Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 28, 2022 at 2:03 PM

Next Week: Presumed Guilty with Erwin Chemerinsky

Join us for a timely conversation in our Holding Court seriesHolding Court: Presumed Guilty with Erwin Chemerinsky Thursday, July 7, 2022 @6PM ETOnline Join us for the next online edition of our Holding Court series.  This event will feature Berkeley Law Dean Erwin Chemerinsky discussing his new bo…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

June 24, 2022 at 6:41 PM

Beware, this is just the beginning...

Today the Supreme Court issued its expected decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, overturning the constitutional right to an abortion. Dear John,  Earlier today, the Trump Court overruled Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania v. Casey –– decisions that…

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  Alliance for Justice | Alliance for Justice Action Campaign · [email protected]

June 23, 2022 at 8:31 PM

The Supreme Court is weakening gun restrictions.

Now is not the time to weaken gun restrictions. This Supreme Court has ultimately decided to put more innocent lives in danger. Today the Supreme Court issued its 6-3 ruling in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen. The court decided to overturn a century-old New York state l…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 23, 2022 at 6:23 PM

July 7: Presumed Guilty with Erwin Chemerinsky

Join us for a timely conversation in our Holding Court seriesHolding Court: Presumed Guilty with Erwin Chemerinsky Thursday, July 7, 2022 @6PM ETOnline Join us for the next online edition of our Holding Court series.  This event will feature Berkeley Law Dean Erwin Chemerinsky discussing his new bo…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 16, 2022 at 9:41 PM

The Rush: A Judiciary that Reflects All Of Us

Also, join us to discuss police violence and the Supreme Court There have now been 68 lifetime judges confirmed by the Biden administration, the highest number at this point in a presidency since the Kennedy Administration. And, this week, the White House introduced a diverse slate of seven more no…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 7, 2022 at 6:02 PM

TOMORROW: Supreme Court Ethics With Sen. Whitehouse and Rep. Johnson

Be part of an urgent conversation in our Holding Court seriesTOMORROWHolding Court: The Supreme Court's Ethical Dilemma A conversation with Alliance for Justice, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Hank Johnson, Norm Eisen, and Meagan Hatcher-MaysWednesday, June 8, 2022 @ 6PM ET2001 K St NW, Washington, …

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 3, 2022 at 6:00 PM

The Rush: Supreme Implications

Up to 98 announced nominations. In the devastating wake of multiple mass shootings recently, all eyes are on whether our elected leaders will come together to act on gun violence prevention. As we also wait for additional big decisions to come down from the Supreme Court this month, including the …

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM

THIS WEDNESDAY: Supreme Court Ethics With Sen. Whitehouse and Rep. Johnson

Be part of an urgent conversation in our Holding Court seriesNEXT WEEKHolding Court: The Supreme Court's Ethical Dilemma A conversation with Alliance for Justice, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Hank Johnson, Norm Eisen, and Meagan Hatcher-MaysWednesday, June 8, 2022 @ 6PM ET2001 K St NW, Washington,…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

May 31, 2022 at 11:48 PM

A Look At Our June Public Webinars

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country in trainings designed to make you and your organization bold advocates.   Upcoming Public WebinarsJUNE 2022 | ONLINE | $45 for Non-Members Public Webinar: Understanding California's Lobbying Disclosure Laws June 1 | 5 PM ET / 2 PM PT | $4…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 26, 2022 at 8:40 PM

Holding Court: Join Sen. Whitehouse and Rep. Johnson on June 8

Lawmakers and leading advocates discuss a Supreme Court code of ethics. Holding Court: The Supreme Court's Ethical DilemmaA conversation with Alliance for Justice, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Hank Johnson, Norm Eisen, and Meagan Hatcher-Mays Wednesday, June 8, 2022 @ 6PM ETGupta Wessler, 2001 K S…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 20, 2022 at 12:00 AM

The Rush: Pre-Midterms Madness

Laying the groundwork for a better future. This past weekend was full of violence, and a reminder that for many of us, the political stage is not all theatrics, and that our words matter. As America’s leaders struggle to combat a dangerous political culture, the sad reality is that more draconian …

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 17, 2022 at 6:00 PM

What's Your Question About the Supreme Court's Ethical Dilemma?

