Jackie Robinson documentary on PBS details life and legacy
A two part PBS film by Ken Burns and partners explores Jackie Robinson from his rookie year breaking color barriers in 1947 through his civil rights impact. It questions the celebrated Reese embrace story, notes Robinson's complex post baseball life, and profiles Rachel Robinson's influence on the project.
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Kerry backs Iraqi leader amid push for unified government
U S Secretary of State John Kerry visited Baghdad and pledged 155 million dollars in new aid while backing Prime Minister Haider al Abadi s push for a unified functioning government to combat Islamic State. He said no extra American troops would be deployed and noted Iraqi forces are shaping the operation as they advance toward Mosul.
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Sanders to attend Vatican conference before New York primary
Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders will travel to Vatican City to speak at the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences on April 15, addressing social, economic, and environmental issues. He seeks Catholic voters in New York four days before the pivotal primary, framing poverty and wealth inequality as core concerns shared with Pope Francis. Prospects of a papal meeting remain undecided, with no invitation confirmed. Attendees include Evo Morales, Rafael Correa, Cardinal Oscar Rodriguez Maradiaga, and Jeffrey Sachs.
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Justice Dept. hands Congress more Fast and Furious documents
The Justice Department said it provided Congress with additional records on the Fast and Furious gun smuggling operation. The move ends the court battle despite a judge’s ruling against a blanket executive privilege claim. Assistant Attorney General Peter Kadzik cited time and cooperation aims in informing House Oversight Chair Jason Chaffetz.
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