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Ellis Cose Restores Balance to Tea Party Debate
Finally, someone makes an interesting argument about the existence of the Tea Party and the complexity of dealing with white supremacists who wish to use the group as a platform for extreme racism. Some argue that the Tea Party is a white supremacist group, while others argue that it is not but attracts people with…
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Despite Protests, Bud Selig Shows Little Signs of Moving 2011 All-Star Game From Arizona
Despite the growing list of Latino players refusing to play in the 2011 All-Star game in Arizona if SB 1070 becomes a law and protests by fans, MLB commissioner Bud Selig is keeping mum. Selig is showing no signs that he will move the game from Arizona, stating, “We’ll do things when baseball can influence…
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Players Association Doesn't Buy NBA's Reported Financial Woes
National Basketball Players Association executive director Billy Hunter disputes commissioner David Stern’s forecast of nearly $400 million in losses this season. He believes that the league’s basketball-related revenues increased to their highest point ever in 2009-2010. The league’s collective-bargaining agreement expires next summer. The sides have started negotiations toward a new one but remain far…
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One Million People Will Lose Their Homes This Year
More than 1 million people are expected to lose their homes to foreclosure this year. This number is up from 900,000 who lost their homes last year. Nearly 528,000 homes were taken over by lenders in the first six months of the year, a rate that is on track to eclipse the more than 900,000…
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Health Alert: FDA Panel Votes to Restrict Avandia
The prescription drug Avandia, which is used to treat diabetes, is under fire because of its potential risk for causing heart attacks. An FDA panel voted today to strictly control the distribution of the drug. The 33-member advisory board was sharply divided. Twelve voted to remove the drug from shelves completely, 10 for continued sale…
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Terri Sewell Wins Democratic Nomination in Alabama's 7th District
Terri Sewell earned the Democratic nomination last night in Alabama’s 7th District, securing 55 percent of the vote. If she wins the general election in November, she will become the first woman elected to Congress from Alabama. Sewell’s campaign fought for her victory, raising over $1 million through fundraising, as compared with her competitor’s $136,000.…
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Anonymous Group Engages in Illegal Act to Expose Pregnant 'Illegal' Immigrants
Some people obviously have too much time on their hands. An anonymous group is circulating detailed information about pregnant, allegedly “illegal” immigrants, including due dates, workplaces, Social Security numbers and addresses. The information has been sent to government agencies, law-enforcement offices and news outlets in Utah. The list was accompanied by a demand letter requesting…
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Latino Major League Baseball All-Stars Won't Play in Arizona
The list of Latino Major League Baseball players who say they will refuse to play in the 2011 All-Star game if it is held in Arizona is getting longer. The Milwaukee Brewers’ All-Star pitcher Yavoni Gallardo says, “If the game is in Arizona, I will totally boycott.” Gallardo joins Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Jose Valverde,…
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Fashion Forward: France's First Lady Carla Bruni Welcomes African First Ladies
We know we should be discussing policy, community projects and other important information about the meeting between France’s first lady Carla Bruni and the first ladies representing a dozen African countries, including Cameroon, Senegal and Congo. The ladies were dressed to impress, and that is the talk of the town. Check out the photo gallery…
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