BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION

Jun 10 2025POLITICS

A Surprising Shift in GOP Wage Policies

A significant change is brewing in the political landscape. A conservative senator from Missouri, Josh Hawley, is pushing for a raise in the federal minimum wage. This move places him in an unexpected alliance with some of the most liberal members of Congress. The proposed legislation, named the "Higher Wages for American Workers Act, " aims to increase the federa...

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May 20 2025POLITICS

The Hidden Dangers: How Big Tech is Failing Our Kids

Big Tech companies have been putting profits ahead of children's safety for years. They have been exposing kids to harmful content, such as bullying, drugs, and sexual exploitation. Why? Because making their platforms safer would eat into their profits. This is a big problem. It's not just about Meta, the company behind Instagram. In 2019, Instagram actually suggest...

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Apr 04 2025POLITICS

Congress Steps Up to Challenge Trump's Tariffs

The political scene in Washington is heating up as lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are considering ways to curb President Trump's tariff policies. The recent tariffs on Canada have sparked a wave of action, with Republicans and Democrats alike exploring legislative moves to limit the president's power. The Senate has already made a bold move by voting to reve...

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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

Why School Safety Matters: A Look at New Laws

Kids should feel safe at school, right? Unfortunately, many students worry about their safety due to increasing violence and mental health issues. A new law called the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act aims to change that. Passed after the Uvalde school shooting, this law wants to reduce violence and keep students safe. The law has two main parts. First, it wants sch...

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