President Barack Obama to Review 1033 Program on Military Weapons for Local Police After Ferguson Protests

Following calls by individuals and national organizations after the Ferguson, Missouri, protests, President Barack Obama has ordered a review of a U.S. Department of Defense program that allows local law enforcement to access surplus military-grade weapons.

Nearly 100 Organizations Call for Federal Action to Prevent Discriminatory Profiling After Ferguson Shooting

By Michael Oleaga
A coalition of national organizations focusin on issues ranging from immigration, human rights, law and leadership to race relations, have called for an update of federal guidelines and legislation following the death of 18-year-old African-American Michael Brown.

National Latino Organizations Call for Congressional Review of Military Weapons Program After Michael Brown Shooting, Ferguson Protests

By Michael Oleaga
National Latino organizations are continuing their calls for peace and justice after the death of Michael Brown and the subsequent protests in Ferguson, Missouri. A congressional review of military-grade weaponry used by police in Ferguson has also been requested.
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