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Although progress has been made in the 43 years since his death, activists still pursue Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream of racial equality as Austin residents celebrated his life and work Monday at an annual march.

In declaring July ice cream month, President Ronald Reagan cited nutritional benefits, and said it should be observed with "appropriate ceremonies and activities." Americans eat more ice cream than anyone else in the world — on average 20 quarts a year.

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Wednesday, March 24, 6 p.m., LBJ Auditorium. Evan Smith, CEO and editor-in-chief of the "Texas Tribune," will interview the Honorable James A.

Baker III, former secretary of state, as part of the 2009-2010 Perspectives Series. The two plan to discuss international relations and, more recently, Baker's endorsement of Kay Bailey Hutchison for Texas governor.

James A. Baker III has served in senior government positions under three U.S. presidents. He served as the nation's 61st secretary of state from January 1989 through August 1992 under President George H.W.

Bush.

President Obama’s “approval rating” fell below 50% for the first time in the Gallup Daily Tracking Poll on Tuesday.

A dust up between press secretary Robert Gibbs and Fox News’ Major Garrett resulted in this comment from Gibbs:

Not unless the White House is making up its own “protocol” as Obama cruises through his latest road trip.