Join Alliance for Justice, Norm Eisen, and leading advocates on June 8. Holding Court: The Supreme Court's Ethical DilemmaA conversation with Alliance for Justice, Norm Eisen, and Leading Advocates Wednesday, June 8, 2022 @ 6PM ETGupta Wessler, 2001 K St NW, Washington, DC News reports about Ginni…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 12, 2022 at 3:21 PM

Mobilize to Preserve Abortion Access This Saturday, May 14th

Find somewhere to take action near you Friends,Today, abortion remains legal. Today, abortion remains our fundamental constitutional right.    But we know from the draft opinion by Justice Alito leaked last week that our worst fears are coming true: the Supreme Court’s far-right supermajority is p…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 5, 2022 at 8:50 PM

The Rush: Fill Every Vacancy to Protect Abortion Rights and More

We cannot give up hope. This week’s news was devastating. A leaked draft opinion showing that five conservatives on the Supreme Court plan to overturn the constitutional right to an abortion confirmed what we long feared: the conservative majority on the Court is a direct threat to our hard-fought…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

May 5, 2022 at 3:01 PM

A Look At Our May Public Webinars

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country in trainings designed to make you and your organization bold advocates.  Upcoming Public Webinars MAY 2022 | ONLINE | $45 for Non-Members Public Webinar: Shaping Public Policy in KentuckyMay 17 | 10 AM ET / 7 AM PT | $45 From implementing…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 4, 2022 at 3:19 PM

You're Invited: Celebrate Justice KBJ in Washington, DC on Monday, May 9

Join AFJ at Present Company Public House Friends, Thank you so much for your partnership advocating for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation to the Supreme Court and for courts that protect the rights of all of us. Together, we made history! Especially in light of the horrific abortion opin…

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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]

May 3, 2022 at 7:29 PM

The Supreme Court is planning to overturn Roe. Act now!

The Supreme Court’s conservative majority is planning to overturn people’s constitutional right to an abortion. It's time to take action. Dear John,    Last night, a draft opinion from Justice Samuel Alito leaked, showing that the Supreme Court’s conservative majority is planning to overturn peopl…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 2, 2022 at 2:15 PM

Save the Date for Holding Court: The Supreme Court's Ethical Dilemma

A conversation with Alliance for Justice, Norm Eisen, and leading advocates. Holding Court: The Supreme Court's Ethical DilemmaA conversation with Alliance for Justice, Norm Eisen, and Leading Advocates Wednesday, June 8, 2022 @ 6PM ETGupta Wessler, 2001 K St NW, Washington, DC News reports about …

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  Keith Thirion, AFJ Action · [email protected]

April 28, 2022 at 2:11 PM

Take Action! Sign Our Petition to Hold Justice Thomas Accountable!

Sign our petition demanding that Justice Thomas recuse himself from all cases surrounding the January 6th insurrection. Dear John,    Recently, disturbing revelations have come to light regarding the political activity of Ginni Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Evidence shows…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

April 21, 2022 at 9:38 PM

The Rush: Pressing Forward

117 vacancies left to fill... The sprint is on. Fresh off the triumph of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation, the Senate has an opportunity in the coming months to move our federal courts closer to the promise of respecting and champion…

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  Abby Levine, Alliance For Justice · [email protected]

April 19, 2022 at 1:30 PM

A Leadership Transition for Bolder Advocacy

“There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart.” - Mahatma Gandhi Dear John,    After 18 wonderful years, my time at Alliance for Justice (AFJ) as the Director of our Bolder Advocacy program is winding down. In this important moment for both me and the organizatio…

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  Keith Thirion, AFJ Action · [email protected]

April 18, 2022 at 3:29 PM

Take Action! Sign Our Petition to Hold Justice Thomas Accountable!

Sign our petition demanding that Justice Thomas recuse himself from all cases surrounding the January 6th insurrection. Dear John,    Recently, disturbing revelations have come to light regarding the political activity of Ginni Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Evidence shows …

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

April 15, 2022 at 4:04 PM

Did Your Senators Support KBJ? Judges Like Her?

