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The centennial of women’s right to vote is celebrated.

By BY ALISHA HARIDASANI GUPTA U.S. https://ift.tt/3aECAtS New York Times August 20, 2020 at 01:50AM

Late Calfire Pictures

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By Unknown Author U.S. https://ift.tt/3iXVxL7 Late Calfire Pictures New York Times August 20, 2020 at 01:50AM

‘He’ll Be There for You, Too,’ Gabrielle Giffords Says of Joe Biden

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By BY THE NEW YORK TIMES U.S. https://ift.tt/2E8x5rI Gabrielle Giffords, a gun control advocate and former congresswoman, endorsed Joseph R. Biden Jr. for president in an emotional speech during the Democratic National Convention. New York Times Presidential Election of 2020, Democratic National Convention, Endorsements August 20, 2020 at 01:38AM

An open letter from immigrants: ‘Mr. President, you tore our world apart.’

By BY GLENN THRUSH U.S. https://ift.tt/34ezxaD New York Times August 20, 2020 at 01:35AM

Michigan to Pay $600 Million to Victims of Flint Water Crisis

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By BY JULIE BOSMAN U.S. https://ift.tt/3iV0nJ6 Residents were left ill and relying on bottled water. Health officials said the effects on children were most concerning. New York Times Lead, Water Pollution, Suits and Litigation (Civil), Hazardous and Toxic Substances August 20, 2020 at 01:33AM

Putting a spotlight on climate change, the convention hopes to appeal to younger voters.

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By BY SHANE GOLDMACHER U.S. https://ift.tt/319Y8vt New York Times August 20, 2020 at 01:21AM

Michelle Lujan Grisham, the governor of New Mexico, calls for urgent climate action.

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By BY REID J. EPSTEIN U.S. https://ift.tt/3iXvJyE New York Times August 20, 2020 at 01:20AM

Gabrielle Giffords, in her longest public remarks since being shot, says ‘I have not lost my voice.’

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By BY REID J. EPSTEIN U.S. https://ift.tt/3hdRFVH New York Times August 20, 2020 at 01:11AM

Kamala Harris makes a surprise early appearance as Kerry Washington hosts.

By BY SHANE GOLDMACHER U.S. https://ift.tt/325Yd2p New York Times August 20, 2020 at 01:01AM

A rough summer for Wisconsin’s governor continues at Milwaukee’s virtual convention.

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By BY REID J. EPSTEIN U.S. https://ift.tt/2EiZ2gg New York Times August 20, 2020 at 12:59AM

Los Angeles Cuts Power at Influencer House After Large Parties

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By BY TAYLOR LORENZ Style https://ift.tt/2FG1qhL This month, Mayor Eric Garcetti said that Angelenos who violated the city’s guidelines on gatherings during a health crisis would have their water and power turned off. Today, he followed through. New York Times Parties (Social), Quarantines, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) August 20, 2020 at 12:41AM

Who’s the Best First Lady?

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By BY GAIL COLLINS Opinion https://ift.tt/2YhDiIA You know, we’re voting for more than a president. New York Times Presidential Election of 2020, United States Politics and Government, First Ladies (US), Presidents and Presidency (US), Women and Girls August 20, 2020 at 12:22AM

The Trump Campaign Accepted Russian Help to Win in 2016. Case Closed.

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By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD Opinion https://ift.tt/326L09M “Cooperation” or “collusion” or whatever. It was a plot against American democracy. New York Times Russian Interference in 2016 US Elections and Ties to Trump Associates, Presidential Election of 2016, Presidential Election of 2020 August 20, 2020 at 12:13AM

Kamala Harris will take the spotlight, a moment for her and history.

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By BY ADAM NAGOURNEY AND KATIE GLUECK U.S. https://ift.tt/34eP2Q3 New York Times August 20, 2020 at 12:13AM

What to Watch: Kamala Harris and Barack Obama Speak Tonight at the D.N.C.

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By BY ALEXANDER BURNS U.S. https://ift.tt/3l1Ce5u Ms. Harris’s prime-time speech will introduce her to the broader American electorate, while Mr. Obama and Elizabeth Warren, two of the best known voices on policy, are expected to highlight the Democratic Party’s aims. New York Times Vice Presidents and Vice Presidency (US) August 19, 2020 at 11:05PM

Trump speaks positively about conspiracy theorists who believe in QAnon.

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By BY MICHAEL D. SHEAR U.S. https://ift.tt/2EjXaE1 New York Times August 19, 2020 at 10:37PM

Kamala Harris Takes the Spotlight, a Moment for Her and History

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By BY ADAM NAGOURNEY AND KATIE GLUECK U.S. https://ift.tt/2Yhq7HK As a barrier-breaking candidate, and as the running mate to a 77-year-old, Ms. Harris arrives at the Democratic convention carrying an extraordinary set of hopes and expectations from party members. New York Times Presidential Election of 2020, Democratic National Convention, Vice Presidents and Vice Presidency (US) August 19, 2020 at 11:56PM

A Convention Without Convening That Succeeds

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By BY CHARLES M. BLOW Opinion https://ift.tt/3geWIny We get to see some of the biggest names in the liberal cause remind us of what decency looks like. New York Times Democratic National Convention, Presidential Election of 2020, United States Politics and Government August 19, 2020 at 11:47PM

Trump Administration Pushes Arms Sale to U.A.E. Despite Israeli Worries

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By BY MARK MAZZETTI AND EDWARD WONG World https://ift.tt/3ge3CcS The Trump White House is quietly planning sales of F-35 stealth fighters and advanced drones to the Emiratis as part of a wider plan to realign the Middle East, but Israel and Congress may object. New York Times United States International Relations, Defense and Military Forces, Arms Trade, United States Politics and Government August 19, 2020 at 11:45PM

Coronavirus Briefing: What Happened Today

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By BY JONATHAN WOLFE U.S. https://ift.tt/2Q5UmNr An outbreak among the crew of a fishing boat spared the only three members with antibodies. New York Times Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) August 19, 2020 at 11:44PM

‘Tesla’ Review: Lightning Strikes, but Quietly

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By BY A.O. SCOTT Movies https://ift.tt/2EmPHnK Ethan Hawke plays the melancholy visionary Nikola Tesla in Michael Almereyda’s meditative anti-biopic. New York Times Movies August 19, 2020 at 11:31PM

Fires, Blackouts, a Heat Wave and a Pandemic: California’s ‘Horrible’ Month

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By BY THOMAS FULLER U.S. https://ift.tt/2Ec1qWa The nation’s most-populated state is facing multiple crises, including 23 major wildfires raging while the daily death toll from the coronavirus is above 100. New York Times Wildfires, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Fires and Firefighters, Evacuations and Evacuees, Lightning, Power Failures and Blackouts August 19, 2020 at 11:22PM

Democratic Convention Live Analysis and Video

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By BY THE NEW YORK TIMES U.S. https://ift.tt/2Qa2HzC Kamala Harris, Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton are speaking tonight at the Democratic National Convention. Watch here and follow our reporters’ analysis in real time. New York Times Presidential Election of 2020, Democratic National Convention August 19, 2020 at 11:20PM