King Memorial in DC Faces Recalling and Regrets
At the Lincoln Memorial area, visitors reflect on Martin Luther King Jr. and the 1968 assassination as progress on race relations appears unraveling. A pink granite monument to King links hope and despair. two boys study it for a school project while others note rising hostility and divisive rhetoric.
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Martin Luther King Day events in Eastern Iowa highlighted
Community groups hosted MLK Day activities and a Color of Unity march in Iowa City as visitors reflect on King's message. Locals from varied backgrounds shared memories, concerns about immigration and civil discourse, and the memorial quotes emphasizing light over darkness.
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Senators clash over Trump's remarks on DACA talks
Rand Paul says meaningful immigration deal possible while Democrats seek funding and DACA status. Durbin accuses Trump of using racist terms, while Perdue and Cotton deny hearing the word shithole. Republicans push border security and end lottery visas as talks stall before a Friday shutdown.
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Death penalty debate surfaces in Iowa legislature
Senators Behn and Taylor weigh reinstating capital punishment amid recent high profile crimes. Behn argues deterrence justifies discussion, while Taylor remains unconvinced citing DNA errors and wrongful convictions. Leaders say priority unclear as budget and tax code reform loom.
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Windsor Heights
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