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Territorial law on public works deemed race biased
Hawaii Shinpo prints an opinion by Breckons arguing a Territory of Hawaii law excluding Japanese and Chinese workers from public works violates the Fourteenth Amendment and treaty provisions with Japan. The analysis notes equal protection, citizenship limits, and potential discriminatory impact on laborers and residents.
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Hawaii
United States
Territory of
Supreme Court of the
Japan
China
R. W. Breckons
Shinpo