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What the Supreme Court decisions tell us about following the law

July 6, 2026

The Supreme Court wrapped up a packed session with two decisions that upset some people and pleased others. One kept birthright citizenship as it stands, while the other allowed states to block trans girls from girls' sports teams. Some say the court is just another political player, but these choic

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The court’s changing stance on transgender rights since 2020

July 6, 2026

In 2020, a major Supreme Court ruling surprised many by protecting transgender workers from job discrimination under the Civil Rights Act. The decision came from a conservative justice, Neil Gorsuch, who argued the law’s ban on sex-based discrimination included gender identity. For a moment, it seem

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Fixing Worcester’s Roads: A Slow Ride to Disrepair

July 6, 2026

Driving through Worcester, it’s hard to miss the state of the roads. Potholes scatter the streets, some roads look like they’ve been through a rough winter every week, and patches aren’t enough. This isn’t just a current problem—it’s been years in the making. Funds for upkeep have been too little fo

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What Florida’s Latest Battles Reveal About Nature, Taxes, and Leaders

July 6, 2026

A new road cutting through Corkscrew Swamp is sparking anger in Florida. The swamp is home to rare panthers and countless species. Yet developers want to slice a path through this protected land to serve a giant new housing project called Kingston. Locals like Lynne Adams, who moved to Florida 25 ye

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Ukraine's Air Defense Crisis: Why the West Must Rethink Its Role

July 6, 2026

Ukraine is struggling to keep up with Russia's relentless missile attacks, but the real bottleneck isn't just factories or money—it's politics. The U. S. and Europe could speed up missile production, but they're not treating this like a true emergency. Meanwhile, Russia has already switched its enti

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Fisheries politics in Alaska: What happens when election promises clash with science and reality

July 6, 2026

Senators in Washington often talk big about supporting local industries like Alaska’s seafood sector. But when a new bill suddenly appears—one that claims to fix a problem no one seems to agree on—it’s worth taking a closer look. The Bycatch Reduction and Research Act, introduced recently, promises

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How U. S. Leaders Mixed Science and Politics to Shape a New Nation

July 6, 2026

The Declaration of Independence wasn’t just a bold political statement—it was also a science experiment. The Founding Fathers weren’t just philosophers; many were scientists who borrowed ideas from astronomy, physics, and economics. They treated running a country like a lab project: test ideas, watc

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A President's Speech Mixes History, Politics, and Controversy

July 6, 2026

On a delayed Fourth of July speech in Washington D. C. , marking 250 years since America’s independence, a president highlighted veterans, criticized communism, and praised what he called America’s "golden age. " The event started late after storms forced a two-hour pause in the National Mall, turni

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A senator turns 80 – with a star’s backing

July 6, 2026

Ed Markey will blow out 80 candles this weekend, but instead of cake he’s celebrating a fresh boost from Jane Fonda. The Hollywood legend, who turned 88 in December, has spent more than 50 years mixing film reels with political protest reels. In a short clip posted online, Fonda calls Markey “the bo

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How US election money rules changed the game (and who really benefits)

July 6, 2026

Back in the day, US political parties had spending limits that kept big money in check. House candidates could only spend around $130, 000 from their party, while Senate hopefuls had a cap of over $4 million. Those limits are now history after a recent rule shift. Supporters of the change argued it