Imagine a country where more than half of all counties rely on government aid for a significant portion of their income. This might sound like a generous safety net, but it also raises questions about self-reliance and the future of our economy. In the past, politicians like Mitt Romney have pointe
Since 2010, billionaires have had a significant influence on U.S. politics due to the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision. This ruling allowed for virtually unlimited campaign spending. While both Democrats and Republicans have billionaire supporters, Republicans generally have an edge. Accordi
Many people believe that Donald Trump was a good president. But is that true? Let's take a closer look at his record. First, the economy. Trump left the U.S. with a huge deficit, the largest in history. He cut taxes and spent a lot, leaving a debt that our kids and grandkids will have to pay off. T
Ever wondered about the countries in the Middle East and how they were created? Let's talk about Lebanon. Once a vibrant place with Beirut, the 'Paris of the Middle East,' it's now facing serious issues. The problem started when the Maronite Christians, handed power after World War I, included Musli
Back in 1976, during a summer that felt like history coming to life, I had the chance to meet Ethel Kennedy. This was no ordinary summer; it was the Bicentennial, and I was an intern on Capitol Hill. Our nation's capital was buzzing with stars and influencers, from Elizabeth Taylor to Vice President
Former Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has left the door open for a possible return to politics. Now the president of the NCAA, Baker recently spoke at the UMass Club about his new role. When asked about a potential comeback in politics, he replied that he wouldn't rule anything out. Baker, kno
In the heat of the election season, Rep. Colin Allred (D-TX) is pushing back against Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) over ads that criticize his voting record on LGBT legislation. Cruz has been running ads suggesting that Allred supports legislation allowing transgender women, who are biologically male, to use
Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign is trying to stay out of the spotlight after CBS News edited her answers from a "60 Minutes" interview. In a preview on "Face the Nation," Harris gave a long, winding answer to a question about US influence on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. However,
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis had some strong words for Vice President Kamala Harris after she criticized his response to Hurricane Milton. DeSantis insisted that Harris doesn't understand how to handle natural disasters and accused her of playing politics. He pointed out that Harris has no role in
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are both out campaigning in crucial states today. Harris is in Nevada and Arizona, while Trump is in Michigan. Despite Hurricane Milton making landfall in Florida, neither has shifted their plans. They're trying to win over voters in sta
