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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Small Businesses: Winners No Matter Who Wins the Election?

Both Democrats and Republicans are courting small business owners ahead of the election. With a high trust rating and employing nearly half of the private sector workforce, small businesses are a significant player. However, owners are uncertain about the election's impact. Small business confidence is low, with the NFIB's Optimism Index dropping for 33 months. This...

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Oct 13 2024POLITICS

Trump and Harris in a Dead Heat: What’s Next?

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are neck and neck in a recent national poll. Trump has gained ground among Republicans, who are now more supportive after a debate that didn't go his way. Harris, on the other hand, has seen her popularity dip since a summer boost. A huge gender gap is noticeable, with women favoring Harris and men leanin...

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Oct 11 2024POLITICS

The Risk of Government Reliance

Imagine a country where more than half of all counties rely on government aid for a significant portion of their income. This might sound like a generous safety net, but it also raises questions about self-reliance and the future of our economy. In the past, politicians like Mitt Romney have pointed out that a large number of voters depend on government assistance. ...

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

Taylor Swift's Endorsement: A Reflection of America's Values?

Donald Trump's recent outburst against Taylor Swift, calling her "I hate Taylor Swift!" on Truth Social, has sparked a heated debate about the impact of celebrity endorsements on the presidential race. Swift's decision to publicly endorse Vice President Kamala Harris, despite being a private person, has sent shockwaves across the political landscape. But what's behin...

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

The Battle for the Soul of the Nation: A Critical Look at the Congressional Black Caucus

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) gathered for their annual Phoenix Awards dinner, where President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris delivered a powerful message: the battle for the soul of the nation is underway. But, what if this assumption is wrong? What if the real battle is not about Trump and MAGA Republicans, but about the internal struggles within...

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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

"Harris and Trump Eye Swing States: A Battle for the Future"

The presidential campaign is heating up, with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump vying for control of battleground states. After a commanding debate performance, Harris is heading to North Carolina, where she's scheduled to hold rallies in Charlotte and Greensboro. Trump, meanwhile, is off to Arizona, where he's trying to stabilize his cam...

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Political Crossroads: When Ideology Meets Hometown Loyalty

Peter Milobar, a former B.C. United MLA known for his criticisms of both the NDP and the B.C. Conservatives, has made a surprising switch, joining the party he once disparaged. But was his decision driven purely by personal ties to his hometown, or are there deeper motivations at play? Milobar claims his decision was a 'methodical process' that considered various fa...

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