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Why the fight to overturn injustices of “Jim Crow juries” isn’t over

Some people in Louisiana are fighting for new trials after being convicted under so-called “Jim Crow juries.” Up until just a few years ago, people accused of a crime in the state could be convicted without a unanimous jury decision. Wesley Lowery joined “CBSN AM” with a preview of his new 60 Minutes+ report on the issue. Source

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Texas Republicans renew efforts to pass voting bill

Republican lawmakers in Texas are expected to advance a controversial voting bill Thursday. Democrats say the measure will limit people’s ability to vote. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal joined Christina Ruffini from the state capitol in Austin on “CBSN AM” to discuss the contentious debate. Source

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Lorde on her new album, finding her own spot in the pop world

Anthony Mason interviews 24-year-old singer-songwriter Lorde at NYC’s famed Electric Lady Studio where she recorded her third album with Jack Antonoff. They talk about her new music, needing a break, finding her own niche in music, synesthesia and finding inspiration in New Zealand’s cicadas. Source

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Eye Opener: Up to 1,500 Americans remain in Afghanistan

Up to 1,500 U.S. citizens remain in Afghanistan, and overnight, the U.S. Embassy warned Americans to stay away from the Kabul airport. Also, four new wildfires have erupted in California, and evacuations are underway. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source

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