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December 6, 2014

The Day My Faith in America Died

I didn't cry. But a part of me died. When I heard the news about Eric Garner, my casual 'faith' in America died -- and I am thankful for its death.

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Stalled: Kerry Asks Feinstein To Delay Release Of CIA Torture Report

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