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BBC

Bbc: Mass Student Protests in Colombia

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the mass protests occurring in Colombia concerning the policies of President Juan Manuel Santos. (April 7, 2011)
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BBC

Bbc: Mid East Unrest: Syrian Protests in Damascus and Aleppo

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the beginning of the protests in Syria during which the masses called for democratic reforms and the release of political prisoners. Links to related articles are featured. (March 15, 2011)
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The Guardian

Guardian: Syrians Plan 'No Kneeling' Day of Demonstrations

For Students 9th - 10th
Guardian correspondent Ian Black discusses the mass demonstrations occurring in Syria against the Syrian government and its deadly raids. (August 12, 2011)
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: The Historic Women's Suffrage March on Washington

For Students 9th - 10th
On March 3, 1913, after months of strategic planning and controversy, thousands of women gathered in Washington D.C. for the Women's Suffrage Parade- the first mass protest for a woman's right to vote. Michelle Mehrtens details how the...