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U.S. Aid to Egypt: Where Does the Money Go?

WORLD Egypt is one of the biggest recipients of U.S. aid in the world. President Obama’s 2014 budget tentatively includes $1.55 billion in funding. In the wake of July’s military coup that ousted democratically elected President Mohamed Morsi, many Americans have called for a halt or reduction to that aid, which the White House is considering. So, where does all that money go? (ProPublica) Use … Continue reading U.S. Aid to Egypt: Where Does the Money Go?

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Pilgrimage: March on Washington

UNITED STATES The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, celebrated 50 years ago today, is the top “Historic Pilgrimage,” according to National Geographic’s Places of a Lifetime book series. (National Geographic Books) Use our resources to better understand the march and its appeal as a pilgrimage for thousands of Americans supporting civil and economic rights for all citizens. Discussion Ideas The National Geographic article identifies … Continue reading Pilgrimage: March on Washington

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Yosemite Fire is ‘Highest Priority’ Blaze in U.S.

UNITED STATES The Rim Fire, raging through Yosemite National Park, is “the highest priority fire in the country right now because of its location, because Yosemite National Park is at risk. It’s not just a national treasure, it’s a world treasure,” says Dick Fleishman of the U.S. Forest Service. In addition to Yosemite itself, the threat the Rim Fire poses to water and electricity resources … Continue reading Yosemite Fire is ‘Highest Priority’ Blaze in U.S.

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March on Washington

UNITED STATES 50 years ago this week, civil rights leaders engaged in what Martin Luther King, Jr., called “the greatest demonstration of freedom in the history of our nation.” (Washington Post) You’ve certainly heard the speech King delivered that day—”I Have a Dream.” But did you know that King was not the march’s organizer? That no one did a lot of marching? That not all … Continue reading March on Washington

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UN Report Spotlights Global Warming

ENVIRONMENT A draft report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) was leaked this week. In it, the UN-affiliated group outlined the “near-certainty” that people are responsible for global warming, the current period of climate change. The report focused on the impacts of sea-level rise. Many governments look to IPCC reports when charting policy relating to climate. This includes local measures, such as promoting … Continue reading UN Report Spotlights Global Warming

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