Barbara Jordan’s irrepressible voice still rings clear
The Texas lawmaker’s faith in the Constitution left impressions on all who heard her speeches.
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Va. Senate begins process to strengthen private-property rights
RICHMOND – The Democratic-led state Senate handed a victory to tea party activists and other conservatives in Virginia on Tuesday by agreeing to start the process of adding new protections for private property to the state constitution.
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Timeline: Cameroonian history, political events
President Paul Biya has ruled the African nation of Cameroon for 28 years. Organizers called for “Egypt-like” protests, demanding the secretive leader’s ouster. Protests are planned for Douala and Yaounde for Wednesday evening.
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