The Skanner Breaking News August 3, 2014

Commentary: Our Refugee Kids, Our Silent Parents

‘That Friday afternoon, we began our discussion with how schools might best engage their bashful newcomer moms and dads. But soon enough, conversation went to those Central American parents too terrified to keep their precious kids in their awful neighborhoods.’…For all the information click here

New Jersey Supreme Court Says Hip Hop Lyrics Misused as Evidence

In an amicus brief in support of Skinner, the ACLU New Jersey argued that rap lyrics, because of their violent imagery, are treated differently than other written works.…To read the whole story click here

Black Unemployment Up but Experts Say It's Good News

‘Overall, this is a good report, but it’s not a report that indicates that the economy is continuing to build steam’… To read all about it click here

Hate Crime Case Resurrects Racial Wounds in NYC

The case received renewed attention last month when deputy U.S. Marshals extradited Yitzhak Shuchat -- a white member of a civilian patrol group -- from Israel after he lost a lengthy extradition fight.… To check the details click here

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New Online Order Form to Place a Real Estate Ad for Print or Web

We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase a real estate ad.

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