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America at a crossroads: BLM, Dr. King, and the tasks ahead
July 14, 2016Appeals for racial justice now compete against calls for "law and order." The right paints Black Lives Matter as un-American. But if there are any patriots in all this, it is BLM.
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After the recent horror, there are still two Americas
July 14, 2016Non-violent tactics were taught by Jesus, Gandhi, and Dr. King - not because they were scared of violence but because they were wise about change.
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Baton Rouge, Falcon Heights, Dallas: How far have we really come?
July 14, 2016Police can be trained to recognize bias, dial back aggression, and deescalate.
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The legacy of Henry Wallace and the 1948 Progressive Party
July 13, 2016When the Democrats convene in Philadelphia, they will meet in the city where Henry Wallace and the Progressive Party charted a new path for America way back in 1948.
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Museum of Racist Memorabilia prompts reflection on our cultural objects
July 13, 2016A new museum in Michigan holds up a mirror to America's racist cultural past and present.
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