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Trump's Stop in Aurora: A Closer Look at His Immigration Message

October 12, 2024

You might've heard that Donald Trump recently visited Aurora, Colorado. This city, near Denver, has been in the news lately for some immigration-related issues. Trump's visit was his first stop in Colorado ahead of the November election. Colorado is known for voting Democratic, so this was a bit unu

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Hurricane Milton: Conspiracy Theories in Overdrive

October 12, 2024

Hurricane Milton's damage was less severe than expected, thanks to a late shift in the storm's path. Still, it caused significant harm, with tornadoes and floods killing 16 people and displacing thousands. Power outages and disease threats add to the ongoing chaos from Hurricane Helene. Meteorologis

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Why Aren't Black and Hispanic Men Backing Kamala Harris?

October 12, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris is facing a rough patch in the polls among black and Hispanic men. Her campaign team is worried, especially in key states like Pennsylvania and Michigan for black men, and Arizona and Nevada for Hispanic men. They've seen a lack of excitement in cities like Detroit and P

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Obama's Jokes and Questions: A Look into His Speech

October 11, 2024

Former President Barack Obama was back on the campaign trail. This time, he was supporting Kamala Harris in Pittsburgh. He had a lot to say about Donald Trump during his speech. Obama poked fun at Trump, wondering if he had ever changed a tire or a diaper. The crowd laughed, and one person even shou

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How Hurricanes Helene and Milton Affect the 2024 Election

October 11, 2024

The 2024 presidential election has been impacted by two major hurricanes, Helene and Milton. These storms have disrupted the schedules of candidates, including Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump. They've had to address storm recovery efforts alongside campaigning. This situation has

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Trump's Immigration Message Hits Aurora

October 11, 2024

Former President Donald Trump is making a stop in Aurora, Colorado, to talk about immigration. This is the first time either presidential campaign has visited Colorado ahead of the November election. Colorado usually votes Democratic. Trump has been saying immigrants are causing trouble in smaller c

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Can We Really Control Hurricanes?

October 11, 2024

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) recently said something crazy. She implied that the government can change the weather, and that the Biden administration used Hurricane Helene to punish political rivals. People laughed at her, and rightly so, because her claims don't hold water. But why

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Ex-Gov. Baker Keeps Political Door Open, Focuses on NCAA

October 11, 2024

Former Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has left the door open for a possible return to politics. Now the president of the NCAA, Baker recently spoke at the UMass Club about his new role. When asked about a potential comeback in politics, he replied that he wouldn't rule anything out. Baker, kno

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B.C. NDP Promises Big Boost in Health Care Staffing

October 11, 2024

During a campaign event in Coquitlam, B.C. NDP Leader David Eby vowed to add 45,000 new health care workers over the next four years. This wasn't a new promise, as Eby reiterated goals and commitments announced during his time in government and at the start of the campaign. Joining him were local ca

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California's Governor Says No to More Benefits for Undocumented Immigrants

October 11, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed three bills that would have given more benefits to undocumented immigrants in California. These bills were passed by the state's Democratic Legislature, but Newsom says they aren't practical due to budget constraints. One bill would have let undocumented immigrants a