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Free speech heroes and villains
A lawyer specializing in the First Amendment talks about the current heroes and threats to the freedom of speech.
Artists show solidarity with detained Chinese artist Ai Weiwei
After an 80-day detention by the Chinese Government, artist Ai Weiwei was released on bail. The government accused the artist of economic crimes, such as evading taxes and destroying documents.
New immigration law controversies: Some harsher, some more forgiving
Alabama has passed the most severe anti-immigration law in the country, while Massachusetts has pulled out of federal immigration enforcement programs.
The great Indonesian movie crisis deprives people of Hollywood
An unresolved tax dispute is making it impossible for many Indonesians to watch Hollywood films. And Indonesian theaters are suffering.
"Caleb's Crossing": The story of Harvard's first Native American graduate
Almost 350 years ago, Harvard University graduated its first Native American student. Author Geraldine Brooks imagines his experience in the unfamiliar, Puritan culture of the university.
Book of Mormon composer Robert Lopez plays songs from the show
Robert Lopez, who teamed up with South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker to create the new musical Book of Mormon, plays some of the songs from the show.
How strong is Obama's support for gay marriage?
Barack Obama has spoken openly about his support of equal rights for gay couples, but some are questioning his support for gay rights.
Kids vs. Global Warming: Suing the government for the environment
Alec Loorz, a 16-year-old, started the group Kids vs. Global Warming at 12. Now he's suing the federal government to try to help clean up the environment.
Report cards, grades get worse during recession
Throughout economic downturns, children tend to get worse grades, according to the National Bureau of Economic Research.
Supreme Court rules: EPA, not states, must regulate greenhouse gasses
The Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit brought by six states, including New York, that sought to regulate greenhouse gasses from major power plants.
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