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Media coverage of campus protests tends to focus on the spectacle, rather than the substance
Analysis shows news stories on pro-Palestinian demonstrations at US universities spiked when they involved clashes.
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A look inside the cyberwar between Israel and Hamas reveals the civilian toll
The consequences of cyber conflict are primarily felt by civilians, who call for retaliation, fueling cycles of violence.
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On its 125th anniversary, W.E.B. Du Bois’ ‘The Philadelphia Negro’ offers lasting lessons on gentrification in Philly’s historically Black neighborhoo...
Du Bois’ study, published in 1899, detailed the social conditions of poor Black residents of the Seventh Ward. The area is now home to some of Philade...
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Supporting ‘democracy’ is hard for many who feel government and the economy are failing them
One-third of Americans think that “rule by a strong leader or the military would be a good way of governing their country.” Are they losing faith in d...
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Many immigrants to the US are fleeing violence and persecution − here’s how the federal government can help cities absorb them
People who enter the US as refugees or with asylum generally adapt quickly and become productive members of society. But cities need help getting them...
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What Shakespeare can teach us about racism
Considered the greatest writer in English literature, William Shakespeare illustrates views on race and whiteness throughout all of his dramatic works...
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Why universities turn to the police to end student protests − and why that can spiral out of control
While most colleges and universities have their own police units, some schools, like Columbia University, have only private security − and then can ca...
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Mexico emerges as a destination for Americans seeking reproductive health services – not for the first time
In Mexico, more states are legalizing abortion at the same time US states like Florida are imposing more restrictions.
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What the Supreme Court is doing right in considering Trump’s immunity case
Pundits decried the Supreme Court justices for not focusing on Donald Trump’s conduct when they heard oral arguments in Trump’s immunity case. But a l...
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To reduce Black-on-Black crime, two criminal justice experts explain why offering monthly stipends to people at risk makes sense
Research has shown that anti-gun violence programs have more success when they address root causes such as generational poverty, easy access to guns a...
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Hate crimes laws passed in Washington have been remarkably ineffective in protecting LGBTQ people for decades
Hate crime legislation is often touted as a progressive tool to end violence and champion inclusion. Its origins tell a more complicated story.
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Third parties will affect the 2024 campaigns, but election laws written by Democrats and Republicans will prevent them from winning
The Democrats and Republicans try to keep them off the ballot. But third-party campaigns can inject new ideas and force major parties to incorporate a...
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How famines are formed: In Gaza and elsewhere, an underlying pattern that can lead to hunger and death
In Gaza, Sudan, Haiti and elsewhere around the globe, famine affects increasing numbers of people.
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International prosecution of Israeli or Hamas leaders wouldn’t bring quick justice − and even bringing them to court will be difficult
Prosecuting leaders indicted for war crimes is difficult. But the trial of Serbian leader Slobodan Milosevic in the early 2000s offers a potential pla...
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Greater Detroit is becoming more diverse and less segregated – but Asians and Hispanics increasingly live in their own neighborhoods
Detroit is one of the country’s most segregated regions, but census data shows how that’s changing in both the city and suburbs.
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Japan’s diplomatic charm offensive in US aims to keep Washington in committed relationship
Meetings with Joe Biden and Donald Trump suggest Japan is hedging over the outcome of the US election.
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Philadelphia has a lot more deadly shootings than expected for a big city − and NYC is much safer, new study says
Philadelphia has a high rate of gun homicides despite having relatively few gun owners and gun stores compared with other US cities.
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Trump trial reveals details about how the former president thinks about, and exploits, the media
Both scholars stressed they are working very hard to be ‘vigorously neutral’ about Trump himself, while noting that the trial is drawing attention to ...
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Trump’s immunity arguments at Supreme Court highlight dangers − while prosecutors stress larger danger of removing legal accountability
The case argued before the Supreme Court has profound implications for Donald Trump − but also for the country.
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Arizona’s 1864 abortion law was made in a women’s rights desert – here’s what life was like then
Abortions happened in Arizona, despite a near-complete abortion ban enacted in 1864. But people also faced penalties for them, including a female doct...
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When the Supreme Court said it’s important to move quickly in key presidential cases like Trump’s immunity claim
In 1974, the Supreme Court accepted, heard and decided a case within two months because the justices understood its importance to the public.
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Senate approves nearly $61B of Ukraine foreign aid − here’s why it helps the US to keep funding Ukraine
President Joe Biden is expected to soon sign the total $95 billion foreign aid package that covers Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan.
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Can states prevent doctors from giving emergency abortions, even if federal law requires them to do so? The Supreme Court will decide
EMTALA requires hospitals to provide stabilizing treatment to all patients – but Idaho is arguing that its abortion ban means it doesn’t have to allow...
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Opening statements are the most important part of a trial – as lawyers in Trump’s hush money case know well
What I teach Harvard Law School students about the importance of opening arguments and how a majority of jurors make up their minds about a case after...
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Expect lawyers to set the tone in Trump’s hush money trial with dramatic, possibly explosive, opening arguments
In criminal trials, a majority of jurors make up their minds about a case after hearing the opening arguments from lawyers.
