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Flower workers: giving Valentine’s Day new meaning
February 14, 2012Colombian workers - mostly female - who cut and ship flowers must endure substandard pay and conditions, reports the AFL-CIO. This holiday would provide an excellent opportunity to show support for them.
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Black History Month 2012: Remembering Dalzenia Henry
February 14, 2012When the judging for the African American History Month High School Arts and Writing Competition takes place this Friday, Dalzenia Henry's legacy will be on our minds.
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Prison privatization efforts stall in Florida
February 14, 2012Stiff opposition and a divided Florida chamber have temporarily halted a move to privatize 27 prisons in South Florida.
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Grammys: prayer for Whitney, praise for Adele
February 13, 2012The Grammys' usual glitz and glamour were dimmed a few times during tributes to 48-year-old pop icon Whitney Houston.
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“A Separation”: revelatory film about life in contemporary Iran
February 13, 2012The movie deserves its Oscar buzz as best foreign film. As with any good artistic experience, moviegoers are transformed as they watch.
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