2. Fifty Superseded state statutes — before and after the Civil War — for primary resources of changing state laws regarding election law, voter rights, emancipation and equal rights…
8. Citizenship and voting rights ….. part of the 1960s Civil Rights Movement — and we’ve got Supreme Court analysis and Constitutional law books for you….
For a quick overview — you can’t beat a Nutshell! And for a deep focus, check out this title by Professor Rivers. Both eBooks are available at NYLI….
9. Let’s not overlook Entrepreunership and the economic freedom it brings….
The term polymath is rarely used — as it seldom truly applies to an individual’s breadth of talent & abilities….. But polymath is the exact word for capturing the many talents of Arturo Schomburg…. Writer, Historian, Curator, & Activist….. … And let’s not forget librarian! To learn more about this remarkable individual — and to…
You probably know that Memorial Day Weekend is considered the unofficial kickoff for Summer, and that many Americans celebrate the holiday by enjoying their first BBQ since Labor Day… But did you know that Memorial Day has its origins in the American Civil War? In 1868, John A. Logan issued General Order No. 11 designating…
Veterans Day’s origin began with the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. Briefly known as Armistice Day, November 11th became Veterans Day as “the war to end all wars” became just the first of many wars waged in the 20th Century….
It’s March, which means it is officially Women’s History Month.… so many great women to celebrate, in so many different roles, all who helped shape the world we are living in….
Happy 50th Birthday Hip Hop! The Bronx, home of the Yankees and Fordham University, is credited to giving the world the music of hip hop…. NYLI gives its shout out & birthday greetings to Hip Hop …& hopes you consider these resources when protecting your creative rights…. And in our eBook collection.. .there’s…. The New…
Gaylord Nelson speaks before the first Earth Day (1970)… We hope you learned a little bit more about the origins of Earth Day as well ways to research Environmental Law. This Earth Day, explore what’s available at The New York Law Institute.…. & consider becoming a NYLI member by clicking here….
