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- How D.C. became the capital of the ivory trade. [National Geographic]
- Howard University extends contract for President Wayne Frederick. [WBJ]
- A dispatch from outside the Capitol last night. [Splinter]
- Health officials in Maryland warn of increased snakebites. [NBC Washington]
- Still can’t believe this website is free. [Twitter]
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