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The word "slavery" has a very specific resonance for Americans. But slavery is a practice that has existed since the very first records of human history, and it continues to […]
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The very first human records were records of slaves, which suggests that it has existed as a practice long before recorded history and has dogged mankind ever since.
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Conservative estimates say that there are 50,000 slaves in the U.S., and less than half of these are being sexually exploited—the rest could be in your neighbor’s backyard or in […]
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Military juntas like Burma and failed states like the Congo are, unsurprisingly, fertile grounds for slavery. But the practice thrives even in developed countries like Japan and the United States.
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There are some tell-tale signs that someone is being forced to work against his or her will. Would you recognize them?
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Most modern slaves are people who, driven by economic desperation, agree to take jobs far from their homes thinking they will help feed their families. Only when they are severed […]
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Slavery is not just about Africans being forced to work in cotton fields—it’s an insidious practice that has existed throughout history and continues to this day, thanks in large part […]
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A conversation with the anti-slavery advocate.
Research indicates that unique among major news outlets, Fox News viewing is significantly related to belief in false rumors and misinformation, especially for conservative viewers predisposed to accept these claims. […]
We now have some more information (Note: pretty much all the information on this eruption is in French) - and more importantly, some great images - of the eruption that is ongoing […]
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