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Why the Equal Rights Amendment Is Again a Hot Topic in New York
The proposed amendment to the State Constitution has become a divisive culture-war issue that encompasses abortion, discrimination and transgender athletes.
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US
Youngkin Vetoes Measures to Remove Tax Breaks for Confederate Heritage Group
The Virginia governor rejected efforts by the state’s Democrats to reshape the Commonwealth’s relationship with its Confederate past.
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World
Ethics Panel Cautions Judge in Trump Trial Over Political Donations
Justice Juan M. Merchan, the judge overseeing Donald J. Trump’s criminal trial in Manhattan, donated modest amounts to Democratic groups…
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News
Is There a Constitutional Right to Talk About Abortion?
There has hardly ever been as fierce a defender of free speech as the current Supreme Court. Since John Roberts…
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World
Putin’s China Visit Highlights Military Ties That Worry the West
The Russian leader visited an institute in Harbin known for defense research. President Xi Jinping saw him off with a…
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US
Despite Billions in Investments, Biden Trails in Arizona and Georgia
The states have been major beneficiaries of the Biden administration’s key economic policies, such as spending on infrastructure, manufacturing and…
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World
After Outlawing Public Zoos, Costa Rica Relocates Hundreds of Animals
Some of the animals will stay in sanctuaries, while others may be released into the wild.
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In Deep-Blue Maryland, a Democratic Primary Turns Uncommonly Competitive
The contest between Angela Alsobrooks, the Prince George’s County executive, and Representative David Trone has grown tighter as they vie…
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World
U.N. General Assembly Adopts Resolution in Support of Palestinian Statehood
The United Nations General Assembly on Friday overwhelmingly adopted a resolution declaring that Palestinians qualify for full-members status at the…
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World
Cannabis Rollout Hampered by Inexperienced Leadership, N.Y. Report Finds
A New York State review of problems in the Office of Cannabis Management found that 90 percent of applicants for…