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Black sailors discharged for ‘bad conduct’ receive official stamp of approval

In today’s Federal Newscast: The Philadelphia 15, Black sailors from the 1940s who received bad-conduct discharges, are now deemed as honorable. The Space…

Federal Newscast

FILE - This March 27, 2008 file photo shows the Pentagon in Washington. The Pentagon has endorsed a new slate of initiatives to expand diversity within the ranks and reduce prejudice, including in recruiting, retention and professional development across the force. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak, File)

Pentagon memo maps out plan to expand diversity in the force

Defense

WashU at Brookings

WashU at Brookings panel explores historical, economic roots of racial crisis

Federal Insights

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., speaks during a memorial service as the flag-draped casket of Rep. John Lewis, D-Ga., lies in state at the Capitol Rotunda, Monday, July 27, 2020, in Washington. (Shawn Thew/Pool via AP)

Lewis and the long journey up the steps

Tom Temin Commentary