ELECTION

Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Is Science About Politics or Facts?

Laura Helmuth, the chief editor of Scientific American, found herself in hot water after posting some not-so-classy comments about Donald Trump and his supporters on Election Night. She later apologized, but some serious soul-searching is still needed, not just for her, but for the entire scientific

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Rep. Moulton Stirs Debate: Should Trans Athletes Compete with Female Peers?

Representative Seth Moulton sparked a heated conversation when he suggested that transgender women athletes might have an unfair advantage in female sports. He believes that not discussing this topic openly could harm Democrats in future elections. Moulton’s views aren't widely popular among his fel

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Friends and Foes at Trump's Victory Feast

Donald Trump and his wife, Melania, shared a meal with billionaire Elon Musk at their private club, Mar-a-Lago. The trio enjoyed a casual dinner outside, chatting and laughing. Melania and Musk were dressed in black, while Trump wore a suit with a yellow tie. This wasn't just a social gathering; Mus

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Senate Shakeup: Musk, Kennedy Back Scott for Majority Leader

Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are among the prominent figures rallying behind Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla. ) for the role of Senate majority leader. This comes as a surprise move in the political landscape, challenging the frontrunners, John Thune (R-S. D. ) and John Cornyn (R-Texas). Musk, know

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Celebs Picking Sides: Who's Rooting for Trump in 2024?

In the exciting and sometimes polarizing world of U. S. politics, celebrities often voice their support for candidates. The 2024 presidential election is no exception. While some famous faces back Democrats, others have given their thumbs up to Republicans, including former President Donald Trump. L

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Woke Politics: Did It Cost Democrats the Election?

On Monday's "Morning Joe" show, co-hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough read aloud a New York Times column by Maureen Dowd. The column argued that the Democratic Party's focus on identity politics, often called "woke" politics, hurt their chances in the 2024 election. Dowd wrote that this focus

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Republican Senators React to Schumer's Decision on McCormick's Orientation

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, a Democrat, has stirred up controversy by blocking Republican Dave McCormick from attending the upcoming Senate orientation. This decision comes after Democratic incumbent Bob Casey hasn't yet conceded the race, even though the Associated Press has declared McCo

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Nov 12 2024BUSINESS

Bitcoin Buying Spree: MicroStrategy's Big Bet on Crypto

In the days following the U. S. presidential election, Bitcoin has seen a significant surge. This is partly due to promises made by President-elect Donald Trump to support cryptocurrency. One major player in this space is MicroStrategy, which has been on a Bitcoin buying spree. In early November, M

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Fox News Calls 2024 Election First: How They Did It

Imagine you're watching Election Night on Fox News. You think it's going to be a close call between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. But wait! Within just a few hours, Fox News is calling states for Trump, including Pennsylvania, which pretty much seals the deal. How did they do it so fast? Well, it'

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Science Magazine Editor's Apology: Insensitive Social Media Posts Spark Controversy

Laura Helmuth, the top editor at Scientific American, found herself in hot water after some heated posts on election night. Taken aback by the election results, she let loose on social media, targeting Trump supporters with some strong language. Her posts didn't go unnoticed, sparking a wave of crit

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