POLITICS

Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Woke or Not: Where Do We Stand?

Are we truly done with the era of "wokeness"? Some people think so, especially after certain election results. They believe we've moved past the days of endless debates about topics like whether women can have penises, or if being fat is healthy. But is it really that simple? Many institutions, fro

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

How Marc Elias's Legal Move Boosted Trump

In March, a significant change in campaign finance rules happened, thanks to a petition from Democratic lawyer Marc Elias. The Federal Election Commission (FEC) allowed political campaigns and outside political action committees (PACs) to work together on canvassing efforts to get out the vote. This

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

“Unsung Hero: Larry DiCara's Story in a New Light”

In the bustling city of Boston, a new documentary shines light on Larry DiCara, a former city councilor who many argue was the city’s best mayor that Boston never elected. Co-produced by Tim McTaggart, the film explores DiCara’s political career during the 1970s and 1980s, a time of significant chan

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Wrestling CEO Takes On Education: A Unique Choice

Imagine this: a wrestling CEO is now in charge of the Department of Education. That's right, Linda McMahon, who rose to fame in the wrestling world, is now at the helm of education. Unlike typical educators, she doesn't have a degree in education. In fact, her degree is in French, not education. So,

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Syria's Kids: A Decade of War, a Lifetime of Loss

Imagine growing up in a war zone. That's the reality for many Syrian kids. After 14 years of civil war, about half of Syrian school-age children are out of school, Save the Children reported. That's over 3. 7 million kids! The war has also left them in desperate need of food and psychological help.

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Politics and Pop Culture in 2024: Words That Defined the Year

2024 was a year filled with unique words and phrases that shaped politics and pop culture. From "joy" to "demure, " these terms not only caught our attention but also reflected deeper societal trends. For instance, Democrats tried to make "joy" their campaign slogan, but it didn't resonate with vote

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

How Jimmy Carter's Image Changed Over Time

Jimmy Carter, the 39th U. S. President, has seen his public image shift dramatically over the years. When he left office in 1981, Americans were split on his presidency and many disliked him personally. They criticized his leadership, especially during tough times like the energy crisis and the Iran

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

The Immigration Shocker: Trump Picks Tech Over MAGA

So, here's a twist. Donald Trump, the guy who promised to protect American jobs, just sided with tech billionaires like Elon Musk on immigration. Yep, you heard it right. He's now all for those H-1B visas that let foreign workers stay in the US. This after his supporters, the MAGA crowd, were up in

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

DC's Top Prosecutor Steps Down After Hunter Biden Case

Matthew Graves, the U. S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, is stepping down from his post. His resignation comes amidst controversy surrounding his handling of cases, particularly the one involving Hunter Biden. Graves decided not to press charges against Hunter Biden for tax evasion, despite

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Remembering Jimmy Carter: A Life of Service and Humanitarianism

In 1977, Jim Wieser, the Lake County Democratic Party Chairman, found himself in an unexpected encounter with President Jimmy Carter. While attending a conference in Washington D. C. , Wieser and other officials were surprised when the lights came on after a movie, revealing Carter himself. The pres

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