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Bernie Sanders endorses Hillary Clinton – CNNPolitics.com

By Dlaraagu | July 12, 2016

Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders formally declared an end to their political rivalry Tuesday, joining forces to take on a shared enemy: Donald Trump. Source: Bernie Sanders endorses Hillary Clinton – CNNPolitics.com … Continue reading Bernie Sanders endorses Hillary Clinton – CNNPolitics.com

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The surprisingly simple way Utah solved chronic homelessness and saved millions

By Charles | July 12, 2016

Utah’s approach to chronic homelessness has almost eradicated the problem in the state. The solution? Give them a home! And guess what? It saves the city $8,000 a year per (previously homeless) … Continue reading The surprisingly simple way Utah solved chronic homelessness and saved millions

The Power of Alliance: West’s Response to Ukraine vs. West’s Response to Baltics

By Louisa | July 12, 2016

  This past weekend, NATO held its biennial summit in Warsaw, Poland. This year among the topics of great concern being discussed at the summit was reinforcing NATO’s eastern border along Russia. … Continue reading The Power of Alliance: West’s Response to Ukraine vs. West’s Response to Baltics

Will Trump’s Nomination Be the End of the Religious Right? – POLITICO Magazine

By Louisa | July 11, 2016

Conservative Christians have long aligned with the Republican Party. But never before has a GOP nominee so flouted evangelical beliefs. The fact that Trump is angering both sides of this election should … Continue reading Will Trump’s Nomination Be the End of the Religious Right? – POLITICO Magazine

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Sharing Netflix or HBO Go Passwords Is Technically Federal Crime | Variety

By Thatboyer | July 11, 2016

A court ruling last week now means that the act of using someone else’s password to access an online service — including Netflix or HBO Go — is a violation of federal … Continue reading Sharing Netflix or HBO Go Passwords Is Technically Federal Crime | Variety

Land of the Free (Trade)?

By Dlaraagu | July 11, 2016 1

To a lot of people the term “free trade” is a word used by economists and other academics in their abstract theories and arguments that are only loosely related to the issues … Continue reading Land of the Free (Trade)?

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Signing up for Pokémon Go on iOS with Google gives the game full access to your Google account

By Charles | July 11, 2016

To play the game you need an account. Weirdly, Niantic won’t let you just create one – you need to sign in with an existing account from one of two services – … Continue reading Signing up for Pokémon Go on iOS with Google gives the game full access to your Google account

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Universal Education and Healthcare: What is Sweden Doing Differently?

By Kaitlynne Sanfilippo | July 11, 2016

The American Way During President Obama’s 2008 campaign, the President promised the American people a universal healthcare system, one which would provide healthcare benefits for those who previously could not afford them. … Continue reading Universal Education and Healthcare: What is Sweden Doing Differently?

What To Do If Your Rights Are Violated at a Demonstration or Protest

By Charles | July 11, 2016

The right to join with fellow citizens in protest or peaceful assembly is critical to a functioning democracy. But it is also unfortunately true that governments and police can violate this right … Continue reading What To Do If Your Rights Are Violated at a Demonstration or Protest

How to Film Cops

By Charles | July 11, 2016

Your smartphone can be a powerful tool to keep police accountable, but you need to be prepared and know your rights. Great resource on the rules to follow when filming cops. Read … Continue reading How to Film Cops

Intent on a Reckoning With Georgetown’s Slavery-Stained Past

By Louisa | July 10, 2016

In 1838, the university kept itself afloat through the sale of slaves. Now its president is reaching out to descendants and exploring ways to make amends. It is a shame that Georgetown … Continue reading Intent on a Reckoning With Georgetown’s Slavery-Stained Past

Texas Open-Carry Laws Blurred Lines Between Suspects and Marchers

By Charles | July 10, 2016

The mayor of Dallas suggests tightening the state’s gun laws to make it tougher to carry long arms in public. It’s true, the police put out a tweet of a guy legally … Continue reading Texas Open-Carry Laws Blurred Lines Between Suspects and Marchers