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Classroom Voices, May. 26
End bullying Every day kids around the world are teased, beaten up and harassed in school, online and even through text messages for the most ludicrous things. Those kids who cause all that pain to others don't realize that it's bullying. Many...Tags: Culture, Teaching and Learning, Justice and Rights, Arts and Culture, Gays and Lesbians
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Egypt election runoff likely to pit polar opposites
CAIRO — Egypt's two most polarizing presidential candidates appeared headed for a runoff election next month that will decide whether the nation will be ruled by an ascendant political Islam or return to the secularist spirit that defined Hosni...
Tags: Islam, Hosni Mubarak, Voting, Egypt, Justice and Rights
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Letters to the Editor: American Idol, DuRocher and guns
Race and 'Idol' stars Regarding the article "Phillips takes 'Idol' crown" on Thursday: I'm disappointed the Orlando Sentinel decided to print an article by Tribune Newspapers including the comment "the show's fifth white male winner in a row."...Tags: Criminals, Kissimmee, American Idol (tv program), Justice and Rights, Crime, Law and Justice
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Syrian dissidents report at least 50 killed in single town
World NowAt least 50 people were reportedly killed Friday in attacks in the Syrian town of Houla northwest of Homs, according to opposition activist groups. Dissidents said it was one of many attacks by government forces Friday as protests erupted across the... -
Reports Of Bullying Up In State Schools; But Definition Varies Greatly
The Hartford CourantWhenever there's publicity about bullying, Jo Ann Freiberg's phone rings off the hook in Hartford. "Every time there is an article with 'bullying' in the headline, I can predict my phone will ring," said Freiberg, Connecticut's consultant for dealing...Tags: Justice and Rights, Teaching and Learning, Bully (movie), Health, Labor Legislation
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'We still have to fight. So for God's sake, fight.'
The greatest commencement address ever is now more than three decades old. And it's safe to say it will never be surpassed or even equaled. It belongs to the ages. In 1979, its author summed up the condition of modern man by noting that, quote, more than...
Tags: Racism, Culture, Justice and Rights, The New York Times, Unrest, Conflicts and War
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Islamic Convention Set This Weekend In Hartford
The Hartford CourantThousands of Muslims are expected to attend a convention in the city this weekend sponsored by the Islamic Circle of North America with the goal of promoting religious tolerance and fighting "Islamophobia." The group, a New York City-based Muslim...Tags: Islam, New York City, Daniel Hernandez, Justice and Rights, Crime, Law and Justice
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Who speaks for the disabled?
"No one knows better than I do what is best for my son."
So began my conversation with Rita Burke, who along with her husband, Kevin, has raised seven kids. One is an assistant U.S. attorney. Another a nurse. Another a federal agent. Another a teacher....Tags: Illinois Governor, Justice and Rights, Politics, American Civil Liberties Union, Physical Disabilities
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Lawrence Dettelis: Conservatives not the obstructionists Watson describes
How unfortunate that Robert Watson’s academic position affords him wide ranging opportunity to play a role in the education of our youth. While I disagree with Watson on many things, that is not the cause for my concern. The beauty of our nation...Tags: Pembroke Pines, Same-Sex Marriage, Voting, Minority Groups, Justice and Rights
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Shouldn't abortion polls be moving left?
Change of SubjectIn Slate, Will Saletan asks Why are Americans becoming more liberal on homosexuality but not on abortion? Despite the trumpeting of abortion foes in the wake of the release of a recent Gallup poll, "Americans views have moved very little"...... -
U.N. report: Syrian government, rebels continue killings, abuses
World NowThe Syrian regime has continued to slay protesters and ordinary people, committing “gross violations” as the bloodied country grows increasingly militarized, pitting regime forces against armed rebels, according to a new report from a United... -
GPS used to track down suspects in Greene County
lmatter@kspr.com, jcrow@kspr.comSPRINGFIELD, Mo. - Greene County deputies are using just about anything they can to help track suspects, even GPS devices. Sheriff Jim Arnott wouldn't speak on camera specifically about the Departments' investigation techniques, but court documents...Tags: Prosecution, Lawyers, Justice and Rights, Crime, Law and Justice, American Civil Liberties Union
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May 24, 2012
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