Part a: what does the word “regime” most closely mean as it is used in paragraph 9?
the new york civil liberties union (nyclu), protested that “[n]o research has ever proven the effectiveness of new york city’s stop-and-frisk regime, and the small number of arrests, summonses, and guns recovered demonstrates that the practice is ineffective.”
a-a government that disregards the human rights of people of color
b-a way of doing things that is imposed by those in power
c-a coordinated program for the promotion or restoration of health
d-a period during which a government wields absolute power

The word “regime” most closely means as it is used in paragraph 9 as a way of doing things that is imposed by those in power

Explanation:

The line that includes the word "regime", "The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU), protested that “[n]o research has ever proven the effectiveness of New York City’s stop-and-frisk regime" implies that it is something that affects the way citizens used to do thing, and it also says that it is applied in New York which makes it something totally governmental.

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4.o'er which the gleaming armour pour'd the day,  

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each year on this day, i make it a point to listen to dr. martin luther king jr.’s great “i have a dream” speech. it’s electrifying every single time.

the content of dr. king’s speech, his inspiring presence, and the moment in history all came together to make the iconic “i have a dream” speech the defining moment of the american civil rights movement. but there are several other reasons why this speech, delivered over 50 years ago, remains an example of one of the best speeches in american history.

since part of my job is to people become better presenters, i’ve noticed several techniques that we can all learn from and be inspired by in this magnificent speech.

it’s anchored in a powerful related location

in most cases, you can’t handpick the spot to give a presentation, as mlk did for supreme symbolic effect when he stood on the steps of the lincoln memorial and echoed the opening words of the gettysburg address (“five score years ago . . ). but you absolutely can amplify your message by adapting it to your setting and location.