POLITICS

Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Tension Between China and Taiwan: What's Behind the Military Show?

Have you ever had an argument with a neighbor over where your property ends and theirs begins? That's kind of what's happening between China and Taiwan. China thinks Taiwan is part of its territory, but Taiwan sees itself as an independent nation. Over the past few years, China has been flexing its

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Why Ukraine's Future Relies on Effective Leaders

In the face of Russian aggression, people are questioning whether Ukraine can ever truly stand up to Vladimir Putin. Some argue that Ukraine can't win, just like Hitler shouldn't have been appeased at Munich. They suggest offering Putin a deal, but history tells a different story. Remember Georgia a

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Biden's Book: A Surprising Trump Focus

You might think Bob Woodward's latest book is all about Joe Biden, but don't be fooled. The real story is about Donald Trump. The renowned journalist has a new book out, "War, " which covers Biden's presidency so far. But the juiciest bits are about Trump's secret dealings with Russia. Woodward's kn

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Dating Apps Make Politics a Swipe Right or Left Issue

Ever wondered if your date shares your political views? Now, popular dating apps are making it easier to find out. Tinder recently launched the "Take Action Center, " letting users show off their voting plans and important issues with profile stickers. Stickers like "Hot people vote (I’m voting)" an

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Senator Vance's Big Lie: A New Kind of Danger

Senator JD Vance from Ohio recently endorsed a new take on the Big Lie, saying Donald Trump didn't lose the 2020 election. Unlike Trump's vague claims, Vance blamed Big Tech for rigging the election by not promoting right-wing stories like the Hunter Biden laptop. This might seem smarter, but it's s

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2024POLITICS

JD Vance's Shift: A New Twist on an Old Lie

J. D. Vance, a Republican senator from Ohio, has finally embraced the infamous “Big Lie” about the 2020 election. Unlike his predecessor, Donald Trump, Vance claims that tech companies rigged the election by not spreading dubious stories like the one about Hunter Biden’s laptop. Truthfully, social m

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2024POLITICS

When Harris Runs: A Different Voice in the Race

When Hillary Clinton ran for president in 2016, her historic potential as the first woman president was a major talking point. Fast forward to 2024, Kamala Harris, the first Black and South Asian American woman to become vice president, is now running for the top job, but the conversation has shifte

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Vice President Harris Speaks Out on Gaza Ceasefire

Vice President Kamala Harris took the spotlight on Thursday, becoming the first US official to publicly address the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. This move was deliberately timed to coincide with President Joe Biden's written statement, released just moments earlier. The synchronized approach

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Ex-NFL Star Gets Surprising Backing for West Virginia Governor

Pat McAfee, former WVU kicker, has thrown his support behind another football legend for the West Virginia governor's seat. Owen Schmitt, currently a truck driver for UPS, was lauded by McAfee on The New Heights Show. It all started when Travis Kelce quizzed McAfee, asking who the bigger legend was—

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2024POLITICS

The Hidden Conflict: A Look at Sacramento's City Manager

In Sacramento, the name Howard Chan, the city manager, keeps popping up in local politics. He's climbed to the highest-paid spot, but how he got there raises questions. Recently, the city council delayed voting on his raise, and a community member, Marbella Sala, spoke up. She thinks the council sho

reading time less than a minute