Downtown Chicago was filled with chaos Sunday as protesters marched their way toward McCormick Place, the location of the NATO summit. Police had been concerned about the possibilities of the protest for months and were prepared to take on the political activists. The rally was one of the largest demonstrations Chicago has seen in years. [...]
Obama Announces $3 Billion in Pledges to Combat Hunger in Africa
May 18, 2012 | Posted by
On Friday President Barack Obama reiterated the United States’ commitment to help combat hunger on the continent of Africa. Obama announced $3 billion in private sector pledges aimed at boosting agricultural and food production in Africa. The president also ensured that the U.S. and other nations would continue to invest in development. The announcement marked [...]
