How Forsyth County Became Georgia’s All-White County
Terrence M. Hammill of Oswego reviews Blood at the Root by Patrick Phillips, tracing Forsyth County Georgia’s shift to an all-white status from 1912 through a terror campaign against non white residents. The author recounts historical details and underscores the period as a dark chapter in American history.
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Obama ends Cuban immigration policy in waning days of presidency
Obama announces the end of the wet foot dry foot policy, phasing out special Cuban immigration treatment after more than two decades. The shift broadens equal rules for all nationalities, while critics note lingering human rights concerns and anticipate changes under President-elect Trump.
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A compiled contact block for federal and state lawmakers including U S Senator Kirsten Gillibrand at 531 Dirksen Senate Office Bldg Washington DC 20510. State Senator Patty Ritchie 48th District Oswego NY address 46 E Bridge St Oswego NY 13126 Assemblyman Robert Oaks Haing Albany NY 12248 Congressman John Katko 24th District 13 W Oneida St Oswego NY 13126 Will Barclay 120th District 200 N Second St Fulton NY 13069
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Obama pardons Manning and Rivera amid civil-liberties debate
President Obama commuted the 35 year Manning sentence for Chelsea Manning and also granted clemency to Oscar López Rivera of the FALN, actions critics call lenient toward high profile whistleblowing and terrorism cases. Supporters view Manning as a trans rights advocate. Opponents say leaks endangered operatives and diplomats and sent a dangerous message to the armed forces.
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