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Obama on 60 Minutes: DADT Repeal a Signature Achievement
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The apparel company filed a lawsuit against the activist in a California federal court earlier this week. It's seeking $1 in damages.

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Opinion: "While the obstacles we face may be significant, Lenacapavir represents a monumental breakthrough in the fight against HIV/AIDS, one we can not afford to squander," write Dr. Kelly Gebo and Dr. Amanda Castel.