Justice

NPR - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a bill into law prohibiting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public schools, universities and state agencies. Republicans say the law aims to protect students from indoctrination in the classroom. Democrats have criticized the law for its unclear language, including its ban on programs that teach "divisive concepts" surrounding race, gender and identity....On Up First, NPR network reporter Kelsey Shelton of WBHM speaks with students about how the law would affect them. University of Alabama at Birmingham sophomore Miguel Luna says he's concerned about losing access to things that make school enjoyable. He participates in a Latino networking organization and worries his adviser will lose her job. Still, he says the law has only made student-led diversity efforts stronger and urged people to "start voting and paying attention to state politics."