In the U. S. , a small group of ultra-wealthy individuals holds a massive amount of the country's wealth. This isn't just about inequality; it's about power. These billionaires influence what we pay for essentials like housing, healthcare, and food. They also shape public opinion through their contr
A group of eight Democratic senators chose to end the government shutdown, which has left many Democrats upset. They feel like the deal did not achieve much on health care after 40 days of fighting. Some Democrats, like California's Governor Gavin Newsom and Senator Chris Murphy from Connecticut, we
Maryland is making waves with a plan to redraw its political boundaries. Governor Wes Moore is leading the charge, saying the state won't just sit back while others make changes. He's not alone in this idea. Other states, like Texas and Florida, have already started redrawing their maps. Moore belie
A year after a crushing defeat, Democrats are making a comeback. They're winning big in key states, showing they're not the same old party. But can they keep this momentum going? It's been a tough year for Democrats. After losing big in 2024, they've been trying to figure out what went wrong. But l
Former President Joe Biden didn't hold back at a recent Nebraska Democratic Party event. He accused President Donald Trump of causing significant harm to democracy. Biden used Trump's renovation of the White House as a metaphor, saying it symbolized Trump's approach to governance. He claimed Trump h
Senators Ron Wyden and Elizabeth Warren are asking tough questions about Frank Bisignano's time as Fiserv's CEO. They want to know if he played a part in the company's recent struggles and if he was honest with investors about Fiserv's financial outlook. Fiserv's stock took a big hit last week. Thi
In a surprising turn of events, Cambridge has elected its youngest councilor ever. At just 24 years old, Al-Zubi has made history, breaking records set by her predecessor, Burhan Azeem. She is now the youngest person to hold this office, beating Azeem by a narrow margin of eight months. Al-Zubi's j
In Cameroon, Paul Biya, aged 92, recently secured his eighth term as president. This victory is met with widespread skepticism, given the country's struggles with violence, corruption, and poor leadership. Biya's lengthy reign, spanning over four decades, has seen him serve as both prime minister an
Nancy Pelosi, a giant in American politics, announced she won't be running for reelection to the U. S. House. This decision marks the end of her nearly 40-year career representing San Francisco. Pelosi, known for her tenacity and political savvy, shared this news in a video message, urging her suppo
Graham Platner is making waves in Maine politics, but not everyone is happy about it. Some Democrats are giving him a hard time because of his past. They're digging up old stuff and making a big deal out of it. But is that fair? Graham has a interesting backstory. He was a Marine for eight years. T
