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Moving Patterns Show Political Divides in Neighborhoods

October 31, 2024

Millions of Americans are on the move, and their choices reveal a lot about how we segregate by politics. Take Joshua Fisher and Ryan Troyer, two men with a lot in common: both white, married, and living in Sioux Falls, South Dakota until recently. They both moved away, but to very different places.

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Puerto Rican Stars Shift Loyalties in Final Campaign Stretch

October 31, 2024

Imagine this: a bunch of famous Puerto Rican musicians, including Nicky Jam, suddenly change their minds about supporting Donald Trump. Why? Because of some offensive joke made about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally. Now, these stars are showing their support for Vice President Harris instead. This is a

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Early Voting Hits 60 Million: Trump Rallies, Harris Endorsements, and Key Battlegrounds

October 31, 2024

With just five days to go until the US presidential election, over 60 million Americans have already cast their votes. This staggering number includes nearly 32 million in-person early votes and around 28 million mail-in ballots. The enthusiasm is high, with voter turnout expected to be significant.

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Gaza: Aid Dilemma Sparks US Intervention

October 31, 2024

The flow of aid into Gaza has hit an all-time low since the recent conflict began, according to UN data. Only 836 aid trucks have managed to enter the strip this month. Before the war, around 500 trucks filled with aid and trade goods would enter daily. Israel's COGAT agency reports that while dozen

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The Battle for Battleground States: Georgia and North Carolina Remain Neck and Neck

October 31, 2024

In the race for the White House, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are locked in tight contests in Georgia and North Carolina. A recent poll shows Harris and Trump are almost tied in both states, with Georgia at 48% for Trump and 47% for Harris, and North Carolina at 48%

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Israeli Military Leaders Call for Political Action in Gaza and Lebanon

October 31, 2024

Israel's top military brass has sent clear signals that the country has done all it can on the battlefield in Gaza and Lebanon. They're urging political leaders to step in and negotiate a deal. This comes as Lebanon's prime minister hints at a possible ceasefire with Hezbollah. Both U. S. presidenti

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Israel's Recent Strike: A Warning to Iran

October 31, 2024

On October 26, Israel made history by carrying out its first overt aerial attack on Iran. The move came after months of Iranian missile and drone strikes on Israel. Israel's Air Force, using over 100 aircraft, targeted Iran's ballistic missile production facilities and key air defense systems. This

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Why Rebuilding Our Military Matters

October 31, 2024

In the complex world we live in, having a strong military is crucial for maintaining peace. It's like the old saying goes, "If you want peace, prepare for war. " This doesn't mean we should seek fights, but rather be ready to defend ourselves. Our military isn't what it used to be. Many of our plan

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Why Trump and Robinson Aren’t Right for North Carolina

October 31, 2024

Let's talk about Mark Robinson and Donald Trump. You might know them, maybe not. Robinson, North Carolina's Lieutenant Governor, has some pretty strong views on women. He once said abortion is about "killing the child" because women weren't careful. Trump, the former President, has a history too, li

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Pittsburg Council Sets the Record Straight on City's Safety

October 31, 2024

Councilmembers in Pittsburg are upset about a website's claims. This website, created by a group against a councilmember running for a different job, says Pittsburg has a high crime rate and no big grocery stores. The councilmembers say these claims are just not true. They think these false claims c