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Eighth graders at It Takes a Village Family of Schools (ITAV) are urging Congress to prioritize education and healthcare over military spending. Through the Grass Roots Curriculum, they analyze the federal budget, advocate for community issues, and c...
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(Photo Credit: Samara Heisz/Getty Images) ECHO-Chicago's diabetes program, initiated in 2020, significantly reduced patient wait times for specialists. With over 24 health centers impacted, it enhances diabetes management through virtual learning for...
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A coalition of 21 Democratic state attorneys general condemned former President Trump’s attacks on the legal profession. They accused him of undermining the rule of law by retaliating against lawyers and judges. They vowed to protect democratic syste...
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