POLITICS

Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Seattle's New Mayor: A Surprise Victory for Progressive Change

In a surprising turn of events, Bruce Harrell, the centrist Democrat and former City Council member, initially seemed to be leading the race for Seattle's mayor. However, as more ballots came in, the tide shifted dramatically in favor of 43-year-old democratic socialist candidate, M. Lorena Wilson.

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

U. S. Weighs Next Steps in Venezuela

President Trump recently hinted that he's close to deciding on a plan for Venezuela. This comes after several high-level meetings with his team to discuss possible military actions in the country. Key figures like Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Joint Chiefs of Staff Ch

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Trump and Greene: A Political Fallout

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Georgia representative, has been a vocal supporter of Donald Trump since her arrival in Congress in 2021. She even compared herself to Trump, noting their similar backgrounds in construction and straightforward communication styles. However, things have taken a turn. In a

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Politicians and Their Promises: Time for a Reality Check

Politicians often make big promises to win votes, but many of these promises never come true. This is a problem because voters are left disappointed, and politicians face no consequences. Some people think that limiting campaign donations could make elections fairer, but others argue that this limit

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Jack Schlossberg: The New Face of Politics or Just Another Rich Kid?

Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of John F. Kennedy, is making waves in the political world. But is he serious about running for office, or is this just another way for him to stay in the spotlight? Let's take a closer look at his life and his campaign. Jack Schlossberg is a 32-year-old Harvard Law S

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

How Swiss Politicians Use the Internet to Divide and Conquer

Swiss politicians are using an online platform to connect and debate. This platform, called politnetz. ch, lets them share ideas, support each other, and even argue. Researchers looked at how these politicians interact and found some interesting patterns. First, they noticed that politicians tend t

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Why Many Americans Now See Billionaires as a Problem

In recent times, a growing number of Americans have started to view billionaires as a potential danger to their democratic system. This shift in perspective is significant, as it reflects a changing attitude towards wealth and power in the country. Many people are now questioning the influence that

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Georgia's Trump Case: A New Prosecutor Takes the Helm

The legal landscape in Georgia has shifted with a new prosecutor stepping in to handle the high-profile case against former President Donald Trump and his associates. Pete Skandalakis, a seasoned lawyer and executive director of the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia, has taken over the reins

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Hakeem Jeffries: The Calm Leader in a Stormy Political Climate

Hakeem Jeffries, the House minority leader, is facing a tough situation. Just days after a big win for Democrats, he was grilled by reporters about Senate Democrats who joined Republicans to end a government shutdown. They asked if he was disappointed and if Chuck Schumer should stay as Senate Democ

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

A Clash of Ideas: Vance and Trump on Foreign Workers

In a recent interview, Vice President JD Vance shared his thoughts on hiring foreign workers, which seemed to differ from President Donald Trump's stance. Vance believes that the U. S. should focus on helping the blue-collar workers already living in the country, rather than bringing in more workers

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