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12/23/2025

Lansing, MI - Friends Community News Group, December 23, 2025, 2:50 a.m. ET - A federal appeals court has blocked enforcement of Michigan’s ban on conversion therapy for minors, ruling that the law likely violates free-speech protections under the U.S. Constitution.

In a 2–1 decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit granted a preliminary injunction that prevents Michigan from enforcing the law while a legal challenge proceeds.

The ruling came after religious organizations and a licensed therapist argued the statute unlawfully restricts what counselors may say to their clients.

The Michigan law, passed in 2023 by the Democratic-controlled Legislature and signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, prohibits licensed mental health professionals from providing “conversion therapy” to minors. The practice is defined as counseling intended to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. Violations could result in professional discipline and fines.

Writing for the majority, Judge Raymond Kethledge said the law appears to regulate speech based on viewpoint, allowing certain counseling messages while prohibiting others. Such restrictions, he wrote, are likely unconstitutional under the First Amendment.

The lawsuit challenging the ban was brought by Catholic Charities of Jackson, Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties and a Lansing-area therapist, who argued the law interferes with faith-based counseling and conversations between therapists and their clients.

In a dissent, Judge Rachel Bloomekatz said the court should have allowed the law to remain in effect while lower courts more fully examined the state’s arguments, noting that conversion therapy has been widely condemned by major medical organizations as harmful to LGBTQ+ youth.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said she was disappointed by the ruling and called conversion therapy “a discredited and dangerous practice.” Her office said it is reviewing the decision and considering next steps.

The ruling temporarily halts Michigan’s enforcement of the ban but does not resolve the case. The challenge now returns to lower court, and the outcome could be influenced by a pending U.S. Supreme Court case involving a similar law in Colorado.

Michigan is among more than 20 states that have enacted bans on conversion therapy for minors. Supporters of such laws cite research linking the practice to higher rates of depression and su***de attempts among young people, while opponents argue the bans infringe on free speech and religious liberty.

By: Liam Anderson

12/23/2025

Lansing, MI - Friends Community News Group, December 23, 2025, 1 a.m. ET - Michigan’s Home Energy Rebates Program is helping residents lower energy bills and upgrade their homes with federal funding, state officials said, as thousands of households take advantage of new rebates for energy-efficient improvements.

The program, run by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), uses approximately $210 million in funding from the federal Inflation Reduction Act to offer rebates for home energy efficiency and electrification upgrades. Rebates help offset the cost of projects like insulation, air sealing, heat pumps and energy-efficient appliances for both homeowners and renters.

The Michigan Home Energy Rebates Program, also called MiHER, combines two major rebate streams:
Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) for comprehensive energy efficiency improvements, with households eligible for rebates up to $20,000.

Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) for high-efficiency electric technologies and appliances, with rebates up to $14,000.

Together, participating households may qualify for up to $34,000 in total rebates.

To participate, residents must apply through the official MiHER portal and be accepted into the program. Once accepted, applicants select a preapproved MiHER contractor to perform a home energy assessment and complete eligible upgrades before rebate payments are made directly to the contractor.

Michigan residents can begin the application process and learn more at: https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/materials-management/energy/rfps-loans/home-energy-rebate-programs/get-rebate

According to EGLE’s recent reporting, more than 11,000 Michigan families have already participated and seen reduced utility bills after receiving rebates and completing energy efficiency projects. Rebates also aim to improve comfort and indoor air quality for households across the state.

Officials said the program prioritizes low- and moderate-income households, particularly those earning at or below 80% of their county’s area median income, although all Michigan residents can apply.

The statewide rollout of MiHER began in spring 2025 after pilot operations in late 2024. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and EGLE officials have emphasized that the initiative not only helps families save on energy costs but also stimulates economic activity by supporting local contractors and energy-related jobs.

EGLE plans outreach efforts to help eligible residents apply and maximize their savings, including online resources and customer service support. Households with questions about the application can call 855-510-7080 for assistance through the MiHER program.

Michigan residents can follow the steps below to obtain a home energy rebate. We are currently accepting applications from low-to-moderate-income residents across the state.

