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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Florida's Swing: How Trump's Fight for the Sunshine State Might Affect Other Battlegrounds

Back in July, things got tougher for Donald Trump when Kamala Harris became the likely Democratic nominee for 2024. A poll from the University of North Florida showed Trump ahead, but only by a slim margin. Fast forward to September, a new poll revealed Trump's lead was even thinner—just one point o

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Harris's Higher Ed Shift: A New Perspective on College and Careers

In 2009, then-President Obama set an ambitious goal to increase college graduates by 2020. His administration pushed for bigger tuition tax credits, larger Pell Grants, and free community college tuition. This trend continued with Democrats like Hillary Clinton and President Biden, who supported fre

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Oct 05 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris in Ripon: Ukraine, Elections, and an Unusual Alliance

On Thursday, Vice President Kamala Harris visited Ripon, Wisconsin—the birthplace of the Republican Party. She discussed the upcoming 2024 election, emphasizing that it's not just about the United States but also about the war in Ukraine. Harris highlighted her recent meeting with Ukrainian Presiden

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

Is California's Dream Still Alive? Let's Talk Solutions

California, once a beacon of progress, is now grappling with severe challenges. Homelessness has skyrocketed, crime rates are on the rise, and affordability is plummeting. This crisis begs the question: is California's dream still achievable? The fate lies in the hands of our state leaders. Democrat

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Sep 30 2024POLITICS

Harris vs Trump: A Battle of Words

The recent comments made by Donald Trump about Kamala Harris's mental abilities have sparked a heated debate. Trump, in a speech, claimed that Harris was "mentally impaired" and compared her actions to those of a "mentally disabled person." This statement has been widely criticized by many, includin

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Sep 27 2024POLITICS

The Generation Gap: Young Men's Views on the Election

As the presidential election inches closer, a growing concern has emerged among political observers: the disconnect between the views of young men and the rest of the electorate. A recent focus group of 15 men under the age of 30 from battleground states revealed that, for many, this election is all

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Sep 23 2024POLITICS

Putting Consumers First: A New Era for Accountability

In the era of increased awareness and scrutiny, it's no surprise that the role of a state attorney general has garnered more attention than ever before. As Colorado's attorney general, I'm proud to be carrying on a legacy of protecting consumers and standing up to Big Tech, just as Vice President Ka

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Sep 20 2024POLITICS

Unity in Action: Kamala Harris's Unite for America Event

Kamala Harris's Unite for America event brought together a diverse group of people to discuss the importance of unity and the need for change in the country. The event took place in Farmington Hills, Michigan, and was hosted by Oprah Winfrey, who has been a long-time supporter of Harris's candidacy.

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Sep 19 2024POLITICS

Why Kamala Harris is Betting Big on Economic Inclusion for Young Black Men

Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, recently sat down with a panel from the National Association of Black Journalists to discuss her economic proposals and how they could specifically benefit young Black men. This demographic has been a key target for Harris, as polls show that more

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Sep 17 2024RELIGION

The Faithful and the Welcoming: Unpacking the Heart of Midwestern Lutheranism

In the heart of America's Midwest, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) has been a beacon of warmth, inclusivity, and community for generations. When Governor Tim Walz, a Lutheran raised Catholic, brought his progressive legislative record onto the Democratic ticket, the nation took not

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