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Top academics slam Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act

Top academics slam Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act Rafael Bernal © Getty Images Top academics slam Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act A group of 47 academics from top U.S. universities lambasted a proposed bill that would determine Puerto Rico s territorial status through a convention process. In a letter sent Monday to a group of bipartisan congressional leaders, the academics, led by Columbia Law School s Christina Ponsa-Kraus, said the Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act, which was introduced by Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-N.Y.), disserves its purported goal perpetuating the pernicious myth that [multiple sovereignty] options exist. They do not. There are two, and only two, real self-determination options for Puerto Rico: statehood and independence. Yet the Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act defies constitutional reality by calling upon Puerto Ricans to define other non-territorial options. There are no other non-territorial options, reads the letter,

Top CBS executives suspended as company looks into reports of racist, sexist behavior

Top CBS executives suspended as company looks into reports of racist, sexist behavior John Bowden © Getty Images Top CBS executives suspended as company looks into reports of racist, sexist behavior Two top executives at ViacomCBS were suspended Monday over accusations of racist and sexist behavior, according to an investigation from The Los Angeles Times. CBS put out a statement confirming the suspensions of Peter Dunn and David Friend, two executives in charge of the company s array of local TV stations. Peter Dunn, President of the CBS Television Stations, and David Friend, Senior Vice President, News for the TV Stations, have been placed on administrative leave, pending the results of a third-party investigation into issues that include those raised in a recent Los Angeles Times report. CBS is committed to a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where all voices are heard, claims are investigated and appropriate action is taken where necessary, t

Top US admiral would welcome Biden review of nuclear strategy

The admiral in charge of the U.S. nuclear arsenal said Tuesday he would "welcome" a review by the incoming Biden administration of the country's nuclear weapons strategy, but lashed out at critics of the military's plans for new intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs)."I welcome an examination of the nation's strategy here," U.S. Strategic Command chief Adm. Charles Richard told reporters. "I recommend that based on the threat. The threat.

Backpacking is a rite of passage for many Covid could end it forever

Backpacking is a rite of passage for many. Covid could end it forever CNN 12/31/2020 © Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images Backpacking trips have been something of a rite of passage for young people for almost 70 years. Whether you re setting off around the world, or exploring a particular region, country, or city, taking off with a few belongings and moving from destination to destination remains a hugely attractive prospect for those searching for fun and adventure. © Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images Backpacking is seen as a rite of passage by many young people. Sadly, the border restrictions implemented due to Covid-19 have left most backpackers unable to travel extensively, and many are itching to hit the road once again. But even when the world begins to reopen, they might struggle to find their place in it.

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