PUBLIC OPINION

Apr 23 2025POLITICS

Trump's Second Term: A Mixed Bag of Approval and Criticism

The 100-day mark of President Trump's second term has brought mixed reviews from the American public. The President is getting a thumbs down from 60% of the people. This is a drop of 7% since February. The economy is a big worry. More people now think the economy will be worse in a year. This is up from 37% in February. The President's handling of the economy h...

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

Judges and the People: What Matters to Us?

Judges play a big role in society. They make decisions that affect everyone. But do they know what the public thinks? Do they consider what matters to us when they make their calls? To find out, a national survey was conducted. It asked people about judicial roles and what factors judges should think about when making decisions. The survey looked at how people view ...

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

France's Political Showdown: Protests and Punishments

France is gearing up for a weekend of political demonstrations. The far-right and left-wing parties are both planning to rally their supporters. This comes after Marine Le Pen, a prominent far-right leader, was convicted in a major fraud case. The court found her guilty of misusing funds meant for European Parliament assistants. This money was instead used to pay par...

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Europeans Ready to Fight Back: Tariffs and Trade Tensions

A recent poll shows that most people in Western Europe are prepared to hit back if the US starts imposing big tariffs on their goods. This move is expected to happen soon, with the US president planning to introduce various tariffs on imports from major trading partners. These tariffs could range from 10% to 25%, affecting many European companies. The EU has alr...

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

The 3rd Term Talk: Trump's Ambition and the Constitution

The idea of serving more than two terms as president is not new. It has been discussed before. In fact, it was a hot topic in 2023. The 22nd Amendment to the U. S. Constitution clearly states that no one can be elected president more than twice. This rule was added in 1951, after Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected four times. But, in 2023, the former president, D...

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Mar 25 2025HEALTH

German Views on Forced Measures in Mental Health

In Germany, opinions on using force in mental health care are quite divided. A recent survey shed light on how people feel about physical restraint and chemical restraint. These methods are used to keep patients safe and protect others. The survey included over 2, 400 people from all walks of life. It aimed to understand how common these views are and how they relate...

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Mar 23 2025POLITICS

Trump's China Strategy: Time to Get Serious

The political scene in the United States is divided, but there is one thing that unites many Americans: a strong dislike for the Chinese Communist Party. Surveys show that most people see the CCP's plans for global dominance as a threat to national security. Even Congress has formed a bipartisan group to prepare for a possible showdown with China. However, the curre...

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

A Closer Look at Government Ethics and Stock Promotions

The recent promotion of Tesla stock by a high-ranking official has sparked conversations about government ethics. This incident is not the first time a government figure has endorsed a product, but it raises questions about the boundaries of ethical behavior in public office. The Commerce Secretary, Howard Lutnick, recently urged viewers to buy Tesla stock, stating ...

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

The Unfolding Drama Between Trump's Team and the Judiciary

In recent days, the Trump administration has been making waves in the legal world, particularly with Chief Justice John Roberts. The situation revolves around the Alien Enemies Act case, where the administration's actions seem more about provoking Judge James Boasberg than about winning the case on its merits. The Trump administration, along with Donald Trump and El...

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Mar 18 2025SPORTS

The Divide on Sports Betting: Why Americans Differ on College and Pro Games

Sports betting has become a hot topic in the United States, with a clear divide in public opinion. Most adults are open to the idea of betting on professional sports, but when it comes to college sports, the sentiment changes dramatically. Only about 4 in 10 adults support legal betting on college games, while more than half are against it. This difference in opinion...

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