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NYS slavery reparations report delayed, but Brooklyn activists press on with post-Juneteenth discussion
New York State's reparations report has been delayed until 2029, but Brooklyn activists are continuing discussions on reparations through a community event. The Brooklyn Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority will host a gathering on June 20, featuring a documentary about a tax-funded reparations program in Evanston, Illinois, and discussions with local and federal officials.
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NYS Reparations CommissionorganizationDelta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.organizationBrooklyn CollegeplaceErika AlexanderpersonRobin SimmonspersonKenya JohnsonpersonMichaelle SolagespersonJames Sanders, Jr.personYvette ClarkepersonEvanston City CouncilorganizationJuneteenthtopicreparationstopicThe Big PaybacktopicHempstead High Schoolplace
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