12/23/2025

UPDATE - AT LEAST 5 DECEASED, 2 INJURED, 1 MISSING

Galveston, Texas - Friends Community News Group, December 23, 2025, 12:30 a.m. A Mexican Navy medical support plane crashed into Galveston Bay Monday afternoon, killing at least five people, leaving one missing and injuring two others, officials said, triggering a multi-agency response and an ongoing investigation.

The twin-engine Beechcraft Super King Air 350 aircraft was transporting eight people — four members of the Mexican Navy and four civilians, including a pediatric patient being flown for specialized medical care — when it went down near the Galveston Causeway about 3:17 p.m. Monday.

Mexico’s Secretariat of the Navy released the names of the five people confirmed dead and said one crew member remained missing and presumed dead late Monday. Two others survived the crash and were pulled from the water; their conditions were not immediately disclosed, authorities said.

Among the confirmed deceased were several Mexican naval personnel and civilians connected with a nonprofit organization that helps transport children with severe burns to Shriners Children’s Hospital in Galveston, according to Mexican officials.

At least one of the fatalities was a young child, authorities said, underscoring the tragedy of the crash.

Emergency crews from the U.S. Coast Guard, Galveston Police Department, Galveston County Sheriff’s Office, and the Texas Department of Public Safety responded to the scene amid heavy fog and reduced visibility that day, which officials said may have been a factor in the crash.

Local resident Sky Decker, a professional yacht captain, jumped into the bay to aid rescuers and pulled a survivor from the wreckage, according to local reports.

The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board were also on site to assist with the investigation into the cause of the crash, authorities said.

Mexican officials said the aircraft was on a medical mission coordinated with the Michou y Mau Foundation, a nonprofit that arranges transport for children with severe burns to receive critical care in the United States.

The crash occurred in waters just a few feet deep near the Galveston Causeway bridge, linking Galveston Island to the mainland.

Authorities continue to search for the missing crew member and recover wreckage from the site. The FAA and NTSB are leading technical efforts to determine what caused the aircraft to go down, while local officials urged the public to avoid the area to allow first responders to work safely.

By: Liam Anderson
Photo: Wreckage of plane

12/23/2025

BREAKING - Trump Unveils New Battleship Class; Proposed USS Defiant Will Be Largest U.S. Surface Combatant Since WWII

Washington, DC - Friends Community News Group, December 22, 2025, 11 p.m. ET - President Donald Trump on Monday announced that the United States will pursue construction of a new class of large Navy warships he dubbed “Trump-class” battleships as part of a broader effort to expand American maritime power and reform naval shipbuilding.

Trump made the announcement at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, flanked by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Navy Secretary John Phelan, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. He said the new vessels will be built under a concept he called the “Golden Fleet.”

The initiative calls for the immediate start of construction on two of the new battleships, with plans to expand to between 20 and 25 ships in the coming years. The first of the proposed vessels is expected to be named the USS Defiant.

“These will be the fastest, the biggest, and by far more powerful than any battleship ever built,” Trump said, describing the vessels as central to his vision of maintaining U.S. naval dominance.

Navy Secretary Phelan stated that the Trump-class ships would be larger than most current surface combatants, displacing approximately 30,000 to 40,000 tons, and would be equipped with advanced weapons systems, including hypersonic missiles, high-powered lasers, and potentially nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise missiles.

“These new battleships will form the centerpiece of the Golden Fleet and provide dominant firepower and decisive advantage,” the Navy said in a statement after Trump’s announcement.

Trump’s announcement represents a shift in naval strategy, reviving interest in heavily armed surface warships more reminiscent of World War II-era battleships than the modern focus on aircraft carriers, submarines, and smaller surface combatants. U.S. battleships were last decommissioned decades ago, and the Navy’s current fleet centers on carriers, destroyers, and littoral combat ships.

Administration officials said building the Trump-class vessels will involve shipyards across multiple U.S. states, creating jobs and investing in domestic industrial capacity. They described the program as a way to reassert American naval leadership amid rising global competition.