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What I teach Harvard Law School students about opening arguments
In criminal trials, a majority of jurors make up their minds about a case after hearing the opening arguments from lawyers.
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What cities can learn from Seattle’s racial and social justice law
Ending institutional racism is a long-term goal and requires well-informed and engaged people to remake systems and structures
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EU migration overhaul stresses fast-track deportations and limited appeal rights for asylum seekers
The proposed EU asylum and migration reforms focus on securing borders and making it easier to deport people, with little protection for migrants and ...
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Death of Marine commander scarred by 1983 Beirut bombing serves as reminder of risks US troops stationed in Middle East still face
More than 240 US personnel died in truck bombing – remembered as the worst day in his career by Gen. Alfred M. Gray Jr., who died on March 20, 2024.
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TikTok fears point to larger problem: Poor media literacy in the social media age
If the US wants to protect young people from misinformation and foreign influence, focusing on TikTok is barking up the wrong tree.
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How Trump is using courtroom machinations to his political advantage
The number of prospective jurors saying they can’t be fair to Trump because of who he is does not bode well for the defendant, a legal expert observes...
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South Korean President Yoon faces foreign policy challenges after the National Assembly election
The South Korean leader seeks to strengthen ties with the US and Japan. But he might be hamstrung by domestic concerns.
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AI chatbots refuse to produce ‘controversial’ output − why that’s a free speech problem
AI chatbot makers’ restrictive use policies hinder people’s access to information.
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4 essential reads on Trump’s first “witch hunt”: The Mueller report on Russian meddling in the 2016 US presidential election
What Trump knew about alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election remains an open question despite the nearly two-year investigation by...
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Cities with Black women police chiefs had less street violence during 2020’s Black Lives Matter protests
The type of life and professional experience a police chief has can influence how their departments react to protests, new research finds.
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Oman serves as a crucial back channel between Iran and the US as tensions flare in the Middle East
The small Gulf state has hosted high-level Western and Iranian delegations, passing messages between them.
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Ireland at the crossroads: Can the ancient Brehon laws guide the republic away from anti-immigrant sentiment
New Irish prime minister takes over as the republic faces challenges that include a wave of xenophobia.
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Reagan’s great America shining on a hill twisted into Trump’s dark vision of Christian nationalism
Reagan and Trump − two of the most media-savvy Republican presidents − used religion to advance their political visions, but their messages and missio...
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‘The former guy’ versus ‘Sleepy Joe’ – why Biden and Trump are loathe to utter each other’s name
Both politicians are exploiting some tried and true rhetorical and psychological tactics.
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Other states, like Arizona, could resurrect laws on abortion, LGBTQ+ issues and more that have been lying dormant for more than 100 years
There are many outdated laws that states keep on the books, even if they aren’t used. If the Supreme Court overturns legal precedents on rights like s...
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Supreme Court to consider whether local governments can make it a crime to sleep outside if no inside space is available
Legal precedents hold that criminalizing someone for their status, such as being homeless, is cruel and unusual punishment. But what if that status le...
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The US is losing access to its bases in Niger − here’s why that’s a big deal
The disintegration of the United States’ relationship with Niger following its military coup in 2023 is giving way to stronger ties between the Africa...
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Trump’s New York felony charges are going to trial – what the images might show when the business fraud case kicks off
How will Trump act during his upcoming court appearance in Manhattan? Surprises are unlikely, but his body language and expressions can help tell a fu...
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Germany’s turning point: 2 years into strategic pivot, progress made bodes well for the US, NATO and the world
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz outlined bold, long-term goals: Strengthen the country’s depleted military with extraordinary investments and adopt asse...
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Shadow war no more: Hostilities between Israel and Iran have strayed into direct warfare – is there any going back?
A long-running conflict between adversaries Israel and Iran fell short of open confrontation – until both countries took more direct aim at each other...
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‘I’m not black, I’m O.J.’: What O.J. Simpson’s life showed about transcending race and being trapped by it
The death of O.J. Simpson rekindled memories of the racial divisions of his domestic violence case involving the murder of his former wife and her fri...
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A monumental case, unfolding in a court of law and a court of public opinion – Trump goes on trial
Donald Trump stands trial – the first former president to do so – on April 15, 2024.
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The unfinished business of John F. Kennedy’s vision for world peace
With wealth, charm and tactful leadership, John F. Kennedy set the standard for working toward the common good and decency in public discourse
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How Iran responds to Damascus attack could determine trajectory of conflict in the Middle East
Tehran has warned that no Israeli embassy is safe following deadly bombing of its mission in Damascus.
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Taxes are due even if you object to government policies or doubt the validity of the 16th Amendment’s ratification
Some people refuse to file tax returns or pay all of their income tax due to moral or ethical concerns. The IRS warns that they, like more selfish tax...
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How jurors will be selected in Trump’s legal cases - a criminal law expert explains
Despite several efforts to delay the case involving hush money payments to a porn star, Donald Trump becomes the first former US president to go on tr...
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House of Representatives holds off on Ukraine aid package − here’s why the US has a lot at stake in supporting Ukraine
There are several reasons why supporting Ukraine helps the US too, including creating a deterrent for China, Russia and other potential adversaries.
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