CALIFORNIA BLACK CAUCUS CONDEMNS SUPREME COURT’S AFFIRMATIVE ACTION DECISION

Sawyer, the Democratic chair of the California Assembly’s Public Safety Committee, introduced the relatively unknown Bill 852 in February. The Assembly subsequently passed the legislation in May, and it is now under consideration in the state Senate.

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By Antonio Ray Harvey C ALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA

The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) held a press conference to condemn the recent Supreme Court of the United States’ (SCOTUS) decision on affirmative action.

“In the wake of today’s Supreme Court decision, the California Legislative Black Caucus is extremely disappointed in the continual unraveling of hard-won fights for civil rights, equity, and the dismantling of systematic racism,” said Assemblymember Lori D. Wilson

(D-Suisun City), Chair of the CLBC.

“However, our unwavering commitment to continue the fight against the legacy of racism and discrimination that still impacts society today has not been shaken,” Wilson continued at the press conference held July 5.

“We understand the work we do as legislators is vital to ensure equitable access and opportunity are available to Black Californians and remain steadfast in our dedication to advancing policies that improve the lives of all our constituents.”

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