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Riots leave Washington shaken with lingering fear
Washington faces a slow recovery after April riots. Fear permeates daily life as bus drivers refuse cash after dark and suburban residents arm themselves. Tourists retreat from ghettos while liquor and grocery stores reopen amid security concerns. Spirit of James Brown offers a glimmer of unity amid rising tension.
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