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Sikhs on TV: 100 Countries, 200 Million Viewers
On October 16, the civil rights concerns of the Sikh American community were featured on RT--an international English-language news channel broadcast to more than 200 million viewers in 100 countries on five continents throughout the world.
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SALDEF Rejects Michigan Ban on Religious Headcoverings
Today, SALDEF urged Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm to condemn a new rule authorizing Michigan judges to force witnesses to remove religious headcoverings in court, specifically noting that observant Sikhs would be forced to remove their religiously-mandated dastaars (turbans) in Michigan courtrooms.
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Four More California Police Chiefs Welcome Sikh Americans
 In June 2009, four California law enforcement agencies reaffirmed their commitment to non-discriminatory hiring practices and allowing observant Sikhs to work in their agencies. They recognized that Sikh Americans make up an important part of the nation and welcomed them to join their agencies and serve their communities and country.
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