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A grave robber in the 40's dug up 25 Native Americans. Then, the robber died, and his brother was left with the remains. The brother dropped them off at Western Colorado University, where they've sat for over 70 years. But maybe not for long - a professor is trying to get the lost souls back to their tribe.

Rethink the news: Reducing news to hard lines and side-taking leaves a lot of the story untold. Progress comes from challenging what we hear and considering different views.

Americans concerned with the strength of their democracy would do well to look at lessons from around the world. One is a warning: It often erodes before it collapses. Another is hopeful: It has the potential for regrowth.

Western Illinois University alumna and Iowa Teacher of the Year Sara Russell recalls the many opportunities to not only learn new concepts and ideas through her courses at WIU, but the interactions with peers she shared from all walks of life.