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An Alabama D.A. Filed Legally Impossible Charges Against School Board Members Who Crossed Him

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The Impact of Trump's Cost-Cutting Initiative Hinges on What He Means by 'Government Efficiency'

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Trump Has No Discernible Interest in Fiscal Responsibility

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Massachusetts Voters Reject Decriminalization of 5 Natural Psychedelics

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Nebraska Voters Overwhelmingly Approve Medical Marijuana

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