Critics have raised questions about the feasibility, cost, and strategic value of reviving battleship-style surface combatants, noting that modern naval doctrine has increasingly favored aircraft carriers and submarines for power projection and deterrence. Some weapons systems touted by the White House, such as railguns, are still in development and face technical challenges.

The Pentagon has not yet released a cost estimate for the new Trump-class program or a detailed timeline for construction beyond Trump’s comments that the first ships could begin to be built soon. Lawmakers in Congress will likely play a key role in funding and authorizing the initiative.

By: Liam Anderson

12/22/2025

BREAKING - Going Going... Gone
Henderson, MI - Friends Community News Group, December 22, 2025, 5 p.m. ET - The Iconic and Historic Dedic's Bar and Grill is only a memory.

The once-popular bar and restaurant had been closed for a few years. In its heyday, it was known for its Friday Fish Fries. In the 18-year-old drinking days, the place was known as a happening place. Once the dinner crowd left, the bands would set up, and the place would be packed with 18-year-olds to 28-year-olds with a sizeable disposable income.

The new owners had planned to turn it into a speakeasy. The new owners stated it was in too bad shape and they were going to tear it down and build new.

By: Tom Manke.
Photo: Dedic's Bar.

12/22/2025

It is possible that Greenland, with a population of less than 60k, Could Become A U.S. State or Territory in one or Two Generations... If America Learns From Others.

Washington, DC - Friends Community News Group, December 22, 2025, 4:00 p.m. ET - U.S. President Donald Trump’s appointment of Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland has drawn angry rebukes from Denmark and Greenlandic officials. Still, advocates argue the move could deepen ties between the United States and the vast Arctic territory, potentially bringing greater economic opportunity and prosperity to the island’s roughly 56,700 residents.

Greenland, the world’s largest island with a population of approximately 57,000 people, is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, responsible for its domestic affairs. At the same time, Denmark retains control over foreign policy and defense — a relationship that many critics argue leaves Nuuk dependent on Copenhagen for funding and international representation.

U.S. Interest Could Bring Economic Benefits
Supporters of Trump’s envoy appointment argue that it creates a platform for expanded cooperation, which could help Greenland diversify its economy beyond its heavy reliance on fishing and Danish subsidies. Greenland’s economy depends on fishing exports and substantial financial backing from Denmark, which contributes roughly half of the territory’s government revenue — a situation some argue limits the island’s economic independence.

Closer U.S.–Greenland ties could stimulate investment in infrastructure, mining, and tourism, sectors with significant growth potential given Greenland’s vast natural resources, including rare-earth minerals, uranium, and potential oil and gas reserves. Advocates argue that this could create jobs, improve living standards, and reduce dependence on external subsidies.

Proponents also note that existing defense cooperation — such as the U.S. military’s presence at Thule Air Base — could be expanded to include scientific, educational, and business partnerships that benefit local Greenlanders. A stronger U.S. economic role, they argue, might lead to new markets for Greenlandic products and increased tourism, thereby boosting revenues and regional development.

“We cannot achieve prosperity without diversifying our economic base,” one Arctic policy analyst said. “Expanded U.S. engagement could help unlock Greenland’s potential while respecting its autonomy.” (Commentary based on expert analysis on Arctic cooperation)
Diplomatic Sensitivities and Danish Influence
The envoy appointment has caused a frosty diplomatic reaction from Denmark, which insists that Greenland’s territorial integrity as part of the Danish realm must be respected and that any changes in sovereignty or international role should be decided by Greenlanders themselves. Danish and Greenlandic leaders have emphasized that external pressure — particularly regarding U.S. ambitions — can erode trust.

While Greenland enjoys self-rule over many domestic matters, foreign policy is still administered mainly through Denmark, meaning Nuuk is inextricably tied to Copenhagen for international negotiation and representation. This dependency underscores the delicate balance Greenland must maintain between autonomy and external engagement.

Maybe this is tongue-in-cheek to a serious story; however, with a population of less than 60,000, the easiest way to sway opinion in Greenland is to learn from the Arab World how it has infiltrated S. E Michigan, and in many senses has not integrated into American society, or how the Samalies have done the same in Minnesota. And then copy that strategy by paying Americans to leave and resettle in Greenland. Have them have lots of kids. And in one or two generations, we would have the votes to create a new state. Now this may be stated tongue-in-cheek, yet we are witnessing the same strategy being implemented here by foreigners who have no inclination to assimilate.

