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  • An Open Letter Against SCA5 by A Concerned Citizen

    Background: SCA5 tries to amend CA constitution to allow affirmative action based on race and gender in state college admissions. Some states allow affirmative action in college admissions based on social-economic status, but not on race.

    In some states, affirmative action is banned altogether. This following is
    a report of arguments from both sides on Michigan’s state constitution ban
    on affirmative action.

    www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/10/15/supreme-court-affirmative-action-race-michigan/2969443/

    Dear friends,

    In my humble opinion, Jan. 30, 2014 marked the darkest day in California’s recent history　of politics. On this day, the California Senate overwhelmingly (27:9) approved SCA-5, which would appeal provisions of Prop 209 and allow the State of California to discriminate an individual or group on the　basis of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.
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    An anti-SCA5 whitehouse.gov petition started on Feb. 16.
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  • Kerry’s Speech Highlights the Threat of Climate Change

    February 16, 2014
    Jakarta, Indonesia

    SECRETARY KERRY: Thank you, Robert. Thank you very, very much. I don’t know. I think some of you were cheering twice for the same university. I don’t know. (Laughter.) It seemed to come from the same place anyway.

    What a pleasure to be here at America, where we are looking at all of the air conditioning pipes running right through here. I love it. The spirit and feel of this place is very special and it’s wonderful to see our friends up here from Kalimantan and also everybody from Sumatra. Thank you very much for being with us. Can you hear me? Yeah! Wave! (Laughter.) Do a few selfies, everybody will – (laughter.) Anyway, it’s really a pleasure to be here. I see a lot of iPads up in the air sort of flashing away.
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    Secretory of the State John Kerry served as US Senator from Mass.(file photo).
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  • Leland Cheung Kicked off Campaign for Lt. Governor

    By Leland Cheung, Cambridge City Councilor

    Friday, Feb. 7, 2014, I stood with family and friends and kicked off my campaign for Lt. Governor. It was humbling to have their support, but now I need yours. The first thing you can do is watch this video where I share my vision for Massachusetts.
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  • Gov. Patrick Delivers State of Commonwealth Address

    BOSTON – Tuesday, January 28, 2014 – In his State of the Commonwealth address, Governor Deval Patrick tonight pledged to continue the Administration’s proven strategy of investing in education, innovation and infrastructure to create job growth and economic opportunity across Massachusetts. The Governor discussed how this strategy has positioned Massachusetts as a national leader in student achievement, health care coverage, economic competitiveness, biotechnology, venture capital funding, entrepreneurial activity, energy efficiency and veterans services; and how if continued, will help secure a successful Commonwealth for all residents.
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    Gov. Patrick in his office (file photo, Governor’s news office).
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  • Boston Marches Forward as Year of Snake Ends

    By David Li, bostonese.com

    Boston, Jan. 27, 2014, — The Chinese New Year of Horse starts this Friday, Jan. 31. It will bring an end of the Year of Snake which was full of dramatic events.

    Two bombs interrupted Boston Marathon in the afternoon of April 15 near the finish line on Boylston Street. The picture below has become a symbol of Boston Strong as people of Boston dealt with the aftermath of the bombings.
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    Jeff Bauman, leg blown off below the knee, being wheeled to safety by Carlos Arredondo and Devin Wang of Boston University on April 15, 2013 (AP).
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  • Carlos Arredondo and Jeff Bauman — Guests of First Lady at State of the Union Address

    Washington, D.C. –- The following individuals will be seated in the box with the First Lady, Dr. Biden and Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to the President, at the State of the Union Address. More guests will be announced in the lead-up to the President’s State of the Union Address Tuesday night. Information about these guests and news about the State of the Union is available at WhiteHouse.gov/SOTU.
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    Jeff Bauman, leg blown off below the knee, being wheeled to safety by Good Samaritan Carlos Arredondo and Devin Wang of Boston University on April 15, 2013.
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  • Dangerous Tribute by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

    By Cui Tiankai, China’s Ambassador to the USA

    (from china-embassy.org)Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s recent homage at the Yasukuni war shrine deeply disturbed people in China and much of Asia. The dispute surrounding his actions is about more than symbolism; it goes to the heart of his intentions for Japan’s future and his willingness to build an atmosphere of trust, respect and equality in East Asia.
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  • Mayor Walsh Swears in as 54th Mayor of Boston, Appoints Key Staff Members

    Boston, Jan. 6, 2013, — Before a crowd of thousands, including residents, supporters, political leaders, faith leaders and dignitaries, Mayor Martin J. Walsh this morning took the oath of office and was sworn in as the 54th Mayor of the City of Boston. In a ceremony that also included the swearing-in of the Boston City Council, Mayor Walsh delivered his inaugural address, committing to moving a united Boston forward, a City that provides community, opportunity, and equality to all its citizens. [Remarks as prepared for delivery attached.
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    Marty Walsh sitting at his desk for the first time (photo credit: Nicole O’Neil Photography).
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  • “Xi’s Bun-Eating Mission” Draws Positive Comments from World Media

    (from chinadaily.com.cn)Beijing, Dec. 29, 2013, — Chinese President Xi Jinping dropped in at a steamed bun restaurant in Beijing where he paid for his food and happily chatted with surprised customers on Saturday, Dec. 28, attracting wide attention from foreign media.
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  • Chinese Consulate in San Francisco Damaged during New Year’s Day Arson Attack

    China on Thursday urged the United States to take “effective measures” to protect its diplomatic institutions and staff, and prevent similar incidents following an arson attack on a Chinese consulate-general.
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    The front entrance of the Chinese consulate general in San Francisco was set on fire in an attack on Wednesday night. Chen Gang / China News Service
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