Loving v. Virginia: “Banished” for Love
Posted by: Francisco Macías
This is a blog post about Loving v. Virginia by the Law Library of Congress.
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The Laws of Burgos: 500 Years of Human Rights
Posted by: Francisco Macías
As Connie Johnson mentioned in a post earlier this month, the Law Library commemorated Human Rights Day this year by hosting an engaging panel discussion. In keeping with the theme of human rights, I thought it fitting to highlight a historic set of legal instruments that capture a case of well-meaning reaction against a historical …
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Garnets: The Beauty and Utility of a Gem
Posted by: Francisco Macías
Because many of my ancestors were jewelers, I have always had a special interest in gemology and jewelry. This month, since garnet is the official birthstone of January, I felt that it was apropos to dedicate some time to this semiprecious stone and mineral. It seems that the American National Association of Jewelers (Jewelers of …
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