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1. Vietnam & Gaza Wars Shattered Young Illusions on US Leaders

   It took much less time for young US citizens to turn decisively against their government’s key role of arming Israel’s war on Gaza.

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2. Mexico Bans GM Corn Cultivation in Constitutional Reform

   Corn is central to Mexico’s agriculture, cuisine, nutrition, and culture. It is the center of origin for corn, since thousands of years ago.

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3. “I Wish This Book Did Not Have This Title”

   A frank and wise account of over 40 years of reporting from Latin America by one of its most seasoned journalists.

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4. Cuban Mother Defies Draft to Defend Son’s Right to Object

   “I feel proud of supporting my son,” says Ismari. “I feel dignified. And that’s what bothers the authorities the most.”

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5. A Virtual Butcher Shop: My First Entrepreneurial Venture

   I have been thinking about opening my own butcher shop. However, the minimum amount needed for that is 50,000 reais (around $9,000 dollars)

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6. Trump’s First 100 Days Increase Fear for Press, Democracy

   Journalists and newsrooms face mounting pressures that threaten their ability to report freely and the public’s right to know...

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7. International News Briefs for Thursday, May 1, 2025

   Here are some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on, Thursday, May 1, 2025.

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