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Democratic Socialism: A Different Path from Communism

July 26, 2026

The letter explains that democratic socialism is not about turning a country into a communist state or a theocratic rule. It stresses that its aim is to create fairness through democratic means, not by force or religious mandates. In this view, people would still choose their leaders in free elec

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Elderly Church Leader’s Detention Sparks Global Human‑Rights Debate

July 25, 2026

The 95‑year‑old head of a South Korean religious group has been held in custody, prompting scholars and human‑rights advocates across Europe to question the country’s legal practices. The arrest came after prosecutors alleged that between July 2021 and January 2024 the leader organized mass regis

politics

Why Showing Up Matters When You Vote

July 24, 2026

Every state in the U. S. writes its own rules for how people can vote, and the differences are huge. In some places almost everyone goes to a polling station in person; in others, most people vote by mail. Back in the 1990s and early 2000s, when mail voting first appeared, lawmakers from both partie

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Community Fun: July and August Events

July 24, 2026

Get ready for a packed summer of music, sports, and community gatherings. On July 23, the Eagles Club hosts a Veterans Coffee & Conversation at ten in the morning, while Normal Park lights up with Gazebo Nights; the opening act starts at five and the Jay Stulo Band plays from six. That evening, Sawm

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Learning About Islam in Connecticut Schools: A Debate

July 24, 2026

Connecticut recently signed a law that lets school districts add lessons about Islam and Arab culture to their curriculum. The rule does not force schools to teach it, but the state will supply ready‑made lesson plans for those who want them. Some lawmakers worry that including a religion in publ

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Community Events Bring Faith, Fun and Fresh Starts

July 24, 2026

A local church on Education Street will open its doors for a three‑night revival from August 4 to 6. Every evening, worship begins at six in the evening and moves into a full service by seven. The theme “You Must Leave the Boat, ” drawn from Matthew 4:18‑22, encourages listeners to step into new fai

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Hartford’s First Black Pride Festival Celebrates Culture and Community

July 21, 2026

A new celebration is arriving in Hartford’s downtown streets, marking the city’s first annual Black Pride Festival. The event will run from July 24 to 26 and promises a mix of art, music, fashion, and community gatherings that honor Black queer identities. The festival kicks off Friday afternoon

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New Global Spin on Classic Crime Show

July 21, 2026

The long‑running American news program, known for its deep dives into mysteries and scandals, is stepping onto a new stage. Disney+ has approved the first overseas version of the series, set to launch in Britain next week under the name 20/20 Britain’s Most Notorious Crime Investigations. Instead

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Music, jokes and a touch of the divine

July 21, 2026

A young singer from Australia is known for pushing boundaries. One night in Los Angeles he sang about Jesus with a mix of sarcasm and feeling that made the crowd laugh, then pause, and finally feel something deep. The set list was full of absurd lines about a saint who never visited Spain, yet the

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States Fight Back: The Real Story Behind “Sanctuary” Laws

July 20, 2026

The Trump team has slammed states that limit cooperation with federal immigration officials, calling them “lawless. ” They say these so‑called sanctuary places let dangerous people roam free. Yet the same states—California, New York, Minnesota, Massachusetts and others—hand over thousands of violent