
California's 'Bum Blockade'
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Blockade and Migration Rights
This chapter examines the LAPD's blockade against certain migrants in 1930s California, revealing the emotional struggles between law enforcement and families seeking entry. It also discusses the legal and societal implications of this measure, culminating in the pivotal Supreme Court case Edwards v. California, which reshaped the understanding of migration rights and citizenship in the U.S.
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