This week, students at the University of Missouri, angry about the school's indifference to racist incidents on campus, forced the resignation of the anthropomorphic shrug emoticon that had managed to become the school’s president. What next? Meanwhile, in Milwaukee, the GOP met for their fourth debate and, it didn't end in tears and angry remonstrations like the last debate -- but are we any closer to a candidate? Finally, it was a big week for the Fight for $15 movement, with their fast food strike earning them a place at the GOP debate. It wasn't a good week for those who want to close Guantanamo Bay prison, with Congress once again throwing barriers in front of one of President Obama's oldest campaign promises. We'll figure out what happens next.

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