By: Tom Manke
Photo: Greenland, a country that it would be possible to have become a future U.S. State,

12/22/2025

BREAKING - ALPENA MAN CUTS OFFICER - SHOT DEAD

Alpena Twp - Friends Community News Group, December 22, 2025, 3:00 p.m. ET - A man was fatally shot by police during a traffic stop in Northern Michigan after he pulled a knife and injured an officer, authorities said, prompting an investigation by state police.

The shooting occurred Monday in Alpena Township when officers from the Alpena Police Department and troopers with the Michigan State Police attempted to stop a vehicle reported stolen, according to officials.

During the stop, a 35-year-old man inside the vehicle became violent and pulled out a knife, cutting an Alpena police officer on the hand, police said. An officer then fired his weapon, striking the man.

The suspect was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His name was not immediately released, pending notification of next of kin.

The injured officer was also transported to a hospital for treatment. The injury was described as non-life-threatening, authorities said.

Michigan State Police said its Investigative Response Team and crime lab were called in to handle the investigation, which is standard procedure in officer-involved shootings. Two Alpena police officers involved in the incident were placed on paid administrative leave.

Officials said the incident happened on Grant Street near Lawn Street. No other injuries were reported.

Authorities have not released additional details about the events leading up to the shooting and said the investigation remains ongoing. Further information is expected to be released as it becomes available.

By: Liam Anderson

12/22/2025

BREAKING - BELL RINGER SHOT - KILLED AT KROGER.

Westland, MI - Friends Community News Group, December 22, 2025, 2:30 p.m. ET - A man has been charged with first-degree murder after authorities say he fatally shot a Salvation Army bell ringer outside a Kroger grocery store in Westland, Michigan, in an attack that stunned shoppers and the surrounding community during the holiday season.

Police identified the suspect as Rene Miguel Zambrana, 37, of Detroit. He is charged with first-degree premeditated murder and felony firearm in the shooting death of Alvin Leon Echols, 47, of Westland, according to prosecutors.

The shooting happened shortly before 6 p.m. Thursday outside the Kroger store on Ford Road, police said. Echols was standing near the entrance ringing a bell and collecting donations for the Salvation Army when Zambrana approached and fired multiple shots, striking him in the chest.

Echols managed to walk into the store before collapsing near the self-checkout area, police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators said the shooting was not random and that the suspect and victim were known to each other, though a motive has not been publicly detailed.

Zambrana fled the scene but was arrested several hours later without incident, authorities said.

Zambrana was arraigned in 18th District Court and pleaded not guilty. A judge denied bond. A probable cause conference is scheduled for Dec. 30, with a preliminary examination set for Jan. 8, according to court records.

Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy called the killing a “senseless act of violence,” noting that the victim was engaged in charitable work at the time of the shooting.

The Salvation Army said it was cooperating with law enforcement and providing support to the victim’s family.

The organization said it was reviewing safety procedures for bell ringers in the wake of the shooting.

Westland police said the investigation remains ongoing and urged anyone with information to contact authorities.

By: Liam Anderson
Suspect in Shooting Rene Miguel Zambrana. Stock image SA Kettle

12/22/2025

BREAKING OUT OF MINNESOTA - MAN SHOT IN THE LEG WHO POINTS A GUN AT POLICE

St Paul, Minnesota - Friends Community News Group, December 22, 2025, 2:00 p.m. ET - A man was shot and injured by police Sunday after he fled a traffic stop and pointed a handgun at officers on a St. Paul interstate ramp, authorities said, as investigators reviewed how the vehicle was remotely slowed during the pursuit.

The shooting happened shortly after 3 p.m. on the westbound ramp from Highway 52 to Interstate 94, according to the St. Paul Police Department. Officers had been alerted that a vehicle reported stolen in Minneapolis was traveling toward St. Paul.

