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Va. Gov. Northam insists he is not in racist photo, admits past 'mistakes' but says he won't resign "I am not either of those people" in a racist yearbook photo, Ralph Northam (D) said, a reversal after his apology Friday for "the decision I made to appear" in the photo. Northam alluded to other actions in his past, including darkening his face with shoe polish for a Michael Jackson costume in 1984. By Laura Vozzella and Gregory S. Schneider · Read more The Fix: Ralph Northam is done, whether he knows it or not Swift calls for his resignation, the context of the racist yearbook photo and other factors create a completely untenable situation. By Aaron Blake · Read more   Who is Justin Fairfax, Virginia's lieutenant governor? Fairfax, who is descended from slaves, would become Virginia's second black governor if Northam steps down. By Fenit Nirappil · Read more   Abortion rights advocates had a plan for 2019. Then came a Virginia controversy over late-term abortion. Last year, advocates said, roughly 100 bills that expanded reproductive rights were enacted in states. But an interview this week by Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam launched a fraught debate on the issue. By Annie Linskey and Ariana Eunjung Cha · Read more   Venezuela's opposition stages massive protests as Maduro suffers a military defection Tens of thousands of anti-government protesters rallied in a show of resolve and unity, escalating the campaign to drive President Nicolás Maduro from power. By Mariana Zuñiga, Anthony Faiola and Rachelle Kygier · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Retropolis | The Past, Rediscovered She made history as a Navy pilot. Now she's being honored by an all-female squadron at her funeral. Capt. Rosemary Mariner, who died Jan. 24, was the first female pilot to fly a tactical fighter jet and command an aviation squadron. By Steve Hendrix · Read more   Trump taps Ronny Jackson to receive promotion and be his top medical adviser, despite investigation Rear Adm. Ronny L. Jackson was nominated to be Veterans Affairs secretary until allegations against him emerged. By Dan Lamothe and Josh Dawsey · Read more   Capital Weather Gang | Perspective The groundhog says early spring, which would be nice if groundhogs could predict weather A meteorologist explains the true horror of the second day of the second month of the year. By Angela Fritz · Read more   Perspective Tony Romo, at ease in broadcast booth, tells us how hard being an NFL quarterback is The CBS commentator is the talk of Super Bowl week for his ability to distill the complex into terms fans understand. By Sally Jenkins · Read more   Party recipes and tips: Wings, chili and clever ways to keep the beer cold Go beyond making a pot of chili (or just use one of our chili recipes). By Kara Elder · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Super Bowl LIII prop bets: Print this sheet and play along Super Bowl squares are for squares. To really liven up your party, ask guests to fill out this quick prop bet quiz. By Washington Post Staff · Read more   Following U.S., Putin suspends nuclear pact, promises new weapons The Russian president ordered his military to start developing land-based missiles that could deliver nuclear warheads in the range prohibited by the treaty. By Anton Troianovski · Read more   TSA agent falls to death from hotel at Orlando airport, causing panic and lengthy delays Some travelers reported chaos after a loud noise was mistaken for a gunshot. It was unclear whether anyone else was injured. By Amy Wang · Read more   Post Reports | Listen Now For black boys who don't want to play in the NFL Matt Viser on what separates Cory Booker from the 2020 pack. Former New England Patriot Martellus Bennett on looking beyond sports for black boys. And Peter Holley on the trouble with an e-scooter getaway. By Washington Post Staff · Read more

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