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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

When the Government Labels Journalists as Criminals

A new government webpage has popped up, and it's got journalists on edge. Dubbed \Media Offenders, \ this site lets the public report journalists and news outlets they think are biased or spreading lies. Over 50 journalists have already been labeled as offenders, and this isn't just regular criticis

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Nov 30 2025OPINION

Student Loans and Health Care: A Growing Crisis

The Department of Education's new rules are causing a stir. They've redefined what counts as a professional degree for student loan purposes. This change could leave many students out in the cold, especially those pursuing careers in healthcare. The list of affected professions is long and includes

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

Rich and Poor: The Threat to Democracy

Ever wondered why some democracies are struggling? A big part of the problem might be the gap between the rich and the poor. In countries where income inequality is high, democracy seems to weaken over time. This isn't just a theory; a recent study looked at many different countries and found that i

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Nov 21 2024OPINION

President-Elect Trump's Media Target: What's the Future of Journalism?

President-elect Donald Trump's re-election hasn't just brought chaos to the Senate and worries from world leaders—it's also set off alarm bells for another important group: journalists. Trump has a history of threatening the media, and he's not shy about it. He's even bragged about killing the mains

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