Senators representing just 42.3% of the U.S. tried to block her confirmation Friends, Last week’s elevation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to become the first Black woman, and the first public defender, on the U.S. Supreme Court really matters. It matters that abortion rights opponents weren’t ab…

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  Rakim Brooks, AFJ Action · [email protected]

April 8, 2022 at 5:01 PM

Join Us in Celebrating Ketanji Brown Jackson's Confirmation

VICTORY! Ketanji Brown Jackson has been confirmed to the U.S. Supreme Court.Dear John,    Yesterday, we made history when Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson was confirmed to a lifetime appointment on the U.S. Supreme Court. She is the first Black woman and the first public defender to be confirmed to the S…

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  Rakim H.D. Brooks · [email protected]

April 7, 2022 at 6:13 PM

JUSTICE Ketanji Brown Jackson

The votes are in - we did it! Friends, Today, the Senate finally confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to a lifetime appointment on the U.S. Supreme Court! I want to personally thank you for leading us to this historic moment. We have achieved this victory because you cared enough to give your t…

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  AFJ Action · [email protected]

April 5, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Last Chance to Show Your Support for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

Join us to make her Justice Jackson  Dear John,    We're ready to put the first Black woman and first public defender on the U.S. Supreme Court. This week we must show up for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to assure that we will have a remarkable jurist who respects all of our rights on the highest cou…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

April 4, 2022 at 8:50 PM

Judge Jackson Is One Step Closer

Here's what comes next  Friends, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is one step closer to becoming Justice Jackson. The Senate Judiciary Committee just advanced her nomination, and the nation is that much closer to a more just and representative justice system. As Alliance for Justice President Rakim Bro…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

April 1, 2022 at 2:30 PM

A Look At Our April Public Webinars

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country in trainings designed to make you and your organization bold advocates.  Upcoming Public Webinars APRIL 2022 | ONLINE | $45 for Non-Members Public Webinar: What Texas Nonprofits Need to Know About Ballot Measures April 5 | 2 PM ET / 11 AM …

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

March 25, 2022 at 7:51 PM

Take Action! Sign Our Petition to Confirm Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson!

Sign our petition to tell the Senate you support the swift and unobstructed confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court. Dear John,    Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme Court confirmation hearing began this week and we witnessed firsthand the brilliance, temperament, and pois…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

March 24, 2022 at 9:00 PM

The Rush: Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Persevered!

It was a big week for lower court nominees, too This week, we witnessed firsthand the brilliance, temperament, and poise of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.  Throughout the Senate Judiciary Committee (SJC) proceedings this week, each exchange revealed her exemplary skill and character. We can all share…

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  Alliance For Justice · [email protected]

March 24, 2022 at 1:55 AM

Supreme Court Hearings Wrap-Up – Day Three

Four key takeaways from today's hearing Dear John,     Just as yesterday’s questioning concluded, AFJ President Rakim Brooks reflected on the day’s hearings on MSNBC’s The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell. He highlighted how wonderful it was to see Judge Jackson’s sheer brilliance on display. H…

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March 22, 2022 at 11:40 PM

Supreme Court Mid-Hearings Wrapup – Day Two (So Far)

Five key takeaways from today’s hearing Dear John,    “Grace under pressure” is how Sen. Amy Klobuchar described Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s performance today, and we could not agree more. Following a dinner recess, senators will be continuing with their first round of questions within the hour. …

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March 21, 2022 at 10:53 PM

Supreme Court Hearings Wrapup – Day One

Five key takeaways from today’s hearing Dear John,    “Today is a day of joy. Today we should rejoice. President Biden nominated someone we have heard who is extraordinarily talented, who also happens to be a Black woman.” – Senator Cory Booker   As Chairman Richard Durbin said at the outset of the…

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  AFJ Action · [email protected]

March 19, 2022 at 2:01 PM

It’s Judge Jackson’s Week to Shine

Here’s what we’re watching for at the confirmation hearings Dear John,    Monday is the first day of hearings for Supreme Court Nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.    Judge Jackson will leave the hearing room on Wednesday having shown committee members and the nation her deep commitment to equal j…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

March 18, 2022 at 3:10 PM

Sign Our Petition to Confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson

Sign our petition to tell the Senate you support the swift and unobstructed confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court. Dear John,   President Biden has fulfilled his commitment to nominate the first Black woman Supreme Court justice, and now is the time to show up for her.  Ju…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

March 18, 2022 at 2:27 PM

The Rush: Let's Do This!

