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Think Congress is sophomoric? A study says you're right
— If it sounds like the debates in Congress have devolved into those of teenagers, it's because they have. Discourse in the House and Senate has dropped a full grade level — to the equivalent of high school sophomore, according to a new...
Tags: Education, Parties and Movements, Harry Reid, School Examinations, Victor Hugo
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Islam and democracy
Is Islam compatible with democracy? Beginning last year, the democratically inspired “Arab Spring” movements have toppled repressive regimes in Tunisia, Egypt and Libya. As democratic elections begin in these and other countries, however,...Tags: Religion and Belief, Arts and Culture, London School of Economics, Islam, Politics
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California's egg-farm law prompts a push for national standards
ATWATER, Calif. — The gigantic chicken coop at the JS West farm here is big enough to hangar a Boeing 747, and the clucks from 150,000 egg-laying hens make it almost as noisy as one. Jill Benson, whose family owns the place, is proud of the roomy...
Tags: Livestock Farming, Standards, Politics, Judges, Crime, Law and Justice
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Is anti-gay bigotry a civil right?
For a straight man, Del. Bob Marshall sure thinks a lot about gay sex. And the hard-core conservative from Manassas goes after gays with a pants-afire fervor. His latest crusade? Derailing the bipartisan nomination of a respected and qualified Richmond...Tags: Gays and Lesbians, Planned Parenthood, Politics, Feminism, Blood Transfusion
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Shelling of Houla area in Syria reportedly kills at least 90
World NowBEIRUT and AMMAN, Jordan -- At least 90 people were killed Friday during shelling of the Houla area in Syria's Homs province, a human rights group reported. But an activist on the ground in Houla put the death toll in the alleged massacre at 106, of which... -
In Theory: Will religions adapt with times?
With President Obama expressing support for gay marriage, and with public opinion also evolving, do you believe that some religions will become more accepting of homosexuality to adapt with the times? Do you know of any other topic that religious...Tags: Religion and Belief, Gays and Lesbians, Marriage, Arts and Culture, Feminism
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Editorial: Honor the fallen in the civil rights war too
On Memorial Day, we will again honor Americans who died in service to their country. Many of these men and women were, of course, gay, serving under that shameful compromise known as "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," and in deeper secrecy before that. With...Tags: Los Angeles Times, Gays and Lesbians, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Marriage, Harvey Milk
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Office for Civil Rights investigates Seminole charter school
SANFORD — A charter school in Seminole County is being investigated by the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights after a complaint alleging the school refused to admit a handicapped student. The discrimination complaint filed by...Tags: Students, Teaching and Learning, Civil Rights, Johns Hopkins University, U.S. Department of Education
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Tattooed job-seekers may have tough time getting hired
Ariel Rivera, back home from college, thought she'd landed the perfect summer job — until the topic of conversation turned to tattoos. The 20-year-old Bethlehem resident with a big smile and a wholesome demeanor had made it to her second...
Tags: Amusement and Theme Parks, Tattoo Removal, Employment, Minority Groups, Employment Opportunities
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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... -
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: Religion and Belief, Los Angeles Times, Islam, Politics, Elections
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The Morning Call Sports Calendar
Items for the calendar must be typed and received at least 10 days in advance of your proposed publishing date at: Sports Calendar, The Morning Call, P.O. Box 1260, Allentown, PA 18105. They may be faxed to the sports department at 610-820-8654 or sent...Tags: Mountain West Conference, Lafayette College, William Penn, Tourism and Leisure Industry, MEN (music group)
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