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Nov 12 2020
Headline Roundup
Democrats and Republicans Still Split on Coronavirus Stimulus Deal as Cases Rise
The recent surge in U.S. coronavirus cases raised questions about another stimulus package, but remarks by Senate leaders reveal Democrats and Republicans are still at an impasse when it comes to a relief bill. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell acknowledged the need for another economic stimulus package Thursday, but maintained that the package should resemble the $500 billion package the
CNN Digital Fox News Digital CNBCFeb 05 2021
Headline Roundup
Democrats Set to Advance Pandemic Relief Bill as Congress Approves Budget
The House voted 219-209 Friday to approve a budget resolution that will help advance the Biden administration's $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package. The Senate voted 51-50 early Friday morning to pass the measure; Vice President Kamala Harris cast the tie-breaking vote. The moves are a part of the budget reconciliation process, which allows lawmakers to approve and advance budget-related
CBS News (Online) NPR (Online News) National Review (News)Feb 05 2021
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Senate Votes 99-1 for Targeted Stimulus Checks
The Senate voted 99-1 Thursday in favor of an amendment to the Biden administration's $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus package. The amendment would ensure targeted stimulus checks, which would exclude higher earners from receiving direct pandemic relief payments. Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) was the only senator in opposition. It's unclear at this point how exactly the cut-off between eligible
Newsmax (News) NBC News Digital CNBCFeb 03 2021
Headline Roundup
Perspectives: Raising the Minimum Wage
In his $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief aid proposal, President Joe Biden included a plan to increase minimum wage to $15 per hour. The plan would more than double the national minimum wage in increments over four years from $7.25 per hour, where it has stood since 2009. Advocates of the plan highlight how a $15 minimum wage would help full-time workers rise above the poverty line; others point
Reason The Atlantic Wall Street Journal (News)Sep 22 2022
Headline Roundup
Fatalities Rise in Iran as Protests Continue Over Death of 22-Year-Old
The Iranian government is cracking down on civil unrest stemming from the recent death of Kurdish 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who died in custody after being arrested by Iranian Morality Police for a dress code violation. While figures are scattered and some unconfirmed, reports indicate at least nine people have been killed during clashes between protestors and the state.
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Associated Press Fox News Digital ReutersFeb 21 2019
Perspectives Blog
Updated Media Bias Chart: Version 1.1
Editor's Note: Some information may be outdated. View the latest version of the AllSides Media Bias Chart here.
Earlier this month, we released Version 1 of the AllSides Media Bias Chart, which is based on over 600 AllSides media bias ratings. The media bias chart offers an easy way for you to identify political bias in the news, so you can avoid being misled and decide the
Julie MastrineJun 28 2021
Headline Roundup
Federal Court Dismisses Facebook Antitrust Lawsuits
On Monday, a federal court dismissed antitrust lawsuits against Facebook by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and more than 40 states. Judge James E. Boasberg dismissed the states' lawsuit, which claimed Facebook had an unfair monopoly and said it should sell popular applications Instagram and WhatsApp, because too much time had passed since Facebook bought the companies in 2012 and 2014.
CNBC Washington Examiner New York Times (News)May 28 2019
Perspectives Blog
How to Avoid an ALL CAPS Screaming Match: 5 Tips for Productive Debate
Hemingway said, “The world is a fine place and worth fighting for.” What does “the world” actually mean? It could mean macro issues, like human rights, social and economic policies, and international peace and prosperity. If you care about these issues, they are certainly worth promoting through sound argument. But “the world” can also mean your world, in an individual sense—for example, your
Albert NavarraMar 01 2022
Headline Roundup
International Sanctions Threaten Russian Economy
The Russian ruble lost roughly 30% of its value on Monday after countries around the world issued sweeping economic sanctions in response to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
While Russia’s central bank had a plan to prop up the value of its currency, international sanctions blocked it from accessing much of its foreign-held reserve funds. Several key Russian banks were cut out of
CNBC The Guardian New York Post (News)Apr 21 2023
Headline Roundup
Should Congress Members Be Prohibited From Buying and Selling Stocks?
Following a report on congressional stock trading, outlets across the spectrum are publishing articles about pushback against congress members with acute insight of economic headwinds engaging in stock trading.
Well-Timed Stock Decisions: A report from the New York Times this week outlined how “members of Congress continue to buy and sell stocks and other financial assets in industries
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