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Oct 11 2024POLITICS

San Francisco: The City That Launched Women to Power

San Francisco, known for its steep hills and diverse population, has been a launchpad for women in politics. Dianne Feinstein, the longest-serving female senator, rose to power after the assassination of Mayor George Moscone. She was followed by Barbara Boxer, who entered the Senate with Feinstein i

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Oct 11 2024POLITICS

Why Oakland Needs a Change: A Closer Look at Mayor Thao's Tenure

Oakland is in a tough spot, and many people are pointing the finger at Mayor Sheng Thao. The city's budget is a mess, and crime rates are soaring. Thao and the council haven't been able to handle these problems effectively. They've been juggling numbers and putting off tough decisions, which has led

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Oct 10 2024FINANCE

Big News for Social Security Recipients: What to Expect This Week

Get ready, Social Security beneficiaries! This Thursday, you'll find out how much your benefits will increase next year. Experts predict a 2.5% boost, which is less than the past two years. Last year, benefits went up by 3.2%, and in 2023, they saw a huge 8.7% increase due to high inflation. Th

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Oct 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Unsung Hero of Controversial Films

Tom Ortenberg, the founder of Briarcliff Entertainment, has built a career out of distributing controversial films. His latest acquisition, The Apprentice, is a movie about Donald Trump's early business days. Despite the film's controversial subject matter, Ortenberg saw its potential and decided to

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Oct 10 2024SPORTS

Aaron Rodgers' Take on Hackett's Demotion: A Coach's Perspective

In a recent Jets press conference, interim coach Jeff Ulbrich shared insights into quarterback Aaron Rodgers' reaction to Nathaniel Hackett's demotion. Hackett, previously the Jets' offensive play-caller and a close friend of Rodgers, was replaced by Todd Downing. Ulbrich emphasized that Rodgers, de

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Oct 10 2024POLITICS

Trump's Secret Covid Test Shipment to Putin

During the early days of the pandemic, when Covid tests were hard to find, Donald Trump sent some to Vladimir Putin. This surprising move was confirmed by the Kremlin. The Russian president's spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, said that countries were sharing resources during this challenging time. Russia

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Oct 10 2024POLITICS

Where Do Harris and Trump Stand on Education?

Education is a hot topic, and both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have their own views on it. Let's dive into what they think about schools across the country. Did you know there are 50 states in the U.S.? From Alabama to Wyoming, each state has its unique education system. Harris and Trump hav

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Oct 10 2024POLITICS

Why Trump is Rallying in Blue States

In the final stretch of the 2024 presidential race, Donald Trump is turning his attention to some unlikely places. He's planning rallies in states that are traditionally Democratic, like California, Illinois, New York, and even Colorado. These aren't states he's likely to win, but his campaign think

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Oct 10 2024POLITICS

Why We Can't Stop Watching Political Showdowns

We live in a time where political arguments are all over the internet. Videos of people shouting at each other about politics are everywhere. It's like a sport. You might have seen a video where a liberal activist faced off against a group of Trump supporters. It sounded like a battle royale. One si

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Oct 10 2024POLITICS

Weather Conspiracies Debunked: Biden Slams Misinformation

President Biden recently called out what he called "stupid" claims that the government can control the weather. A Georgia congresswoman, Marjorie Taylor Greene, has been spreading this idea. She believes the government can literally control the weather, which Biden thinks is ridiculous. The Federal

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