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Elections in Virginia, the “Old Dominion”

February 2, 2012 By Emile Schepers

In recent decades, social and demographic changes, as well as the victories of the Civil Rights movement, have been eroding Virginia's reputation as a bulwark of reaction.

Romney’s win spurs Florida organizing to “pink slip Mitt” in November

February 1, 2012 By Ben Markeson

Candidates spent heavily on TV spots in the days leading up to the primary, fueled by lavish corporate contributions to Super PACs.

U.S. information center named for Paul Robeson

February 1, 2012 By Susan Webb

In a ceremony last week, the U.S. Embassy in Jamaica named its Information Resource Center for the African American singer-actor-activist Paul Robeson.

FBI wants to follow people on Facebook and Twitter

February 1, 2012 By Blake Skylar

The FBI is planning on monitoring all 'publicly available data' on social networks like Facebook and Twitter, through a new system it wants to develop.

Tulsa announces more cuts in minority areas

February 1, 2012 By J. Shepherd

Objections were raised to the city's failure to consult with the taxpaying voters in the affected community before making such important decisions.