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Wisconsin GOP candidate calls for ‘pitchforks and torches’
By Scott Bauer — September 6, 2022
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Tim Michels, Republican candidate for Wisconsin governor endorsed by Donald Trump, is calling for people to “get out on the streets with pitchforks and torches” in reaction to a story detailing his large donations to ant-abortion and church groups.
Police shooting of Jacob Blake prompts calls by faith leaders, governor for reform
By Adelle M. Banks — August 24, 2020
(RNS) — A Muslim group called for ‘immediate action’ against the officers involved in the shooting of the man Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers identified as Jacob Blake.
Texas officials urge Trump to act on FEMA funding for houses of worship
By Adelle M. Banks — September 21, 2017
(RNS) — Their request follows a Sept. 4 lawsuit against FEMA filed by three churches in the state that were damaged by Hurricane Harvey.
Michigan doctor believes US ready for first Muslim governor
By David Eggert — September 21, 2017
DETROIT (AP) — Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a 32-year-old liberal doctor in Detroit, is mounting a surprisingly robust bid to become the nation's first Muslim governor.
Indonesia Islamists urge ouster of Christian governor accused of blasphemy
By Reuters — February 20, 2017
(Reuters) More protests are planned against the governor, who is is running for re-election in a contest widely seen as a proxy battle for the next presidential election.
Indonesia court to proceed with blasphemy trial of Jakarta’s governor
By guest — December 27, 2016
(REUTERS) Jakarta's Christian governor is accused of insulting the Quran.
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