Police said the vehicle was brought to a stop after General Motors remotely slowed it using built-in vehicle technology at the request of law enforcement.

Authorities stated that the driver and a female passenger then exited the vehicle and fled.

During the encounter, the male suspect pulled out a handgun and pointed it at officers, police said. Officers fired their weapons, striking the man once in the leg. He was taken to Regions Hospital with injuries that were not believed to be life-threatening. No officers or bystanders were injured.

The female passenger was located nearby and taken into custody, police said.

The shooting is being investigated by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, which is standard procedure in officer-involved shootings. Officers involved were wearing body-worn cameras, which were activated at the time of the incident. They were subsequently placed on administrative leave, police said.

Police said the vehicle was slowed using General Motors’ connected-vehicle technology, commonly known as OnStar, which allows law enforcement agencies to request assistance in locating or slowing a stolen vehicle during an active investigation.

Authorities said the process involves coordination between police and the automaker and is typically used in cases involving stolen vehicles to reduce the risk of high-speed chases. The system can gradually reduce engine power, allowing officers to safely stop a vehicle rather than engaging in a prolonged pursuit.

Law enforcement agencies across the country have increasingly utilized such technology in recent years, police said, describing it as a tool intended to enhance public safety and reduce the likelihood of crashes during pursuits.

Officials emphasized that the technology does not allow police to instantly shut off a moving vehicle.

The identities of the man who was shot and the passenger have not been released. Potential charges were not immediately announced.

Traffic on nearby interstate ramps was temporarily closed as officers investigated the scene. The investigation remains ongoing.

By: Tom Manke
Photo: Man shot in the leg by police at a traffic stop.

12/22/2025

BREAKING - More Craziness In Minnesota As Illegal Alien Bites ICE While Trying To Escape.

St Paul, Minnesota - Friends Community News Group, December 22, 2025, 1:30 p.m. ET - A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fired shots Sunday after a Cuban migrant rammed an SUV into two federal officers during an arrest attempt in St. Paul, then bit an agent while trying to escape on foot, authorities said.

The encounter began at an apartment complex when officers with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement approached Juan Carlos Romero, a Cuban national living in the United States without legal status, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

Officials said agents identified themselves and ordered Romero, who was inside an SUV, to roll down his window. He refused and then drove off, striking one agent. Authorities said he continued through the parking lot and crashed into an ICE vehicle, hitting a second agent.

An ICE officer fired shots during the confrontation. No one was struck by the gunfire, officials said.

After the SUV stopped, Romero ran from the scene. During a struggle outside the building, he bit one of the agents before being taken into custody, authorities said.

Both agents suffered injuries that were not life-threatening. The injured officers and Romero were taken to a hospital for evaluation, officials said.

Local officers responded to reports of shots fired and later confirmed the gunfire came from a federal agent, according to St. Paul Police Department. Federal authorities are leading the investigation.

The incident highlights the risks faced by immigration officers, who often make arrests in public and residential settings where suspects may attempt to flee or use vehicles as weapons, federal officials said.

Homeland Security officials said Romero entered the United States in 2024 through a temporary entry program that has since been discontinued. His potential charges and the status of his immigration case were not immediately released.

The shooting is under review following standard federal procedures. Further details were not immediately available.

By: Tom Manke
Photos: Google - Juan Carlos Romero allegedly driving his vehicle into an ICE vehicle and the look on his face after allegedly biting an ICE agent.

12/22/2025

BREAKING - Man dead, suspect in custody after early-morning shooting in Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI - Friends Community News Group, December 22, 2025, 4:20 a.m. ET - A man was killed early Sunday in a shooting on the city’s southeast side and police have taken a suspect into custody as the investigation continues, authorities said.

Officers from the Grand Rapids Police Department responded just after 1:30 a.m. to reports of gunfire in the area of Southeast Lafayette Avenue and Sycamore Street.

They found a man with life-threatening gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a hospital, where he later died, police said.

A person of interest was taken into custody around 3:30 a.m., according to police. Authorities have not publicly identified the victim or the person in custody, and no formal charges had been announced as of early Monday. The Grand Rapids Police Major Case Team is leading the investigation, and detectives are asking anyone with information to contact the department or Silent Observer.

