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Former Politician Surprises Wisconsin Teachers by Funding All Classroom Requests for Entire State
As hundreds of Wisconsin teachers kicked-off the school year, they found every one of their requests fully funded by a well known politician.
Germany Wipes Slate Clean for 50,000 Men Convicted Under Anti-Gay Law
The gay German men who were convicted during the last century are finally being forgiven and compensated in a long overdue act of justice.
Texas Enshrines "Sandra Bland Act" as Law After Police Encounter
After the death of Sandra Bland became a controversial example of police force, Texas lawmakers passed a bill that will hopefully prevent future incidents.
When Politician Disses African Education Fundraiser, the Backlash Raises $250K Instead
The "Do It In A Dress" online campaign page has crashed several times from the sheer mass of visitors wanting to show a politician what really matters.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Kayaks Over to a Family to Discuss Climate Change
The Canadian Prime Minister is trending on Twitter after he nonchalantly kayaked up to a family and chatted about the rising water levels in Ontario.
Schwarzenegger Steps Up For Anti-hate Group: 'Our Voices Are Louder and Stronger'
In light of the events in Charlottesville this weekend, the former California governor took a hard stance against racism and intolerance.
Indian Boxer Gives Champion Belt to Chinese Opponent as "Message of Peace" for Two Nations
Following territorial disputes, this Indian boxer decided to ease tensions by giving the belt that he had just won back to his Chinese opponent.
Arizona Senator Defends His Muslim Opponent From Online Attacks
This Arizona Senator reached out to support the very woman who is trying to unseat him in the Senate.
Michael Bloomberg 'to Write $4.5M Check to Cover US Commitment to Paris Climate Agreement'
The billionaire said: "America made a commitment and as an American ... we all have responsibility. I'm able to do it. So, yes, I'm going to send them a check for the monies that America had promised to the organization as though they got it from the federal government."
How Barbara Bush Was a Pillar of Love and Devotion to Family (1925-2018)
Barbara Bush, a devoted wife, mother, political advisor, and advocate for literary education and women's rights, quietly passed away at the age of 92 on Tuesday.
New Zealand Launches Dramatic Ban on All Future Off-Shore Oil Exploration
The New Zealand government has also been quick to reassure concerned parties that the transition is being made so that no jobs will be lost in the transition to a cleaner fuel economy.
When City Ignores Filthy Transit Station, Politicians Start to Scrub it Themselves Every Week
Over the course of the last two months, Bevan Dufty and Hillary Ronen have shown that they're not afraid to get down and dirty when their city needs a hand.
Can Online Bots Build Peace?
This organization is using online bots to engage people in the kind of civil dialogue that they may not be able to find elsewhere on social media.
Instead of Arguing Online, Political Foes Are Coming Together Over Food to 'Make America Dinner Again'
It's easy to get into an angry argument with a stranger over the internet - but what if you're both asked to sit down over a pleasant dinner instead?
When Filmmaker Sits Down With Neo-Nazis to See if They Would 'Hate in-Person', She Had Extraordinary Experience
This Muslim woman wanted to sit down with people from the other side of the political divide - and she was heartened by what she discovered.
Political Reform of Gerrymandering is Good News From California Elections
An important political revolution is quietly unfolding in California. Two recent voting reforms promise to profoundly alter the election landscape -- for the better. One changed the way legislative and congressional districts are drawn, removing the function from the grasp of politicians, and the other is the new top-two primary.
Woman's 2016 Facebook Post Leads to Michigan's Successful Strike Down of Gerrymandering
Despite being a political amateur, this woman's Facebook post led to a successful statewide campaign to strike down gerrymandering.
Congress Members From Opposing Parties Are Visiting Each Other's Districts So They Can Work Better Together in DC
This program is forging stronger bonds of friendship and respect between Congressional members so they're more likely to pursue bipartisanship in the House.
Americans Donated 10,000 Pizzas to Voters Waiting in Long Lines on Election Day Thanks to Pizza Nonprofit
By the end of Election Day, Pizza to the Polls had delivered free pies to hungry voters at 576 polling places in 43 states.
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