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Wealthy Backers Betting Big on Trump's Comeback

October 16, 2024

Some of the world's richest people are suddenly putting big money behind Donald Trump's presidential run. Elon Musk, known for his space ventures, has chipped in a massive $75 million to a pro-Trump super PAC he created. Not far behind is Casina heir Miriam Adelson, who has contributed $95 million.

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Trump's Fox Town Hall: A Casual Chat on Democrats and Democracy

October 16, 2024

Former President Donald Trump took center stage at a Fox News town hall, this time in front of an all-female audience in Cumming, Georgia. He didn't hold back, launching into a tirade against Democrats. He labeled them as "dangerous" and "evil," going so far as to say they're "Marxists, communists,

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Voting Machines: A Young Person's Guide to How They Work

October 16, 2024

Voting is a big deal in the U.S., but it can be a bit confusing. With different voting methods and lots of new faces running for office, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But don't worry, using a voting machine is pretty simple once you know how. You might have heard of mail-in voting, where you can v

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Electing Season Heats Up: Harris and Trump Tour Pennsylvania

October 15, 2024

In Pennsylvania, the major players of the 2024 presidential race are making their moves. Vice President Kamala Harris is making her 10th stop in the state, this time in the town of Erie. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is heading to the Philadelphia suburbs. Both are trying to sway undecide

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Three Economists Win Nobel for Work on Global Inequality

October 14, 2024

Meet the economists Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson - they just won the Nobel Prize for their fascinating work on global economic inequality. These guys are from MIT and the University of Chicago, but none of them were born in the US. They've been looking into how colonialism shape

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Senate Races Heat Up: Republicans Eye Gains with Election Near

October 14, 2024

With just a few weeks until the big election day, the fight for key Senate seats is intense. Republicans are hoping to flip the upper chamber and need to win some tight races to do so. Currently, Democrats have a small edge with 48 seats and three independents who side with them. There are 49 Republ

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Why Are Black Men Blamed for Democratic Party Troubles?

October 12, 2024

Former President Obama recently sparked controversy by suggesting that Black men aren't enthusiastic about voting for Vice President Kamala Harris. He implied that these men might be hesitant to support a woman president, which has caused quite a stir. This assumption, however, doesn't hold up. Back

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Was Trump Really a Great President? Let’s Look at the Facts

October 11, 2024

Many people believe that Donald Trump was a good president. But is that true? Let's take a closer look at his record. First, the economy. Trump left the U.S. with a huge deficit, the largest in history. He cut taxes and spent a lot, leaving a debt that our kids and grandkids will have to pay off. T

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The Power of Unity: A Look at Trump's Past

October 11, 2024

Democracy thrives best when we focus on our similarities and respect our differences. But former President Donald Trump has often missed the mark. He tends to highlight our divisions instead of our shared interests. For example, he threatened to deport Muslims and immigrants, and suggested that Jews

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The Influence of Big Donors on Democratic Politics

October 7, 2024

Laurene Powell Jobs and Reid Hoffman, prominent donors to the Democratic Party, are using their influence and money to shape policies that may not align with the best interests of average Americans. Despite their philanthropic efforts, like promoting women's economic empowerment, their agendas often