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In debate, Africa at center of international security

"Mali has been taken over, the northern part of Mali, by al Qaeda-type individuals. We have in Egypt a Muslim Brotherhood, president..." More »

Brazil models new approach to affirmative action

The Oct. 10 Supreme Court argument in the Fisher v. Texas affirmative action case marks a peculiar turning point in the racial history of the United States and its inspiration in worldwide Civil Rights movements. More »

Haiti's homeless fight back, but need global muscle

When the earthquake hit Haiti in January 2010, many in the impoverished country lost what little they had. More »