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How to Handle Hate in Politics

December 14, 2025

Politics can be a tough place. It's full of strong feelings and disagreements. Some people think the only way to deal with this is to bring more love into politics. But is that really possible? Can love win over hate? Hate is a powerful force. It makes people feel strong and right. It gives them a

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Building Cities for Better Conversations

December 1, 2025

In recent times, there has been a lot of talk about how our cities are designed. This is not just about making them look nice, but also about how they affect the way we live and interact with each other. For a long time, cities in the United States were built with the idea of separating different p

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Who Should Be Allowed to Speak on Important Topics?

November 17, 2025

In today's world, social media influencers have a big say in what people think. But should they be allowed to talk about any topic, even if they're not experts? Some countries, like China and South Korea, are trying to limit who can discuss certain subjects online. China has introduced a new rule.

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Young Republicans' Controversial Chats Spark Debate

October 19, 2025

Words hold immense power, and recent events have shown just how much damage they can cause. A group of Young Republicans found themselves in hot water after their private chats surfaced, revealing a disturbing pattern of racist, homophobic, and antisemitic language. These chats, which took place ove

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The 2024 Election: A Narrow Win or a Mandate?

October 6, 2025

The 2024 presidential election was close. Donald Trump won with 49. 8% of the popular vote and 312 electoral votes. This was not a huge win. It was the fourth-narrowest margin in the popular vote and the seventh-narrowest in the Electoral College since World War II. Yet, many people act like it was

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Americans Worry About Rising Political Tensions

October 4, 2025

Americans are united in one belief: political violence is wrong. Yet, many fear it will become more common in the future. This concern isn't new, but it has grown over recent years. Politics seems to be the main reason people can't get along. Most Americans believe that outside of politics, people

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South African Leader's Bold Words on Emigrating Afrikaners

May 14, 2025

The US welcomed 59 white South Africans on a Monday. This group, mainly Afrikaners, sought refuge in the US. They claimed they faced racial discrimination back home. President Trump granted them refugee status. South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa had strong words for these emigrants. He labele

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The Art of Translation: Bridging Cultural Divides

March 29, 2025

Translators play a vital role in connecting different cultures. They do this by acting as intermediaries between a source and a target language. Let's look at how they do this in the context of Chinese political texts. These texts are often rich with modal verbs, which express possibility, obligatio

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Media's Portrayal of Russia's President: A German Perspective

February 10, 2025

The way Germany pictures Russia’s president, Vladimir Putin, in the media is influenced by a lot of different factors. This portrayal isn't just about words; it's about how language and communication tactics shape the image. Put simply, media in Germany is using these methods to show their opinion

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Memes: Their Power and Danger in the World of Politics

January 2, 2025

In the ever-evolving world of politics, memes have rapidly become a significant part of the conversation. However, there's been a lack of deep thought on how memes influence political talk. This piece aims to bridge that gap by looking at memes from a different angle. Memes come in all shapes and s