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Mar 31 2024
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'Transgender Day of Visibility' Falls on Easter, Draws Conservative Ire
"Transgender Day of Visibility" fell on Easter Sunday this year, drawing ire from many Republicans.
The Details: Transgender Day of Visibility was created in 2009 by a transgender activist in Michigan and is celebrated yearly on March 31. The first-ever presidential proclamation of the holiday came from the Biden White House in 2021 and was followed by proclamations in 2022 and 2023 as
CNN Digital The Hill Fox News DigitalAug 04 2022
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What Does Kansas' Abortion Vote Mean for the 2022 Elections?
Kansas voters rejected a push to remove the state’s constitutional abortion protections on Tuesday. What does this mean for the 2022 elections and abortion access nationwide?
Voters in Kansas turned out in record numbers. Over 900,000 votes were cast in the abortion referendum, representing roughly 47% of the state’s registered voters. Top Republican and Democratic candidates in Tuesday
Newsweek National Review (News) The NationMar 25 2020
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How Coronavirus is Impacting the 2020 Election
The coronavirus pandemic is significantly impacting the 2020 presidential election, pushing back primary election dates and shifting campaign priorities for candidates. Former Vice President Joe Biden (DE) has been addressing the public with coronavirus updates through videocasts, at times criticizing President Donald Trump for his purported shortcomings in managing the virus; Senator Bernie
New York Times (News) Associated Press Washington ExaminerMar 14 2024
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West Point Removes 'Duty, Honor, Country' From Mission Statement
The U.S. Military Academy at West Point has removed "Duty, Honor, Country" from its mission statement, and is replacing it with the words, "Army Values."
The Details: It's the tenth change to West Point's mission statement in the last 100 years. "Duty, Honor, Country" was added in 1998.
Key Quotes: "Duty, Honor, Country is West Point's motto and the foundation of our culture as
Fox News Digital The Hill Associated PressMay 01 2020
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May Day Marked by Virus-Fueled Labor Strikes
Labor strikes and protests are happening throughout the United States and across the world on Friday, May 1, known as "May Day" or "International Workers' Day." Many are calling for better working conditions for "essential" workers, or for re-openings of regional economies as the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic continues to disrupt working life and endanger those with jobs deemed essential.
The Nation Associated Press Fox News DigitalJan 09 2015
Perspectives Blog
Story of the Week: Reactions to Paris Terrorist Attack
After the shocking terrorist attack at the French satirical magazine, Charlie Hebdo, an intense manhunt continued today. In addition, crowds gathered worldwide in support of the victims and we are seeing a range of reaction across the media spectrum. Different journalists and outlets chose to emphasize different viewpoints. Snippets from the Left Muslims Around The World Condemn Charlie Hebdo AllSides StaffFeb 07 2024
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Hamas Offers 135-Day Ceasefire Proposal With Israeli Pullout From Gaza
Hamas countered a ceasefire proposal with its own offer, which would include a 135-day halt in fighting, a phased Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and an exchange of all of Hamas’ hostages for over 1,000 Palestinian prisoners.
The Details: Israel is reportedly unlikely to accept; government sources told NBC News (Lean Left bias) and CNN (Lean Left bias) Israel would never agree to the
Reuters CNN Digital Fox News DigitalMar 19 2024
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Where Does Biden's White House Stand on TikTok?
As Congress considers legislation that could lead to a ban of TikTok, the White House's position on the platform is in the spotlight.
Key Details: On Sunday, the White House reiterated its support for a bill that would ban TikTok unless China cuts its ties to the social media app. Meanwhile, White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby recognized the concerns of many
CNBC ABC News (Online) Washington ExaminerFeb 29 2024
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Biden’s Physician Deems Him ‘Fit For Duty,’ No Cognitive Test Conducted
President Joe Biden’s physician deemed him physically fit for the duties of the presidency, but no cognitive assessment was conducted.
Details: Biden's recent physical examination concluded that the 81-year-old president was in good health - an “active, robust 81-year-old male, who remains fit to successfully execute the duties of the Presidency.” The examination found no evidence of a
Daily Beast BBC News Washington ExaminerJul 18 2022
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Ted Cruz Says States Should Be Able to Determine Legality of Same-Sex Marriage
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) on Saturday said that he believes the Supreme Court was "clearly wrong" when it ruled in 2015 that same-sex marriage was legal under the Constitution.
The Supreme Court decision, Obergefell v. Hodges, made it illegal for states to deny a marriage certificate to same-sex couples. "Obergefell, like Roe v. Wade, ignored two centuries of our nation's history. Marriage
National Review (News) CNN Digital Newsweek