| In EU elections, far-right talks up migration. But do voters care? Posted: 23 May 2019 02:23 PM PDT ![In EU elections, far-right talks up migration. But do voters care?]( "In EU elections, far-right talks up migration. But do voters care?") Rain clouds gathered over Milan's iconic Il Duomo cathedral on Saturday as Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini took to the stage, rosary in hand, and sought to cast himself as a savior of Europe and its Judeo-Christian heritage. Addressing thousands of supporters huddled under umbrellas, Mr. Salvini argued that his tough stance on migrants was saving lives in the Mediterranean, and that Italy's hard line would benefit Europe as whole. The site was the rallying point of 11 populist European leaders, invited by Mr. Salvini, the leader of the nationalist League party, to present a united front ahead of European Union parliamentary elections that begin on Thursday.
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| What veterans want in a commander in chief Posted: 23 May 2019 12:29 PM PDT ![What veterans want in a commander in chief]( "What veterans want in a commander in chief") Mike Waltz remembers being in Afghanistan as a Green Beret when President Barack Obama announced badly needed troop increases – and, simultaneously, a timeline for withdrawal. The frustration of that experience impelled him – like a growing number of other veterans – to enter politics, so he can help shape how America deploys its strength abroad. "What do we value in a commander in chief?
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| After India’s big election, time for inclusion Posted: 23 May 2019 12:18 PM PDT ![After India's big election, time for inclusion]( "After India's big election, time for inclusion") The recent election in India was the most inclusive public event in history. Since coming to power in 2014, Mr. Modi has struggled to convince India's religious minorities, especially the 14% Muslim minority, that he is not seeking cultural and political dominance for the majority Hindus. Under his rule, India has seen a rise in hate crimes by right-wing Hindu groups.
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| ‘You can’t unhurt a young person.’ But you can help them thrive. Posted: 23 May 2019 08:46 AM PDT !['You can't unhurt a young person.' But you can help them thrive.]( "'You can't unhurt a young person.' But you can help them thrive.") On a recent Tuesday afternoon, the Hopeworks office in downtown Camden is positively buzzing with activity. Clusters of computer banks are filled with teens and young adults working on everything from website development to sophisticated data projects for clients throughout the region. The space more closely resembles a tech hub than a nonprofit centered on supporting youths.
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