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Brandon Johnson once said it was a ‘political goal’ to defund police. He’s been less precise running for mayor.

As thousands of Chicagoans took to the streets during 2020′s nationwide racial reckoning on policing, one word captured the fury of that summer: “Defund.”

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Bipartisanship isn’t dead. Here’s what Congress might actually agree on

A banking bill for cannabis businesses. “Junk fee” curbs. Insulin price cuts. The U.S. Congress is bitterly divided, but in these niche areas, there’s hope for compromise.

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Trump news – live: Trump suspected of classified documents ‘shell game’ with Mar-a-Lago probe

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Editorial: Progressives have a First Amendment problem

To hear progressives tell it, attacks on free speech come almost exclusively from right-wing book burners eager to control the contents of public school libraries. In particular, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his assaults on woke pedagogy tickle their neck hairs.

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Robert A. George: Nikki Haley and Tim Scott may be too nice to win

Fittingly, the first shots in this year’s Republican Party civil war are coming from South Carolina. Former Governor and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley officially declared her campaign for the Republican presidential nomination last week, the first person not named Donald Trump to announce. And the state’s junior senator, Tim Scott,…

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Editorial: Governor, Ron DeSantis had the right to speak in Elmhurst

Gov. J.B. Pritzker, who could become a presidential candidate in 2028, if not 2024, went on the offensive against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a possible rival for the highest office in the land.

Chicago Tribune

Commentary: Reviving the Southern Black labor movement

In commemorating our forebears during Black History Month, we recognize those who fought for workers’ rights and understood that economic justice does not exist without racial justice. Black workers have always been more than “allies” in labor movements — they were, and are, on the front lines.

Tribune News Service

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Editorial: The real-world consequences of online hate

Antisemitism, the world’s oldest bigotry, festers around the globe and at home, where it’s at its worst since incident records have been kept.

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Classified Trump schedules were moved to Mar-a-Lago after FBI search – sources

Exclusive: Junior aide took the box, including some classified documents, from a government-leased office in Palm Beach to Mar-a-Lago

The Guardian - US

Texans who have run for president over the last 7 decades

No current or former Texas politician has announced a campaign for the 2024 presidential race

The Independent UK

Tired of Texans running for president? 2024 may be reprieve

It’s early yet, but next year’s presidential race may feature something the political world hasn't seen in the last 50 years: no elected officials from Texas

The Independent UK

Estimates vary widely on cost to expand school vouchers in Florida

Florida lawmakers have been given two wildly different cost estimates as they consider a bill that would expand school vouchers and offer education savings accounts to all school-aged children in the state.

Tribune News Service

10 most notable gifts Joe Biden received as US President in 2021

WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden received more than $46,000 in gifts from foreign leaders in his first year in office, according to an annual report from the US State Department’s chief protocol officer.

The Times of India

Chicago mayoral candidate Vallas’ Twitter account liked offensive, racist posts, which he denies doing himself

CHICAGO — Since losing the 2019 mayor’s race, Paul Vallas has been a prolific poster on social media.

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Florida Supreme Court issues two opinions from Feb. 13-19

The Florida Supreme Court issued two opinions from Feb. 13-19. As of Feb.19, the court issued 12 opinions in 2023—10 fewer than this point a year ago. The two opinions are listed below:

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Governor Phil Murphy (D) issues five executive orders from Feb. 13-19

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) issued five executive orders from Feb. 13-19. As of Feb. 19, Murphy has issued six executive orders in 2023—seven fewer than he did at this point a year ago.

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State supreme courts issue 233 opinions from Feb. 13-19

From Feb. 13-19, state supreme courts issued 233 opinions nationally. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued the most with 77. State supreme courts in 12 states issued none. State supreme courts have issued 1,067 opinions in 2023.

Miami Herald

‘We only teach facts’: FIU students, faculty protest against DeSantis’ higher ed tactics

MIAMI — Holding signs with phrases like “We only teach facts” and chanting “Hey DeSantis we’re no fools, we won’t let you run our schools,” at least 100 students, faculty and others marched around the main campus of Florida International University Thursday afternoon to protest Gov. Ron DeSantis’ education agenda.

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Protasiewicz, Kelly advance to April general election for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Janet Protasiewicz and former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Daniel Kelly advanced from the nonpartisan primary for Wisconsin Supreme Court on Feb. 21, 2023, defeating Waukesha County Circuit Judge Jennifer Dorow and Dane County Circuit Judge Everett Mitchell. With 99% of votes counted, Protasiewicz had received 46.4%…

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Republican Party sets first presidential debate in US swing state

The debate, to be held in Wisconsin, is expected to feature Republican candidates like Donald Trump and Nikki Haley.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott starts state task force on street takeovers

During a recent street racing incident, Austin residents faced long 911 wait times. City officials say they need to increase staffing for 911 call takers, but state license and background check requirements make it difficult to fill positions.

Tribune News Service

Can Texas’ public universities use diversity initiatives to hire staff? Abbott says no

Texas public universities are now at the forefront of a battle against considering diversity, equity and inclusion in hiring.

Axios

Trump set to remain 2024 favorite as GOP rivals walk on eggshells

Potential Republican candidates have been busy trying to define themselves while dancing around the elephant in the room.

Tribune News Service

Donald Trump Jr. goes on homophobic rant against ‘gay guy’ Pete Buttigieg

Donald Trump Jr. went on a homophobic rant against Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg during an appearance on a far-right cable news network Wednesday night.

The Independent UK

Vote to rid Nev. constitution of slavery moves to '24 ballot

Nevada voters will decide whether to abolish slavery and involuntary servitude as a form of criminal punishment from the state constitution on the 2024 ballot, part of a growing push among some states to scrub outdated, century-old language

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