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OPINION October 23, 2023

‘Mao’s America’ bears a terrifying resemblance to China that took 20 million lives. I know, I lived through it

‘Mao’s America’ bears a terrifying resemblance to China that took 20 million lives. I know, I lived through it. The Cultural Revolution canceled 3,000 years of history.

Books October 10, 2023

Biography of George Floyd, Geraldine Brooks’ ‘Horse’ both win Dayton literary awards

A George Floyd biography and a novel entitled “Horse" won awards from the Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation. They were chosen for their power to foster peace and social justice.

Media October 8, 2023

NY Times columnist roasts Kendi’s ‘antiracist’ philosophy as ‘strident, simplistic’

A New York Times columnist slammed "antiracist" thinker Ibram Kendi for his "simplistic" philosophy and the institutions that pushed it in 2020.

OPINION September 26, 2023

I used to lead protests against the police -- now, I'm working with them to keep communities safe

The only way to deal with police tragedies in the United States is to strengthen the bonds between law enforcement and community members.

OPINION September 25, 2023

It’s time to resurrect statues of heroes torn down by the mob. They are our national treasures

It’s time to resurrect statues of heroes torn down by the mob. Bringing back these national treasures sends a powerful message to those who tear down our culture.

Minneapolis-St. Paul September 19, 2023

Minneapolis police staffing level plummets to historic 4-decade low 3 years after George Floyd's death: report

Minneapolis police staffing dipped to a four-decade low last month, as the department struggles with recruitment and retention three years after George Floyd's death.

Minnesota September 13, 2023

Minneapolis faces millions in annual costs for compliance with court-ordered policing reforms

In response to court orders mandating an end to racially biased and unconstitutional policing practices in Minneapolis, substantial measures are being undertaken.

Atlanta September 5, 2023

Over 60 'militant anarchists' face RICO indictment over Atlanta 'Cop City' demonstrations, attacks on police

A RICO indictment in Fulton County, Georgia, targets over 60 "eco-activists" allegedly conspiring against the construction of an Atlanta police training facility.

New York City September 3, 2023

NYC cop cleared of excessive force charges from George Floyd protest, 2 other officers found guilty: report

NYPD Inspector Jesse Lance was cleared of internal excessive force charges in connection to a 2020 demonstration following George Floyd's death.

Colorado August 29, 2023

Denver will pay $4.7M to settle lawsuit regarding enforcement of curfew during George Floyd protests

Colorado's largest city must pay $4.7 million to settle a lawsuit that claims protestors were unjustly targeted for violating the city's curfew during the 2020 George Floyd protests.

Arkansas August 23, 2023

Man pleads guilty to firebombing police cars during Floyd unrest in Little Rock

Mujera Benjamin Lung'aho, 33, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, pleaded guilty Wednesday to firebombing police vehicles during the George Floyd demonstrations of 2020.