QUOTATION OF THE DAY
"The two-state solution, which the international community has agreed on for many years, appears threatened."
FRANÇOIS HOLLANDE, president of France, before an international conference of 70 nations symbolically endorsed a new two-state peace deal.
JANUARY 16, 2017
（０）EDITORIAL：The Assault on Health and Safety Begins
In their efforts to weaken or end many regulations, Republicans would take away protections that Americans have relied on for years.
（１）In Trump’s Feud With John Lewis, Blacks Perceive a Callous Rival
Many blacks say the president-elect’s criticism of the civil rights leader shows a lack of understanding of the reverence with which they view the civil rights movement.
（２）Obama’s Secret to Surviving the White House Years: Books
In an interview seven days before leaving office, Mr. Obama talked about the role books have played during his presidency and throughout his life.
（３）Workers Say Andrew Puzder Is ‘Not the One to Protect’ Them, But He’s Been Chosen To
Donald J. Trump’s pick for labor secretary may soon be tasked with enforcing the very rules his company has been accused of violating.
（４）World Leaders Push Israel and Trump to Forge a 2-State Deal
Though peace efforts between Israel and the Palestinians seem doomed, world leaders gathered in Paris for a peace conference and signaled that they still longed for a solution.
（５）Yellow Cab, Long a Fixture of City Life, Is for Many a Thing of the Past
Facing growing competition from ride-hailing apps, taxis are struggling to remain relevant to a generation of digital-minded New Yorkers.
＊ apps（automatic parts programming system？） like Uber and Lyft.
（６）Tax Refund Loans Are Revamped and Resurrected
Prior versions were seen as predatory and eventually vanquished. The newer kind are more customer-friendly, but consumer watchdogs remain wary.
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60-Second Civics: Episode 2767, Personal Rights
Understanding our freedom to think, act, and speak as we choose.Natural rights philosophy believes that humans are ________.
a. self-governing
b. all-knowing
c. bound to a ruler
d. incapable of governing themselves
Bravo! Choice a is correct.
