Demonstrators protest outside of the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, after the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions, saying race cannot be a factor. Jose Luis Magana AP
Deidre Montague is a Race & Social Justice Reporter for The Hartford Courant and Banner Publications Inc., with a focus on local issues in Hartford, Connecticut. Her articles shed light on the impact of violence, health disparities, and racial inequities on the community, while also celebrating achievements and milestones of marginalized groups. Her work has also been featured on Yahoo News.