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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Chile's Big Vote: Crime, Immigration, and a Divided Nation

Chile is having a big vote for a new president and parliament. The main candidates are Jeannette Jara, a communist, and José Antonio Kast, a far-right figure. Both are focusing on crime and immigration, even though they have very different views on other things. Voting is now mandatory in Chile. This means more people have to vote, and those who don't might have to ...

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Nov 07 2025POLITICS

Democrats' Big Wins: A Reason to Celebrate or a Cause for Concern?

Recent elections have been a big win for Democrats. Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, is now the mayor of New York City. In Virginia and New Jersey, new Democratic governors won by a large margin. Many people voted, showing high interest in these elections. These wins show that many people are not happy with Trump and his administration. They are also worried a...

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Feb 24 2025POLITICS

Germany's Election: What's Really on the Line

Germany is gearing up for a big national election, and it's not just about choosing a new chancellor. This time, the stakes are higher than usual, and the political landscape is more unpredictable. The country's elections are usually pretty straightforward, but this one has been full of surprises. Last November, Chancellor Olaf Scholz of the Social Democrati...

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Harris' Final Pitch: A New Era Awaits

Buckle up, folks! Vice President Kamala Harris is ready to make her final pitch to voters at a massive rally on the National Mall in Washington, D. C. This event could draw as many as 40, 000 people, all eager to hear her speak. The location is significant. Harris will stand on the Ellipse lawn, with the White House right behind her. It's the same spot where former ...

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Sep 18 2024POLITICS

The Power of Words: A Call to Action for Change

In a recent conversation with a panel of Black journalists, Vice President Kamala Harris addressed a range of pressing issues, from the ongoing conflict in Gaza to the bomb threats targeting Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio. Harris's words were laced with emotion and conviction, as she called out the hateful rhetoric and anti-immigrant sentiment that has plagu...

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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

Can Democrats Win the Texas Senate Seat?

With Tim Walz's encouragement, Texas Democrats may be feeling optimistic about their chances of flipping the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Sen. Ted Cruz. Walz highlighted the issues that matter most to Texas voters, including abortion restrictions and ballot access laws. He emphasized that these laws are designed to suppress Democratic voters, rather than encour...

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