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Armed militant groups occupy federal land, attend a local church service

In Burns, Oregon, a self-styled militia has used weapons and threats of violence to occupy federal land which was originally set aside for the Northern Paiute tribe but later turned into the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. At least one member of the group has visited a local Episcopal/Lutheran church, sparking fear and worries.

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Obama’s powerful words on Selma march anniversary

The President marked the 50th anniversary of the civil-rights era March to Selma with inspiring words and a call to action, marking that love requires action on our part and that loving action is directed towards the other that together we might be made whole in community.

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What the FAA fix says about our priorities

Confused as to why the U.S. Senate has snapped into action to prevent sequestration-induced flight delays but has done nothing for low-income families losing their Section 8 vouchers or slots in day care programs? Wondering why FAA flight controllers are more important than teachers on Native American reservations?

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