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White Lives Matter Counter-Protest Disavowed by NAACP
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"Ethnic replacement" and "obedient third world" immigrants were part of the "eerily" similar remarks highlighted by Carlson and white supremacist mass shooters on 'The Daily Show' Friday.
Kyrsten Sinema: DHS 'Accountable' for Safety Amid AZ Migrant Hotel Program
"[Mayorkas and DHS will be held] accountable for protecting Arizona communities and ensuring all migrants are treated fairly and humanely," Sinema's office said.
'White Lives Matter' Protesters Urged to Wear Face Masks
Activists in North Dakota have responded that the call for face coverings harkens back to rallies at the height of the KKK in the early 20th century.
BBC Is Anti-British, Activists Say, as Britons Tune Out of Philip Coverage
An organization called Defund the BBC took issue Friday with the network offering a now-deleted page where viewers could complain about the voluminous coverage of Prince Philip's death.
Maryland Becomes First State to Nix Its Police Bill of Rights
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Texans Writer Fired for Comparing Deshaun Watson Accusers to Terrorists
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Caron Nazario: Black Army Lieutenant Suing Virginia Police
The lawsuit alleges police officers racially profiled Nazario and could have jeopardized his military career.
Dr. Scott Atlas Slams Media's COVID Coverage: 'Really Despicable' People
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Capitol Rioter in 'Shock' Over Detention With 'Inner-City Crimes' Inmates
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GOP Rep. Steve Scalise Shocked by Border Visit: 'An International Disgrace'
Scalise says he has been "alarmed" by what he's seen after leading a delegation of fellow GOP members of Congress to the border.
'Ping Pong Diplomacy' Celebrates 50 Years, Just As U.S.-China Need It Again
As some call for a boycott of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, more sports interaction could be helpful, like "Ping Pong Diplomacy" 50 years ago that helped thaw part of the Cold War.
Biden Is Restoring Aid to the Palestinians. That's a Good Thing
UNRWA isn't perpetuating the conflict; it's a crucial stopgap providing stability in an unstable region, stability that is crucial to getting back to the negotiating table with the hopes for lasting peace.
China Steps Up Efforts to Cool Down Myanmar Tensions Amid Fear of Civil War
China is "promoting peace and discussion, promoting the cooling of the situation and maintaining stability in Myanmar, resolving differences through dialogue and consultation, and continuing to drive the process of democratic transformation," according to an embassy statement.
Alliance Defending Freedom Is 'Hate Group' with Ties to New Mike Pence Org
The former vice president's new organization is widely seen as part of a potential future presidential bid.
California Cities Ask State for $16 Billion to Fund Homeless Housing Units
"Such a bold commitment would have transformative and lasting impact on our state, and make California a national model of compassion," the mayors of California's 13 largest cities wrote to state legislature leaders while asking for $16 billion in funding to house the homeless.
The Second Iran Deal Must be Better Than the First
Many of Iran's rulers are as tired of their outcast status as its people are. Deprived of their buffers in Ankara and Doha, they are ready to cut a deal.
Living U.S. Presidents Pay Tribute to Prince Philip
Gun salutes and sporting events on Saturday marked the passing of the Queen's consort at the age of 99.
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