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May 14 2025POLITICS

Standing Up Against Campus Antisemitism

The Trump administration has stepped into a legal battle involving a Jewish professor. The professor, Leah Garrett, works at CUNY's Hunter College. She claims that she faced a hostile work environment due to antisemitic protests on campus. These protests happened after the Hamas attacks on Israel in

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May 14 2025POLITICS

The Hidden Dangers of Federal School Choice Programs

The recent victory in Texas marked a significant milestone in the school choice movement. President Trump's push for school choice has led to the largest expansion in U. S. history. However, there are concerns about the potential pitfalls of federal involvement in education. Some proposals, like the

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May 14 2025POLITICS

Why Expanding the Child Tax Credit Could Be a Game-Changer for American Families

The end of tax season and the start of the federal budget reconciliation process present a significant chance for Congress to boost support for millions of American families. This opportunity comes in the form of expanding and strengthening the Child Tax Credit. With many families struggling to cove

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May 14 2025POLITICS

Washington Finally Takes Action on AI

The U. S. Congress has finally taken a significant step towards addressing the risks posed by artificial intelligence. The recent approval of the TAKE IT DOWN Act is a clear sign that lawmakers are starting to take AI-related issues seriously. This law aims to curb the spread of non-consensual intim

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May 14 2025POLITICS

The 2024 Election: A Clash of Claims and Confusion

A well-known American living abroad has made a bold statement. She believes that the 2024 U. S. presidential election was manipulated. This person is Rosie O'Donnell. She is convinced that the current president, Trump, is the best person to prove his own wrongdoing. She finds it strange that Trump c

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May 14 2025POLITICS

Swimming in Trouble: The Surprising Choice of a Health Official

The recent Mother's Day outing of a prominent health official and his family has sparked quite a stir. The outing involved a swim in a creek known for its pollution. The creek is located in Washington, D. C. , and is infamous for its high levels of bacteria and other harmful pathogens. The Nation

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May 14 2025POLITICS

SNAP Benefits: Major Changes Ahead

House Republicans have put forward a big budget plan. This plan wants to make President Trump's tax cuts permanent. To do this, they want to cut spending on important programs like SNAP and Medicaid. SNAP helps millions of low-income people buy groceries. The plan aims to cut $300 billion from these

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May 14 2025POLITICS

Kennedy's Health Agenda: What's Next for the New Secretary?

The new health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , is gearing up for his first big test in the Senate. This will not be a walk in the park. He has a lot to prove, especially to those who have doubts about his views on vaccines. Kennedy has been in the job for a few months now, and his actions have al

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May 14 2025POLITICS

How Intelligent People Get Drawn into Conspiracy Theories

Many people assume that only those who are not well-informed or struggling with mental health issues get caught up in conspiracy theories. However, research shows that even highly intelligent individuals can fall into these traps. This is a pervasive issue that affects people from all walks of lif

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May 14 2025POLITICS

The Middle East Money Maze

The Trump family's financial footprint in the Middle East has grown significantly since the start of the first term. This growth includes numerous projects, such as luxury skyscrapers, golf courses, and even cryptocurrency ventures. The president's upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE

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