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Tico Times: Letters to the Editor (Jan. 18, 2019)

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Addressing electric trains in Costa Rica, edible straws and protecting the environment.
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Tico Times: Letters to the Editor (Jan. 11, 2019)

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Addressing Central American immigration, the indigenous community in Costa Rica, and the value of lifeguards.
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Tico Times: Letters to the Editor (Dec. 28, 2018)

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Addressing gender violence, the value of lifeguards and more.
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Tico Times: Letters to the Editor (Dec. 21, 2018)

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Immigration is a human right, understanding a secular state and more.
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‘It happened to me’: Scammed in Costa Rica

Alejandro Zúñiga -
In a Letter to the Editor, one person attempts to break down the tactics that were used in a telephone scam against her.
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Costa Rica Pride

Inside Costa Rica’s Pride

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Why this year's march was particularly important.
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We need to take a second look at our assumptions about gay marriage

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The study of history and even casual observation clearly confirm that LGBTQ people are important contributing members of society.
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Why we’re marching for a secular state

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Yo sí quiero un estado laico (I do want a secular state) is a collective that deeply believes that religion and the state should...
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Giving Back

Osa Peninsula organization promotes human development, conservation

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Randall Ureña, who works with a community development organization in Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, gives us a glimpse inside the group's work on the ground.
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Environment & Wildlife

Barrio Amón plans Earth Day celebration to benefit Isla Chira

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An Earth Day celebration in Barrio Amón seeks to benefit a recycling initiative on Isla Chira.
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