Edward Blum has spent decades trying to end what he considers a harmful practice: affirmative action. With two cases before the Supreme Court, Mr. Blum could be pardoned for thinking he’s on the verge of achieving his aims. But, he says, he’s been here before – and lost.
Read moreRural Texans are deeply conservative – and deeply committed to their public schools. How will that play out in an era when school choice has become a GOP litmus test?
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Texas knows how to put on a show, and Texan Taylor Sheridan is one of the producers bringing TV and film – and vital economic bump – to small towns around Fort Worth. Plus, say residents, it’s just fun when Hollywood comes to town.
Read moreThe U.S. has never prosecuted a leader for criminal wrongdoing. But other countries have. Their experiences show it is a serious test of a democracy, but it’s a test that many democracies have passed.
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Are rules that protect homeowners making the global housing crisis worse by hindering badly needed construction? One city shows the pros and cons of an opposite approach – removing the red tape.
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There’s a central question at the core of every child welfare case: What is the best interest of the child? When it comes to Native adoptions, the fate of the law that set the standard for four decades now rests with the Supreme Court.
Read moreOften between extremes lies a more moderate option. In a number of cases this term, where the U.S. Supreme Court lands on that spectrum could transform American life.
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Drought has imposed a harsh test on Texas cattle ranchers. But some have been adapting, even before this year, in ways that make them more resilient.
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While climate change has not been a top political concern in Texas, it is increasingly emblematic of America’s climate change experience. From heat to damaging rains, this summer looks like a pivot point.
Read moreIndigenous creatives say a shift is underway in Hollywood, one that gives them an opportunity to shed the sidekick or villain image for more modern and well-rounded representations. With that progress comes a fuller picture of American life.
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