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Dylan Matthews

Dylan Matthews

Former Senior Correspondent and Lead Writer

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    Vox Sentences: A Nigerian president lost reelection for the first time everVox Sentences: A Nigerian president lost reelection for the first time ever
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    That and more in our daily news roundup.

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    Why a pro-same-sex-marriage law professor supports Indiana’s religious freedom lawWhy a pro-same-sex-marriage law professor supports Indiana’s religious freedom law
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    It won’t hurt gay people, Douglas Laycock says — and it will protect religious minorities.

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    Vox Sentences: The debate about Indiana’s religious freedom law, explainedVox Sentences: The debate about Indiana’s religious freedom law, explained
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    That and more in our daily news roundup.

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    What liberals could learn from Ted Cruz’s flat taxWhat liberals could learn from Ted Cruz’s flat tax
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    It’s actually a sales tax — and therein lies the magic.

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    Vox Sentences: Harry Reid’s legacyVox Sentences: Harry Reid’s legacy
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    That and more in our daily news roundup.

    By Dylan Matthews
    Culture
    9 questions about furries you were too embarrassed to ask9 questions about furries you were too embarrassed to ask
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    No, it’s not about having sex in animal costumes.

    By Dylan Matthews
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    Today’s worst idea: Elizabeth Warren for Senate Democratic leaderToday’s worst idea: Elizabeth Warren for Senate Democratic leader
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    Warren could do much more for her agenda if she doesn’t take the promotion.

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    Vox Sentences: Bombs over YemenVox Sentences: Bombs over Yemen
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    That and more in our daily news roundup.

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    Here’s what House Republicans’ balanced budget plan actually doesHere’s what House Republicans’ balanced budget plan actually does
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    It boosts defense spending and includes massive cuts to programs for the poor.

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