POLITICS

Nov 06 2024POLITICS

What's Up with Political Info on Social Media?

Ever wondered what people who don't follow any political parties see on social media during elections? You might think they're getting a mix of views, but that's not the case. A study found that these folks, let's call them "political outsiders, " mainly see posts from a few political parties. It's

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Californians Eyeing Escape Abroad Due to Election Worries

It seems like more and more Californians are looking to move overseas because they're fed up with the political climate in the U. S. A recent report by the Los Angeles Times revealed that there's been a surge in Americans, particularly from California, searching for ways to leave the country. Expert

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Trump's Social Media Stock Surges on Election Day

As the nation cast their votes on Election Day, shares of Trump Media & Technology Group, the company behind social media platform Truth Social, saw a significant boost. On Tuesday, the stock price jumped by 15%, starting the day at $37. 52 and touching a high of $40. 74 before settling around $39.

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Marijuana's Mixed Results: A Look at Election Day's Ballot Measures

On Election Day, voters across the U. S. weighed in on a variety of issues, with some states deciding on controversial topics like marijuana and voting rights. Florida missed the mark on legalizing recreational marijuana, despite a hefty campaign backed by the state's largest medical marijuana opera

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Oakland's New City Council: Who's Leading the Way?

As the first batch of votes rolled in, five candidates took an early lead in Oakland's City Council races. Rowena Brown, Zac Unger, Carroll Fife, Noel Gallo, and Ken Houston were ahead, with Ryan Richardson leading the race for city attorney. The contests centered on crucial issues like crime, polic

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Voters Oust Progressive DA, Opt for Tougher Stance in LA

In a surprising turn of events, Los Angeles has ousted its progressive District Attorney, George Gascon. The former U. S. Assistant Attorney General, Nathan Hochman, won the election by promising to take a tougher stance on crime. Hochman's victory reflects a growing concern among voters about publi

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Voters in LA Say Goodbye to Gascón

Election night brought a big change in Los Angeles County. District Attorney George Gascón, known for his progressive policies, was shown the door by voters. He got less than 40% of the vote, unable to stand up against former federal prosecutor Nathan Hochman's promise to clamp down on crime. Hochma

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Crypto Money in Politics: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

Last week, a crypto-focused political action committee (PAC) rolled out a bus tour across five key states, starting in Phoenix and Las Vegas. This PAC, known as Stand With Crypto, has been spending big bucks in the political arena, but not all their spending is as transparent as it seems. In Nevada

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Ohio Election: Crypto Community Celebrates Bernie Moreno's Senate Win

The crypto world is buzzing after businessman Bernie Moreno's surprise victory over Sen. Sherrod Brown in Ohio. The race was a test for crypto's political influence. Moreno, a car dealer-turned-blockchain entrepreneur, gained support from crypto fans who disliked Brown's tough stance on digital curr

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

America's Uncertain Future After Election Day

Last night, we didn't wake up to a clear winner of the presidential election. Instead, we found ourselves in a suspenseful wait. Why? A large number of voters still believe Donald Trump should lead the country, despite all the negative evidence. The race is tight, and neither candidate has a clear l

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