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How extremists weaponize irony to spread hate

How extremists weaponize irony to spread hate

Some extremists weaponize irony and absurdity as a method for recruiting new members and avoiding criticism. Such tactics can mask the danger that extremists pose, experts say.
by Tom Dreisbach

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Supreme Court to take up 1st major gun rights case in more than a decade

Supreme Court to take up 1st major gun rights case in more than a decade

At issue is how much the Second Amendment protects the right of individuals to carry concealed weapons outside their home for self-defense. The case will likely be argued in the fall.
by Scott Neuman

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Humankind documentary: The Power of Nonviolence

Humankind documentary: The Power of Nonviolence

A documentary from the Humankind series, "The Power of Nonviolence."

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How the Democrats propose to expand voting and change election law

How the Democrats propose to expand voting and change election law

The proposed For the People Act would set nationwide rules on ballot access, do away with many voting restrictions, modify redistricting and rein in campaign donations. But Republicans are determined to stop it.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Here's how the first 2020 Census results changed Electoral College, House seats

Here's how the first 2020 Census results changed Electoral College, House seats

The Census Bureau is set to announce state population counts from its 2020 tally at a 2 p.m. CT press conference. The counts are used to determine representation in Congress and the Electoral College.
by Hansi Lo Wang

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100 days: How Biden has fared so far on his promises

100 days: How Biden has fared so far on his promises

President Joe Biden promised a lot as a candidate and acted swiftly once in office, particularly in regards to the coronavirus. But there are still areas in progress and goals that haven't been achieved.
by Domenico Montanaro

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4 weeks left and $1 billion to bridge for Minn. lawmakers

4 weeks left and $1 billion to bridge for Minn. lawmakers

A new phase has arrived in the Minnesota budget debate as the final budget bills should pass off the Senate and House floors this week. That touches off negotiations between chamber leaders on how to bridge their big divide.
by Brian Bakst

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