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Defense budget push fuels flags over submarines and Africa
The piece argues the DoD seeks 40 percent more submarines and upgrades, amid claims of Russia threats. It contends Africa Command seeks funds for more U.S. forces to fight Boko Haram, but notes Africa governments should lead, and criticizes U.S. arms sales and debt nearing 19 trillion dollars.
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U.S. Department of Defense
America
Russia
U.S. Navy
U.S. Africa Command
U.S
Boko Haram
Nigeria
Cameroon
Chad
Niger
Africa
United States
Paul Biya
Idriss Deby
Afghanistan
Iraq
Libya
Somalia
Syria
Yemen
Barack Obama
Europe
China
Japan
Saudi Arabia
The People Speak Dont Like America Opinion Rant
An editorials style tirade argues that guests should leave if offended by U S freedoms and flag, insisting anyone unhappy should fly home and renounce citizenship if needed. It defends patriotism while challenging critics on religion gender and governance.
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U.S
Why life behind bars for magnificent predators
A thoughtful argument questions zoos and captivity as the true fate of lions tigers and other apex predators. It cites recent controversial cases and notes moves by SeaWorld Ringling Brothers and others toward non captive futures while urging public pressure for habitat respecting reforms.
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Stacey Konwiser
Palm Beach Zoo
Konwiser
Dawn Brancheau
SeaWorld
Ringling Brothers
Florida
Catalonia
Walmart
Hamilton Tubman on U S currency fits America’s best
Treasury decisions on currency face changes spark debate as Harriet Tubman is set to replace Andrew Jackson on the twenty dollar bill, making Tubman the first woman and first Black American to appear on U S currency while honoring Hamilton’s foundational role in establishing the Mint and federal finance.
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Treasury
Jack Lew
America
Abraham Lincoln
George Washington
Andrew Jackson
Will Ula
Treasury Department
Alexander Hamilton
Harriet Tubman
Lew
Hamilton
Virgin Islands
United States
Gen. Washington
Tubman
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Moses
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