In the world of politics and finance, two big names are duking it out for a top spot in Donald Trump's administration. Howard Lutnick and Scott Bessent are both vying to become the next Treasury secretary, and things are heating up. Some Wall Street folks are saying Lutnick isn't experienced enough and is using his position in Trump's transition team to boost his own...
Imagine this: a sociologist compares the political divide to a cult. Some people are suggesting that we avoid family members who voted differently in the last election. But is that really a good idea? Brad Wilcox, a sociology professor from the University of Virginia, isn't a fan of this advice. He thinks it's more like what cults do—keep people isolated to control ...
The 2024 presidential election has ended with Donald Trump winning over Vice President Kamala Harris. Social media platforms were flooded with reactions from celebrities. Christina Applegate expressed her disappointment, urging followers who voted against women's and disability rights to unfollow her. She also announced she would be shutting down her fan account. Sop...
Last night, we didn't wake up to a clear winner of the presidential election. Instead, we found ourselves in a suspenseful wait. Why? A large number of voters still believe Donald Trump should lead the country, despite all the negative evidence. The race is tight, and neither candidate has a clear landslide. We may not know the final result for a while. So, what doe...
In the quiet town of Bedford, Pennsylvania, a Puerto Rican veteran named Jessie Anderson is making waves. She's not happy with President Biden. After a rally for J. D. Vance, Jessie, a long-time Army vet, spoke out about Biden's recent comments. The president had called Trump supporters "garbage" in response to a comedian's joke about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally. Je...
In Texas, a political fight is brewing over the fate of death row inmate Robert Roberson. Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton are at odds with some Texas House lawmakers. At the heart of the dispute? Roberson's conviction and whether he's truly guilty. The case centers around the death of Roberson's daughter, with some lawmakers believing new evidenc...
Politicians are now chasing after the crypto industry's money. The 2024 presidential race has seen a surprising twist: the cryptocurrency world is backing Donald Trump with significant Bitcoin donations. Venture capitalists Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz have also jumped on the Trump train. Though Trump was once skeptical of cryptocurrencies, he's now embracing the...
Hundreds of Jews are expected to gather in Beverly Hills, California, on Thursday night for a 'Bring Them Home Now' rally. The event will include a moment of silence and candlelight vigil for the six hostages executed by Hamas: Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eden Yerushalmi, Carmel Gat, Almog Sarusi, Alexander Lobanov, and Ori Danino. Organizers Jessica Lipman and Debbie Pa...
In a world increasingly divided by political and social differences, a leader in progressive faith is championing a revolutionary spiritual movement that unites people of all beliefs and backgrounds. Ilyse Hogue, a fellow at New America and the author of 'The Lie That Binds', envisions a powerful and inclusive 'civic religion' that bridges the gap between religious ...
In a world torn apart by political strife, one leader is advocating for a progressive re-embrace of faith to challenge the GOP's religious grip. Ilyse Hogue, a senior fellow at New America and the author of 'The Lie That Binds', discusses the potential of a unifying, inclusive civic religion that could reconcile religious and secular progressives. The Democratic Na...