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‘It was really bad’ — Journalists who have long covered DC reflect on crime over 30 years ago

‘It was really bad’ — Journalists who have long covered DC reflect on crime over 30 years ago

The federal takeover of D.C. Police was based on claims that crime is getting worse. But, journalists who’ve long covered the region remember a much more dangerous time. President Donald Trump’s federal takeover of the D.C. police department and deployment of the National Guard was based on claims that crime is “getting worse, not getting better.” But, journalists who have …

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Black wrestling fans reflect on Hulk Hogan’s legacy on issues of race

Black wrestling fans reflect on Hulk Hogan’s legacy on issues of race

One of Kazeem Famuyide’s earliest memories is sitting on his father’s lap watching Hulk Hogan wrestle in the 1988 Survivor Series. His love of Hogan in the ring became inextricable from what would become a lifelong obsession with the sport — including a yearlong role touring the country and writing scripts for WWE’s top talent. “He was a superhero to …

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