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December 17, 2015
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December 11, 2015
A worthy cause for generous Facebook founder: American Indian schools
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Americans begin to show hope, courage in face of hate
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Lessard-Sams council should sustain momentum on White Earth project
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As Congress dithers on budget, bigger challenges are neglected
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