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Mike O’Shea was a physically powerful and courageous man, but what made him a hero to his lifelong friend, Andrew Cotto, was his capacity for love.

Rodney King Dead at 47

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The Good Feed Blog editors share news that Rodney King, victim of LAPD brutality in 1991, was found dead this morning.

Man Rides Ferris Wheel For 25 Hours

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While you and I were making breakfast, LAPD Detective Gus Martinez was climbing on board the ferris wheel on the Santa Monica Pier. Other than 5 minute breaks, he didn’t stop riding until 25 hours later.

The Jump Out Boys: Does it Take a Gang to Combat Gangs?

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Joanna Schroeder thinks we should pause before automatically condemning members of anti-gang police forces who form brotherhoods while working in high crime zones.

LA Riots: 20 Years Later

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Rodney King talks about the LA Riots, and 20 years after the LA Riots, we ask ourselves, how have race relations changed?

Setting A New Precedent For All Rape Victims

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Danny feels that despite helping many rape victims, history shows that too many are still not getting the support and justice they need and deserve.

Occupy 2.0: What Next?

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“No government can exist for a single moment without the cooperation of the people, willing or forced, and if people withdraw their cooperation in every detail, the government will come to a standstill.” —Gandhi

Why I Ignored Ted Williams’ Brush With the Law

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This story now seems to have been destined for a non-storybook ending.