Civil Rights
Governor Jerry Brown Delivers State of the State Address
SACRAMENTO - Warning that California will not create the jobs it needs “unless we get our financial house in order,” Gov. Jerry Brown challenged state legislators today to allow people to vote on his three-part plan to solve the state’s financial crisis. “My intention...
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Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Fred Korematsu Day
PROCLAMATIONBY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIAFred Korematsu belongs among the ranks of America's great civil rights leaders for his actions to defend civil liberties and constitutional rights. Mr. Korematsu was arrested during World War II and convicted for...
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Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Ed Roberts Day
PROCLAMATIONBY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA Ed Roberts was a true pioneer in the disability rights movement. He was a leader and educator who fought throughout his life to enable all persons with disabilities to fully participate in society. Mr. Roberts...
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Governor Brown Issues Statement Concerning Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Today the Governor issued the following statement honoring the memory of Dr. King: “The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. transformed America by challenging us to bridge our differences and strive for equality. Today is a celebration of Dr. King’s life, but it is...
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Proclamation
PROCLAMATIONBY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. transformed America by challenging us to bridge our differences and strive for equality. His ideals remain the benchmark for equality and fairness. Dr. King’s words and...
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Inauguration of Governor Jerry Brown
On Monday January 3, 2011, Jerry Brown was sworn in as the 39th Governor of the State of California. To read the Governor’s inaugural address, as prepared, click...
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