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Lawyer Says Assange ‘Is Happy Today’ After Prosecutor Dropped An Investigation Into A Rape Claim Against Him

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Posted on May 19, 2017 · A lawyer for the woman who alleges she was raped by Julian Assange says "it is a scandal that a suspected rapist can avoid the judicial system and thus avoid a trial in court."

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As Greens Nominate Stein For President, Party Aims For Longer-Term Success

Andrew Schneider

Posted on August 8, 2016 · The chance of a third party winning the White House in 2016 is microscopic. But capturing as little as 5 percent of the vote nationwide could help the Greens or Libertarians mount more serious challenges in 2020.

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Federal Suit Accuses Houston Immigration Officers Of Raping 3 Women Before Deportation

Elizabeth Trovall

Posted on May 28, 2020 · The woman said she became pregnant as a result of the rape. Now she's suing private corrections company CoreCivic, which operated the facility where the alleged sexual assault took place.

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NEXT QUESTION (Ep 16): Comedian Maysoon Zayid, Dancer Edin Jusuframic, The 2081 Project, Reviews Of The Rhythm Section & Beanpole, Plus, Mattiel With “The Air Near My Fingers.”

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Posted on January 31, 2020 · On this episode, we visit with actress, comedian, and activist Maysoon Zayid; discuss Sweden's Melodifestivalen with famed dancer Edin Jusuframic; welcome back Mattiel with a cover of The White Stripes' "The Air Near My Fingers", and our Pop Culture Conclave once again reconvenes- Dustin Chase, Justin McKee & Eddie Robinson.

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A Rape Survivor’s Unusual Definition of Justice

Michael Hagerty

Posted on October 9, 2018 · Houston writer Lacy M. Johnson survived rape and attempted murder. In her new book, The Reckonings, she meditates on the meaning of justice.

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Full Show: Lesser Election Races to Watch, and a Victim’s Definition of Justice (Oct. 9, 2018)

Abner Fletcher

Posted on October 9, 2018 · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We examine financial issues facing Crosby ISD. Then, we learn why oil and gas companies are flaring so much gas in West Texas. Plus, We learn about some of the less talked about local races in the 2018 midterm election. Then, Houston writer Lacy M. Johnson talks about her definition of justice. And we help you improve your public speaking.

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