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AI in Schools Needs a Big Plan

March 5, 2026

The United States is busy talking about how kids can cheat with AI, but it misses a chance to help teachers and students. Other countries are building whole systems that let AI support learning everywhere, not just a few classrooms. In Shanghai, for example, teachers have an AI helper that pla

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Democrats Skip Midterms, Pick 2028 Convention Cities

March 3, 2026

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has decided not to stage a midterm convention this fall, instead focusing all its energy on the 2028 presidential nomination event. The party will announce that the next convention will run from August 7 to 10, 2028, and it has narrowed its search to five pote

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Palisades Plant: A Delayed Dream with Big Risks

March 3, 2026

The Palisades nuclear plant, located near Lake Michigan, was shut down in 2022 and is now the focus of a controversial restart plan by Holtec International, a company with no prior operating experience. Holtec hopes to become the first firm to reopen a plant that has been closed for decommissioni

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Debate Turns into Drama: Maine’s Gubernatorial Showdown

February 28, 2026

The Auburn debate, intended to be a calm and useful discussion, ended up looking more like a social media roast. Two candidates—one Republican, one Democrat—spun off into heated exchanges that felt like a live stream of online insults. The event, meant to give voters clear answers, instead offered e

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The Michigan Governor Race: Who’s Winning the Vote?

February 27, 2026

In a fresh poll released by Glengariff Group, U. S. Rep John James shows no support from Black voters at all, while former Detroit mayor Mike Duggan leads the pack with 59. 3% of that demographic. The three candidates—James, Democrat Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and Duggan running as an indepe

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Idaho Governor’s Budget Battle: Who Wins?

February 24, 2026

The first few weeks of Idaho’s legislative session have shown a clear split between the governor and most lawmakers over how the state budget should look. The governor presented a modest plan that keeps spending low and avoids new taxes, while the Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee has drafted b

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Politicians and the Real Talk About Immigration Rules

February 18, 2026

The debate over immigration enforcement feels like a tug‑of‑war. Some lawmakers shout against agencies that pull people in, while others keep their hands off the issue. The tension grows when a state law says it will not work with federal immigration officials, and the local sheriffs are left asking

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Water Wars: States Fail to Agree on Colorado River Plan

February 15, 2026

The Colorado River, a lifeline for millions, has once again stalled negotiations among the seven western states that rely on it. Arizona, California and Nevada have urged their counterparts in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming to make more concessions after missing a critical deadline for the s

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California Governor’s Travel: Who Really Pays?

February 15, 2026

The governor of California has been on the road again, this time to Munich, where he spoke about his state’s climate plans. He said simply “I’m showing up. ” The trip is part of a series that includes Brazil, Switzerland and now Germany, where he pushes California as a climate partner. But people h

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GOVERNORS AND THE WHITE HOUSE: A TANGLE OF INVITATIONS

February 12, 2026

A meeting at the White House that usually brings governors together has turned into a political mess. The event is scheduled for February 20 and usually includes governors from every state, both Democrats and Republicans. President Trump said he sent invitations to all governors except two Dem