Will Justice For George Floyd Lead To Lasting Change?

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How Trump's war rhetoric differs from past presidents'

Some of the most memorable speeches in American history have been delivered in wartime, with presidents seeking to unify the country, explain their strategy and, often, make a moral case for war. But President Trump has always spoken differently than his predecessors, so what doe ...  Show more

Iran War: Threats to attack civilian targets are raising concerns with legal experts

Attacking civilian infrastructure is a war crime under international law. So when President Trump threatened to attack power plants and potentially all desalination plants in Iran earlier this week, it raised concerns among some legal experts. Kuwaiti officials also accused Iran ...  Show more

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