GOVERNOR JANET MILLS

Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Hochul's Nighttime Subway Plan: A Bright Idea or Diversion?

Governor Kathy Hochul recently proposed an interesting plan in her State of the State address. She wants to place a police officer on every train during overnight hours for six months. Sounds good, right? But hold on, there's more to consider. First off, what about the other 16 hours of the day? Wi

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Who's Really in Charge? A Look at Governor Noem's Potential DHS Role

Governor Kristi Noem of South Dakota is set to appear before a Senate committee for a confirmation hearing to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). But is she really going to be the one calling the shots? Experts think her role might be more limited than her predecessors. With over 260, 00

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Governor Walz: Navigating Minnesota's Political Storm

Governor Tim Walz, a Democrat, has been laying low since his unsuccessful vice presidential run. He's been trying to lift spirits, posing with a turkey for Thanksgiving, and even taking a quick break in the Bahamas. But now, he's facing a tough reality back home. Minnesota's legislative session is

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

California's Crackdown on Junk Food: What You Need to Know

Governor Gavin Newsom is taking a stand against ultra-processed foods in California. He recently signed an executive order aimed at reducing the availability of these harmful foods. Ultra-processed foods, like packaged chips and sugary drinks, are common in the U. S. and can cause health issues like

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Dec 17 2024ENVIRONMENT

Governor Perry's Green Push: Good but Needs Fixing

Governor Rick Perry deserves praise for leading Texas in renewable energy. However, his recent statements on whales and renewable energy projects are off the mark. He's worried about whales, but so far, no U. S. whale has died due to wind turbines. There just aren’t that many offshore wind projects

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Hochul’s Toll Troubles: A Closer Look

Governor Kathy Hochul's plan to introduce congestion tolling for driving into central Manhattan is facing fresh objections. The new start date is set for January, but many are questioning her leadership. Initially paused in June, the toll will now be $9, with $2. 25 at night, instead of $15 during t

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

Politician's Football Fumble: A Gaming Gaffe Goes Viral

Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota (D) found himself in the middle of a social media storm after a football term he used in a livestream went viral. Walz, who once coached high school football, was playing a video game called Madden with Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) on Twitch. He poste

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

Crime Crackdown: Governor Newsom’s Last-Minute Efforts Before Proposition 36 Vote

Governor Gavin Newsom has been on a mission to tackle organized retail theft and property crimes across California. After a statewide tour, he highlighted recent achievements, like the $267 million invested in local and state law enforcement to handle these issues. The results? Over 10, 000 arrests

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Oct 28 2024ENTERTAINMENT

California's Film Boost: Gov. Newsom Wants More Tax Breaks

Governor Gavin Newsom has come up with a new plan to help California's film industry stay strong. He wants to increase the amount of money given as tax credits to movie and TV productions from $330 million to $750 million each year. This could start as early as July 2025, if the state's lawmakers ag

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Oct 19 2024POLITICS

Should MCAS Stay? Governor and Public Have Different Views

Governor Maura Healey and her team are sticking to their stance: the MCAS test should stay as a high school graduation requirement. But polls are showing that the public isn’t on the same page. A recent survey by The Boston Globe and Suffolk University found that 58% of people want to remove the MCA

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