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American interfaith, rights bodies call for abolishing registry framework
Statue of Liberty, New York Photo by Laslovarga via Wikimedia Commons Nearly 200 American rights and interfaith organizations have called for dismantling the framework behind a post-9/11 registry system, saying it targeted immigrants based on religion,...November 23, 2016 898 0 -
Trump to withdraw from Pacific Trade accord; create jobs at home
Photo: Screenshot/Official Transition 2017 YouTube channel President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled goals he will set into motion on day one in the Oval Office, including US withdrawal from the multinational Trans Pacific Trade Partnerrship. In his...November 22, 2016 927 0 -
Rights groups ask Trump to “forcefully, consistently” denounce hate-mongering
Photo by Gage Skidmore via Wikimedia Commons Reminding President-elect Donald Trump of his pledge to be leader for all Americans, over 100 civil rights and faith organizations have urged him to “forcefully, unequivocally and consistently” condemn...November 20, 2016 981 0 -
Trump picks loyal supporters for national security, attorney general positions
Photo: Screenshot/Donald J. Trump for President Videostream in June 2015 Reflecting his policy priorities, President-elect Donald Trump’s has given some shape to his national security team as he named loyal supporters to some key positions. The appointments...November 19, 2016 927 0 -
Trump eyes Nikki Haley as secretary of state : Report
Photo: Official South Carolina Governor’s Office by Sam Holland via Wikimedia Commons President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley for the position of secretary of state in his administration. According to the...November 17, 2016 1326 0 -
Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Michael Jordan to receive Medal of Freedom
Legendary basketball player Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is among 21 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, announced by the White House on Wednesday, the last time Preisdent Barack Obama has nominated such outstanding individuals for the highest...November 17, 2016 1249 0 -
Tom Hanks says Constitution will keep America all right
Photo: US State Department via Wikimedia Commons Hollywood star Tom Hanks is confident the United States will be all right, as Washington transitions from a liberal Democratic governance to the new administration of Donald Trump, backed...November 17, 2016 998 0 -
Humanity in action as doctors, faith leaders provide healthcare to Syrian refugees
The Grove Dental Clinic in Falls Church became a microcosm of American diversity and generosity this past Sunday as doctors and interfaith leaders welcomed hundreds of Syrian refugees to provide them healthcare. The newly arrived Syrian...November 17, 2016 1861 0 -
Trump asks supporters to stop harassing minority communties
Featured Image: Screenshot/CBS In remarks that signal a departure from his campaign rhetoric, President-elect Donald Trump has asked his supporters to stop harassing Latino and Muslim immigrants. “Don’t do it,” Trump said in an appearance in...November 14, 2016 880 0 -
Trump vows to deport up to three million immigrants ‘immediately’
US President-elect Donald Trump has said he will deport two to three million undocumented immigrants “immediately” upon taking office. He also insisted that a wall will be built between the United States and Mexico. In his first...November 13, 2016 954 0
