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What Went Wrong with Ann Selzer's Iowa Poll?

December 16, 2024

Iowa pollster Ann Selzer recently faced questions about her poll that predicted a close race between Vice President Kamala Harris and President-elect Donald Trump in Iowa, a typically Republican state. The poll stirred controversy when Trump won Iowa by over 10 percentage points. In an interview, Se

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Navigating Political Differences with Family at Christmas

December 16, 2024

It's tough to see eye-to-eye with family on hot topics like politics, especially at holiday gatherings. When your family voted for Trump and you're pro-choice, how do you handle it? First, remember everyone has different moral values. Liberals often prioritize care and fairness, while conservatives

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Stopping the DEI Spending Train

December 16, 2024

President Biden's Education Department spent over a billion dollars in the past four years on grants for schools to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). These funds were used for hiring, programs, and training, all aimed at advancing a divisive ideology. A new report shows that $489 milli

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Cracking the Drone Mystery: New Tech Needed, Say Officials

December 16, 2024

Recently, mysterious drones have been buzzing over New York and New Jersey, causing worry among residents and officials. Representative Jim Himes, a Democrat from Connecticut, said many people are frustrated due to the uncertainty about these flights. National security officials insist these drones

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Drone Detectors in NY & NJ: Senator Schumer's New Plan

December 16, 2024

New York senator Chuck Schumer is pushing for special drone-detection technology to be used in both New York and New Jersey. He's urging the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary, Alejandro Mayorkas, to take action amid recent drone sightings that have captured people's attention and cause

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Trump's 'America First' Policy: A Look at Global Conflicts and Consequences

December 16, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump is stepping into a world full of heated conflicts. Two experts from Indiana University are warning that his 'America First' policy might not be the best move. The U. S. is already facing intense wars in places like Ukraine and the Middle East. Trump has a lot on his plat

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Will These Republican Senators Face Primaries in 2026?

December 16, 2024

Five Republican senators are under scrutiny, as the 2026 midterms approach and party dynamics shift. These senators' past decisions and viewpoints may lead to primary challenges. Joni Ernst, a senator from Iowa, is facing heat for her stance on Trump's Pentagon pick. Steve Deace, a conservative med

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WNMU Board Chair Stands by President in Spending Scandal; Public Calls for Resignations

December 16, 2024

Last Thursday, as Mary Hotvedt stepped down from her position as chair of the Western New Mexico University Board of Regents, she defended President Joe Shepard and the board from criticism. The board is under fire for spending hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars on fancy furniture and foreign

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The Olive Oil Tax: A Glimpse into Idlib's Rebel Governance

December 15, 2024

In the heart of northern Syria lies Idlib Province, known for its rolling hills and red dirt. Every autumn, farmers here harvest their olive crops. But they've got company during this process - tax collectors. These representatives of the local government, run by the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham

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Syria's Tel Rifaat: A Night of Quiet After Years of Fear

December 15, 2024

In the small town of Tel Rifaat, Syria, the skies were finally still after years of turmoil. Ali, a 48-year-old guard, sat by a wood stove at an old police post, watching over the northern entrance. He was cautious, using only his first name for safety. But this night was different; there were no bo