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Sep 9
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The Performance of Power

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Miami elections move forward as the state moves to end all vaccine mandates, Europe bans the use of gel nail polish, a Texas court-appointed lawyer faces white nationalist allegations, and a legendary Southern cookbook celebrates 50 years with a new cover.

 

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Florida plans to end all state vaccine mandates, including for schools

Is This Court Appointed Lawyer in Texas a White Nationalist?

This Legendary Southern Cookbook Is Celebrating 50 Years With A New Cover

 

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