Arizona and Kansas are suing the U.S. federal government for approval of election laws which would require individuals to prove their citizenship when registering to vote, officials said. In the lawsuit, filed Aug. 21, Arizona’s Attorney General Tom Horne and Secretary of State Ken Bennett joined the state of Kansas in suing the Elections Assistance […]
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Maine Gov.: Obama “Hates White People”
It seems at least some Republicans believe there are some lines that should not be crossed when criticizing the president. Maine Gov. Paul LePage raised eyebrows among fellow Republicans recently when he said President Barack Obama “hates White people.” The governor was speaking at a fundraiser and meet-and-greet with Maine’s new GOP chairman. Two other […]
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“Law and Order: SVU” to Air Episode Based on Trayvon Martin Case
“Law and Order: Special Victims Unit,” part of a franchise long famous for its stories “ripped straight from the headlines” will air an episode in its upcoming season based on the Trayvon Martin case. According to The New York Daily News”, actress Cybill Shepherd, of “Moonlighting” and “Taxi Driver” fame was recently in front a […]
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La. GOP Lawmakers Blame Obama for Post-Katrina Response
President Obama has long been a boogeyman for Republicans, but the commander-in-chief is now being blamed for the bungled response to Hurricane Katrina—although it took place three years before he even took office. A significant portion of Louisiana’s GOP said they believe the Obama administration is responsible for the government’s poor handling of the hurricane […]
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Washington D.C. Introduces Mobile Phone App Tool for Sexual Assault Victims
Washington D.C.— The Mayor’s Office of Victim Services recently joined with community service providers, leading sexual assault prevention experts and law enforcement officials throughout the Washington, D.C. area to launch a pioneering resource for targets and victims of assault. The District-wide initiative addresses sexual assault and dating violence through the use of technology, and is […]
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AARP Creates Web Site to Help Sort Out Health Care Options
It has been more than three years since the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was enacted into law, yet health care experts say many Americans remain unsure about how the law impacts their lives. As part of its ongoing effort to clear up that confusion, the AARP this month launched a suite of new […]
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Howard University to Expand Online Course Offerings for 2014-15
Howard University this month announced a new comprehensive initiative to expand the institution’s array of online/blended courses and programs. “Howard University Online” (HU-Online) is being created in partnership with Pearson, one of the world’s leading providers of online services to higher education. Beginning in the fall 2014-2015 academic year, Howard will offer select online degree […]
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CNN to Air Hour-Long Documentary on March on Washington
CNN adds to the growing list of tributes honoring the 50th anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom with a new documentary that captures the first-hand accounts of people who witnessed the momentous event. “We Were There: The March on Washington – An Oral History” will debut Aug. 23 and will […]
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Holder Rejects Mandatory Minimum Sentences
Attorney General Eric Holder’s announcement on Aug. 12 of a set of prosecutorial reforms, including ways of avoiding mandatory sentences for low-level drug offenses, is being praised by people on both sides of the ideological aisle. “I think this will be pretty well received whether you look at it from a social justice perspective or […]
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Water Pollution From Coal Plants Threatens U.S.
A coalition of environmental organizations recently released a report claiming that coal-fired power plants have become the premier source of toxic water pollution in the United States, annually dumping billions of pounds of noxious discharge into the nation’s waterways with impunity. And, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, water pollution from power plants is expected […]
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Ebony Causes Stir with “We Are Trayvon” Covers
Ebony magazine has created controversy with the preview of its special September issue, which features bold cover photos related to the Trayvon Martin murder case. As part of its attempt to keep alive the conversation of race and Stand Your Ground laws, which became national issues following the slaying of African-American teen Travyon Martin last […]
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Michele Obama to Release Hip-Hop Album to Support Anti-Obesity Campaign
First lady Michelle Obama is releasing a hip-hop album late this year to promote her “Let’s Move!” anti-child obesity initiative. The first lady does not lay down any rhymes herself, however. Instead, “Songs for a Healthier America,” set for release on Sept. 30, features artists such as Doug E. Fresh, Jordin Sparks, DMC and Ashanti, […]
