The Modern American

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American University Washington College of Law

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Nbr. IV-1, April 2008

Dying To Work: Osha's Exclusion Of Health And Safety Standards For Domestic Workers

Hazardous Working.Conditions.Trapped.Occupational Safety And Health Act.The Domestic Worker Under Osha.Case Law.Domestic Workers Lack The Protections Of Both Employees And Independent Contractors.Domestic Worker Cooperatives: An Alternative Source Of Protection.A Call For Change

What's Good For The Goose Should Be Good For The Gander: The Implementation Of Fundamental Rights In The Wake Of Lofton

Background.Analysis.Commentary.Conclusion

The Great Burden On American Disabled Students: The Aftermath Of Schaffer V. Weast

Background.Implications Of Lofton On Lower Income Students.The Way Forward.Conclusion

Legal Protections For An Invisible Population: An Eligibility And Impact Analysis Of U Visa Protections For Immigrant Victims Of Domestic Violence

Background Of The U Visa Legislation.Summary Of The U Visa Interim Rule And The Publics Response.Impact And Analysis.Conclusion

The Access Divide: The Role Of The Fcc And The Courts In Minority Ownership

The Numbers.The Bad History.The Good History.Drastic Changes Of The 1990s.The Prometheus Radio Project.A New Fight.Separate Measures.Finding Solutions.Conclusion

Diversity Initiatives In The Workplace: The Importance Of Furthering The Efforts Of Title VII

History Of Diversity. Guidance On Lawful And Unlawful."Diversity" Practices. Recommendations: Uing Diversity To Combat Discrimination In The Workforce And To Keep Up With The Global Marketplace Of Ideas, Cultures, And People.Conclusion

Multi-Hued America: The Case For The Recognition Of A Multiethnic Identity In Us Data Collection

Background.Say It Loud, Multi-Ethnic And Proud: The Importantce Of Multiracial Self-Worth.Towards. A New Race Paradigm: A Proposal. Conclusion

Movie Review Of Civil Wrongs And Rights: The Fred Korematsu Story

Legislative Updates

H.R. 2129: "Feeding America's Families Act of 2007" H. R. S. 456: "Gang Abatement and Prevention Act of 2007" H.R. 1940: "Birthright Citizenship Act of 2007" H.R. 4088: "Secure America Through Verification and Enforcement (SAVE) Act of 2007"