The French Parliament voted to repeal the Code Noir, a law that regulated slavery in French colonies, which had never been formally abolished despite the end of slavery in France in 1848. This legislative action is viewed as an important measure in confronting France's colonial history.
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French Parliament Votes to Repeal Slavery-Era Code Noir
The French Parliament has voted to repeal the Code Noir, a slavery-era law that remained in effect after the abolition of slavery in 1848. This decision is considered a significant move towards addressing the country's colonial legacy.
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