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“Forward Through Ferguson”: Report uncovers roots of racial inequality
September 16, 2015The Ferguson Commission released its long-awaited report titled "Forward Through Ferguson: A Path Toward Racial Equality."
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Today in Latin American history: Mexican independence from Spain is declared
September 16, 2015Mexico celebrates its independence on this date in 1810.
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Teacher tenure serves the cause of progress
September 14, 2015Tenure has played an important role in protecting educators when participating in their workplaces and communities.
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Today in history: Critic, playwright, Brecht translator Eric Bentley born
September 14, 2015Readers and theatergoers who appreciate Bertolt Brecht in English have primarily Eric Bentley to thank.
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Today in Latino history: The murder of Myrna Mack
September 11, 2015Mack was murdered by a military death squad due to her criticism of the Guatemalan government's treatment of the indigenous Maya.
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