U.S.
House to vote on crack-cocaine sentencing laws
July 28, 2010The House of Representatives may take action this week to drastically reduce inequality in sentencing between crack and powder cocaine users.
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Louisiana deals with new oil spill
July 28, 2010A new oil spill endangered the Louisiana marshes, July 27, a day after BP announced that Tony Hayward was leaving the company's CEO post, effective Oct. 1.
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Americans with Disabilities Act hits 20 year mark
July 28, 2010ADA, credited with transforming tens of millions of people's lives, hits 20 year mark this week.
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White Sox fans say “Danks” you for the win
July 28, 2010The Chicago White Sox have had a couple of rough games due to poor pitching performances recently but that all changed Monday night, July 26, when they brought their game against the Seattle Mariners.
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Seattle City Council honors Will Parry
July 28, 2010SEATTLE-The Seattle City Council honored veteran trade union activist, Will Parry, July 19, for his "lifelong commitment, and work, to achieve social and economic justice for all the residents of Seattle."
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