12 more judges are on the Senate floor We have just days to go before the country hears directly from Judge Jackson, and witnesses for themselves why she will be a remarkable justice. The country is ready for this historic process to begin! This week, AFJ submitted a letter in support of Judge Jac…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

March 17, 2022 at 5:00 PM

Encuentro de Activistas Audaces

We’re inviting Spanish-speaking advocates to join our community of bold activists! (For information in English, please scroll down). Abogacía Más Audaz les invita a un Encuentro de activistas audaces14 de abril de 2021 a las 3:00 PM hora del Este / 12:00 PM hora del Pacífico. ¡Únanse a nuestra comun…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

March 11, 2022 at 12:06 AM

The Rush: Onward to Confirmation

KBJ's moment to shine. image via the Senate Judiciary Committee  It is Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s moment to shine. We are trumpeting her credentials, her record, and the historic contribution she will make as a former public defender and one who brings unique perspective as the first Black wom…

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  Alliance For Justice · [email protected]

March 8, 2022 at 11:15 PM

Reflections on Selma and International Women’s Day

Why This Week Makes Us Thankful For KBJ Dear John,     This week at Alliance for Justice, democracy and the future of women’s rights in our country are both very much on our minds. Both are in danger. Who sits on our courts today is a big reason…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

March 4, 2022 at 4:30 PM

A Look At Our March Public Webinars

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country in trainings designed to make you and your organization bold advocates.Upcoming Public Webinars MARCH 2022 | ONLINE | $45 Public Webinar: Influencing Public Policy Through Social Media and Other Online ActivitiesMarch 14 | 2 PM ET / 11 AM…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 8:18 PM

It’s Time to Show Up and Support Ketanji Brown Jackson

President Biden just nominated Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court. Now, it's time to take action. Dear John,   Today, President Biden nominated Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court. This nomination is a long-overdue step towards a Court that better represents all of us. And it is a gi…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 3:56 PM

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Will Be A Supreme Court Justice For All!

Here's what we know about this nominee Dear John,     Moments ago, President Biden made history by announcing Ketanji Brown Jackson as his nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court. Judge Jackson of the important D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals is the fir…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 12:30 AM

The Rush: Still Waiting...But There’s News!

President Biden will announce his first nominee to the Supreme Court as soon as tomorrow. President Biden will announce his first nominee to the Supreme Court as soon as tomorrow. The White House has completed interviews of the short-listers, backgrounds have been mulled over, and judicial record…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

February 22, 2022 at 7:47 PM

Bolder Advocacy's Newly Updated Social Media Guide Helps Nonprofits Navigate Digital Advocacy

This guide addresses the many complex legal and advocacy challenges nonprofits face while conducting digital advocacy. Dear John, Alliance for Justice’s Bolder Advocacy program is thrilled to launch a major update to our guide entitled Influencing Public Policy in the Digital Age.  With election s…

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  Alliance for Justice | Alliance for Justice Action Campaign · [email protected]

February 18, 2022 at 10:12 PM

Preparing for a Historic Supreme Court Nominee

Alliance for Justice and Alliance for Justice Action Campaign have been busy building support for the historic opportunity to put the first Black woman on the Supreme Court. While the country waits for President Biden to name the Supreme Court nominee, AFJ and AFJ Action have been busy building sup…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

February 10, 2022 at 7:05 PM

The Rush: Preparing for the Fight Ahead

After the big announcement of Justice Breyer’s retirement, we are all eager to see history made when President Biden names, and the Senate confirms, the first Black woman to the highest court.     After the big announcement of Justice Breyer’s retirement, we ar…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

February 3, 2022 at 4:00 PM

A Look At Our February Public Webinars

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country in trainings designed to make you and your organization bold advocates.     Upcoming Public WebinarsFEBRUARY 2022 | ONLINE | $45   How to Manage 501(c)(3) and 5…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

February 1, 2022 at 10:59 PM

The First Black Woman Justice Will Determine Her-story

It is time for us to show up for Black women. This is our shot.   Dear John,     Last week, we reached out following the news that Justice Stephen Breyer will retire at the end of this term, and to preview the phenomenal women who could ascend to the Supreme Court, …

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

January 27, 2022 at 4:48 PM

The Rush: The Time is Now!

Following the news of Justice Stephen Breyer’s impending retirement, AFJ is ready to fight for the historic confirmation of our nation’s first Black woman Supreme Court justice.     Following the news of Justice Stephen Breyer’s impending retirement, AFJ is re…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

January 26, 2022 at 10:58 PM

Breyer’s Retirement Makes a Black Woman Supreme Court Justice Possible

AFJ is preparing for the fight ahead as President Biden prepares to nominate the first Black woman to a seat on the Supreme Court.     Dear John,     What an exciting day! ICYMI, leading news outlets are reporting that Justice Stephen Breyer…

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