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Justice Department’s civil rights complaint against Ferguson could set model for reform
February 19, 2016The Department of Justice filed a robust complaint against Ferguson, Missouri, charging the city with violations of federal civil rights statutes.
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Sanders, Clinton neck and neck in Nevada
February 19, 2016The latest CNN poll indicates that the outcome of the Democratic Party caucuses, taking place across Nevada tomorrow, are still too close to call.
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Obama urges end to “poisonous political climate” in Illinois
February 18, 2016He came home to a place that launched his political career - the Illinois state capitol - and addressed lawmakers on creating a "better kind of politics."
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Minority voters must focus on what, not who
February 18, 2016We've learned that a rising tide doesn't raise all boats. Some boats are buoyant yachts, others small row boats and some are stuck at the bottom.
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Chicago parents in 160 neighborhoods join teachers in demanding school resources
February 17, 2016In Chicago, the issue of getting the resources kids need is particularly urgent.
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