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Former Capitol police officer campaigns in Wisconsin against Republican-backed court candidate

Former Capitol police officer campaigns in Wisconsin against Republican-backed court candidate

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — One of the most outspoken officers who defended the U.S. Capitol against rioters on Jan.
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Ontario voters officially headed to polls early for provincial election

Ontario voters officially headed to polls early for provincial election

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford officially set a provincial election in motion Tuesday for Feb. 27, more than a year before the next fixed election date.
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Wisconsin Republicans ask liberal Supreme Court Justice to step aside in union case

Wisconsin Republicans ask liberal Supreme Court Justice to step aside in union case

MADISON, Wis.
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New bill will require Quebec newcomers to adopt 'common culture,' minister says

New bill will require Quebec newcomers to adopt 'common culture,' minister says

MONTREAL — Quebec’s immigration minister says newcomers to the province need to embrace the “common culture," as the government looks to put Quebec identity back at the forefront of the political agenda.
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Oklahoma proposal requires parents to provide immigration status when enrolling students

Oklahoma proposal requires parents to provide immigration status when enrolling students

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Parents enrolling children in Oklahoma public schools will be required to provide proof of their child’s U.S. citizenship or legal immigration status under a proposed rule approved Tuesday by the State Board of Education.
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Caroline Kennedy warns senators that cousin RFK Jr. is a 'lie and cheat'

WASHINGTON (AP) — Calling Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a “predator” who is addicted to power, Caroline Kennedy urged the U.S.
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A look at Green Party of Ontario Leader Mike Schreiner

A look at Green Party of Ontario Leader Mike Schreiner

TORONTO — Mike Schreiner has led the Green Party of Ontario since 2009. Born: June 9, 1969. Early years: Schreiner was born in Kansas and raised on his family's grain and cattle farm.
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A look at Ontario Liberal Party Leader Bonnie Crombie

A look at Ontario Liberal Party Leader Bonnie Crombie

TORONTO — Bonnie Crombie has been the leader of the Ontario Liberal Party since late 2023. Born: Feb. 5, 1960. Early years: Crombie grew up as an only child in a rooming house in Toronto's west end with her mother and grandparents.
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A look at Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario Leader Doug Ford

A look at Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario Leader Doug Ford

TORONTO — Doug Ford, leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario, has called an early election. He leads the party for a third consecutive campaign. Born: November 20, 1964.
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A look at Ontario New Democratic Party Leader Marit Stiles

A look at Ontario New Democratic Party Leader Marit Stiles

TORONTO — Marit Stiles has led the Ontario New Democratic Party since 2023. Born: Sept. 20, 1969. Early years: Stiles was born in St. John's, N.L., and grew up on a small farm outside the city where her family raised goats, chickens and vegetables.
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