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America’s Declaration of Independence

President Barack Obama reminded us in his speech in Hiroshima in May that the story of America began with...
Jul 4, 2016VIEW
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Advice on Studying Abroad: Makeup Artist Kodo Nishimura

As a cutting-edge makeup artist who is active both in the United States and Japan, Kodo Nishimura has wor...
Apr 22, 2016VIEW
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Marriage Equality Pioneer Speaks on the Future of LGBT Rights

Evan Wolfson founded the Freedom to Marry campaign in 2003 to lead efforts to make same-sex marriage lega...
Apr 14, 2016VIEW
U.S.-Japan RelationsSocial Issues

The Torii Gates that Crossed the Pacific

Nearly five years have passed since the Tohoku region of Japan was hit by a massive earthquake and tsunam...
Feb 4, 2016VIEW
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Hashtag Activism: How Twitter Changed the Way a Generation Communicates

The most-watched rap feud in years started with just a few tweets this past July. Meek Mill claimed that ...
Jan 14, 2016VIEW
PoliticsSocial Issues

The many faces of King in America's cities

“I just want the most spontaneous ones,” said Camilo Vergara, referring to his photos of street art depic...
Jan 13, 2016VIEW
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The White House knows how to do the holidays

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Dec 16, 2015VIEW
U.S.-Japan RelationsSocial Issues

“Operation Christmas Drop” Continues as Pacific Tradition

Andersen Air Force Base, Guam — Volunteers at Andersen Air Force Base are teaming up with airmen from Yok...
Dec 4, 2015VIEW
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Why Americans Give Thanks over a Shared Meal

Thanksgiving in the United States is a time to gather with family and friends, share a traditional meal a...
Nov 19, 2015VIEW
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Staying in tune: How pop music tells America's story

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Nov 5, 2015VIEW
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Free speech has always been your right

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Oct 26, 2015VIEW
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Building a Society Where Both Men and Women Can Thrive in the Workplace

The U.S. Department of State presents “International Women of Courage” awards each year to women around t...
Oct 16, 2015VIEW
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The Americans with Disabilities Act at 25: Millions Empowered

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Oct 15, 2015VIEW
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Millions resettled: New lives for refugees in the U.S.

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Oct 5, 2015VIEW
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The ‘I’ in LGBTI stands for intersex. Here’s what it means.

You’re probably used to hearing the term “LGBT,” but “LGBTI” might be new to you. Nearly one in every ...
Jun 19, 2015VIEW
PoliticsEducation & Study AbroadSocial Issues

Who deserves an education? Everyone.

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Jun 18, 2015VIEW
Social IssuesFood

The Foodie Revolution: America’s New Infatuation with Globally Inspired Cuisine

There’s been a shift in America’s gastronomy lately. For years, talk of American food elicited stereotype...
May 7, 2015VIEW
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Inspired by Martin Luther King, Jr., They Put LGBT Rights on the National Agenda

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Apr 16, 2015VIEW

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