Police did not immediately release a motive or additional details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting, and said the case remains active.

This incident adds to a year marked by elevated gun violence in the city. In a separate case earlier this month, police announced charges against an 18-year-old man in a November shooting that left another man dead. That case was considered the city’s 13th homicide of the year.

No further details have been released by the police department as of 4 a.m. Monday. Investigators continue to work to determine what led to the shooting.

By: Liam Anderson

12/22/2025

BREAKING - Michigan Cannabis Community Optimistic With Trump's Executive Order Regarding Cannabis.

Lansing, MI - Friends Community News Group, December 22, 2025, 2:00 a.m. ET - Since 1970, when Cannabis was made federally illegal, presidents have come and gone who identified as being liberal and pushing far-left ideology, yet not one would do anything to help shift the dialogue on Ma*****na. That is, until today, when Donald Trump, a conservative, has opened up the dialogue by reclassifying Cannabis. No, he didn't legalize it, but he opened up the doors. The Left, instead of giving Trump any credit for doing something Clinton, Obama, and Biden wouldn't touch, instead continue to throw insults.

The industry, though, is happy.

A recent shift in national cannabis policy is drawing optimistic responses from Michigan’s ma*****na industry, with business owners and experts saying the change could ease long-standing federal obstacles to banking, investment, research, and profitability.

Last week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the federal government to reclassify ma*****na from a Schedule I controlled substance — a category that includes drugs with no recognized medical use and high potential for abuse — to Schedule III, a designation shared by certain prescription drugs with accepted medical use.

The change, while not legalizing ma*****na at the federal level, marks a significant shift in U.S. drug policy and is seen by many in the cannabis industry as a step toward reducing regulatory barriers that have long hampered legal w**d businesses, including those in Michigan’s robust market.

Michigan cannabis operators have struggled for years with limited access to banking services and traditional financial institutions because federal prohibition made financial institutions wary of serving ma*****na-related businesses.

Under the new federal classification, businesses may face less regulatory risk from federal anti-drug enforcement, which experts believe could make banks and credit unions more willing to open accounts, offer loans, and provide investment services to state-licensed cannabis companies.

“This change doesn’t legalize cannabis federally,” said a financial industry analyst, “but it reduces perceived legal risk and could encourage more financial institutions to work with licensed operators, improving their access to capital.”

Tax relief and business growth prospects
In addition to potential banking relief, reclassification is expected to mitigate the impact of Internal Revenue Code Section 280E. This federal tax provision currently prohibits ma*****na businesses from deducting ordinary operating expenses, such as payroll and rent. Industry observers say removing that restriction — likely once Schedule III status is fully implemented next year — could result in significant savings for growers, processors, and retailers, freeing up capital for reinvestment.

For many Michigan operators, the potential for tax relief and easier financing comes at a pivotal moment for growth. Michigan’s regulated cannabis market has expanded rapidly since the legalization of adult-use sales, contributing hundreds of millions of dollars in tax revenue and supporting thousands of jobs statewide.

The rescheduling is also expected to expand opportunities for scientific and medical research, a shift welcomed by researchers and public health advocates. Schedule I status has historically made it more difficult for academic institutions to conduct federally sanctioned studies into the therapeutic benefits and effects of cannabis, including potential treatments for pain, anxiety, and neurological conditions.

“This will make it far easier to conduct ma*****na-related medical research,” said a professor from a Michigan medical school, noting that the change could lead to new insights into both benefits and risks.

Michigan cannabis business owners have greeted the announcement mainly with enthusiasm, even as some caution that full federal legalization and broader banking reform — such as passage of the Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act — would be necessary to fully normalize the industry’s financial relationships.

State regulators are reviewing the executive order and urging federal agencies to collaborate with states to develop “clear guidance and thoughtful implementation” that addresses obstacles such as banking, taxation, and social equity.

While the benefits of reclassification will not materialize immediately, many in Michigan’s cannabis sector view the policy shift as a milestone that could help their businesses become more competitive, better financed, and more integrated into the broader economy.

By: Tom Manke
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