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Chicago boy who got letter from Obama invited to State of Union address
By: Lynn Sweet Article Reprint WASHINGTON — First lady Michelle Obama is inviting a Chicago youngster, Malik Bryant, to be one of her guests in the House chamber when President Barack Obama delivers his State
Read more10 killed in Pakistan clashes
webindia123.com Article Reprint At least three Pakistani soldiers and seven militants were killed Monday after they clashed during a security operation in the country’s tribal region of Bajaur, authorities said.
Read moreReligious affiliations of members of Congress mirror regional trends
By Aleksandra Sandstrom Article Reprint People often elect politicians who are like them. Indeed, a regional comparison of members of Congress with the general public shows that, when it comes to religious affiliation, representatives often
Read moreFury as Miami cops caught using photos of black teens for shooting practice – and police chief DEFENDS the officers
Members of the North Miami Beach Police have been caught using photos of actual black teenagers for target practice By Chris Spargo Article Reprint Members of the North Miami Beach Police have been caught using
Read moreHero Of Kosher Grocery Siege Will Become A French Citizen
By: Bill Chappell Article Reprint Less than a week after his actions were credited with saving the lives of customers at the grocery store where he works, Lassana Bathily has learned that France wants to
Read moreAmerican-Israeli Politics: Where Bullying is Called Self-Defense
“And I stand shoulder to shoulder with Israel as it defends itself against this shocking violence.” Senator Cory Booker “Israel is entitled to take the steps necessary to protect itself from destructive rocket attacks
Read moreCalifornia driver’s licenses made available to illegal immigrants
By Nathan Salant Article Reprint Sacramento – Today marks the first day California can issue driver’s licenses to hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants living in the largest U.S. state.
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