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Democrats' Diversity Push: A Wake-up Call

November 22, 2024

The 2024 election was a surprise for the Democratic Party, which saw a shift in their voter base. They lost support among Hispanics, Asians, Blacks, and both the working and middle class. The only group where they made gains was college-educated white voters. This raised questions about their approa

politics

College Costs and Voter Divides: Why Education Matters More Than Ever

November 17, 2024

Have you ever wondered why some people don't see the value in a college education, even though it's getting cheaper? Paul Peterson, a professor at Harvard, says that people might feel like they're not getting enough back, but the data actually shows that a college degree is worth more now than ever

politics

voters surprise, election shakes up old ideas

November 16, 2024

Politics often relies on guesswork. We guess how people might vote and what they care about based on certain traits. Last week's election showed some of these guesses were right. Men mostly voted for the GOP, and women leaned towards Democrats. College grads tilted progressive, while working-class v

opinion

Why Did Kamala Harris Lose Catholic Voters?

November 15, 2024

One morning, everybody was surprised to learn that Kamala Harris wasn't attending the Al Smith Dinner. Critics might say the dinner is just to please conservative New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan and his wealthy friends. But my 15 years of experience in faith-based political organizing showed that it

politics

Why Believing in Conspiracies Can Predict Voting Habits

November 13, 2024

Donald Trump's presidential campaign was based on lies, yet he won. From the economy to immigration and abortion, his promises were far from the truth. Despite this, inflation is down, growth is up, and crime rates are low. Trump created a mindset where people could ignore facts and focus on hate in

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Is Science About Politics or Facts?

November 12, 2024

Laura Helmuth, the chief editor of Scientific American, found herself in hot water after posting some not-so-classy comments about Donald Trump and his supporters on Election Night. She later apologized, but some serious soul-searching is still needed, not just for her, but for the entire scientific

sports

Rising Stars: Changes in College Football Rankings Shake Things Up

November 12, 2024

Week 11 in college football saw some big upsets, leading to shifts in the top 10 rankings. Teams like Oregon and Georgia slipped, making way for others to climb. Texas jumped to No. 3, while Indiana moved up to No. 4 after both showed strong performances. Alabama re-entered the top 10 at No. 9 follo

politics

Fox News Calls 2024 Election First: How They Did It

November 12, 2024

Imagine you're watching Election Night on Fox News. You think it's going to be a close call between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. But wait! Within just a few hours, Fox News is calling states for Trump, including Pennsylvania, which pretty much seals the deal. How did they do it so fast? Well, it'

politics

Science Magazine Editor's Apology: Insensitive Social Media Posts Spark Controversy

November 12, 2024

Laura Helmuth, the top editor at Scientific American, found herself in hot water after some heated posts on election night. Taken aback by the election results, she let loose on social media, targeting Trump supporters with some strong language. Her posts didn't go unnoticed, sparking a wave of crit

entertainment

Michael Che’s Performance: Humor and Real Talk on Trump's Victory

November 10, 2024

Well, the day after Donald Trump's big win, "Weekend Update" co-anchor Michael Che had a few things to say – and a drink to help him along. He couldn't believe people thought Pennsylvania would vote for a candidate he referred to as the "Jamaican Indian lady. " That’s right, Michael was talking abou