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Why Russians believe the U.S. government was involved in 9/11
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Teachers work to create appropriate 9/11 curriculum
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First Responders Saved for Last
by Patrick Duprey September 29, 2011LaPenna was one of five first responders to assist in the recovery of Port Authority police officers John McLoughlin and Will Jimeno. Now, he’s coping with the impact that the 9/11 rescue had on his health, watching how the bill that covers first responders’ health concerns is not nearly sufficient.
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In our post-9/11 world, a hyper-awareness of skin tone and religion has taken hold in American culture. Islamophobia is a result of this hyper-awareness and has become a trend within our practices. Non-profits, blogs and publications projecting anti-Muslim sentiments have sprung up, and it’s clear that the opposition is based in a fear of the Other.
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Susan Faludi, the feminist and author of The Terror Dream: Myth & Misogyny in an Insecure America, visited Ithaca College in September and spoke with Buzzsaw about her book, the state of modern-day feminism, and her insights on the anti-woman backlash after 9/11.
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Post-9/11 politicians used the terror attacks to transform themselves into a new version of the American Superman — one that relied on clichéd election phrases, vague promises and patriot-infused speeches.
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The story of one intern’s experience at a defense company
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While most American policy negotiation is limited to legislative offices and lobbyist statements, a burgeoning involvement from community organizers has for some transformed the healthcare battle into a humanitarian issue.
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Some people see once-great cities like Detroit as a thing of the past, while others are prepared to work toward a creative solution by making a difference in their own communities. They are helping these cities move forward while remaining true to their origins.