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Aug 11 2020
Perspectives Blog
When College Football Games Affect the Presidential Election
Joe Biden’s selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate did not have nearly the impact on the presidential race as other news that was breaking this week. If Donald Trump is not re-elected, he can blame Northern Illinois University.
That’s not because the state of Illinois is in play. Republicans haven’t won a presidential election in the Land of Lincoln for more than thirty years
Dan SchnurJan 07 2021
Perspectives Blog
Story of the Week: Congress Confirms Biden's Victory; 4 Dead After Capitol Chaos
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Congress certified President-elect Joe Biden's victory early Thursday after tallying states' Electoral College votes. Shortly after, President Donald Trump released a statement saying "there will be an orderly transition" on Jan. 20. The conclusions followed chaos in Washington D.C. Wednesday, as Trump
AllSides StaffApr 17 2022
Headline Roundup
How Media Outlets Are Connecting Easter Sunday To World Events
On Easter Sunday, voices across the political spectrum are taking the time to reflect on various world events.
Defined by a cover photo featuring two masked people praying in church, CNN (Left bias) emphasized a number of ways that the COVID-19 pandemic mirrors the tragedy and rebirth of Jesus Christ. Just as Jesus' followers "embraced new ways of worship" following a series of crises,
Fox News (Opinion) CNN (Opinion) NewsweekDec 17 2012
News
Democrats Push Ban on Assault Weapons
Democrats say meaningful action in the wake of the school shootings in Connecticut must include a ban on military-style assault weapons and a look at how the nation deals with individuals suffering from serious mental illness.
Several Democratic lawmakers and Independent Sen. Joe Lieberman said it was time to take a deeper look into the recent spate of mass shootings and what can be
Newsmax (News)Aug 15 2022
Headline Roundup
Rudy Giuliani Named as Target in Georgia 2020 Election Criminal Probe
Rudy Giuliani has been called on to testify before a special grand jury in Georgia investigating efforts by former President Donald Trump and his supporters to overturn the 2020 election.
Giuliani’s lawyers on Monday revealed that an Atlanta prosecutor labeled him an official "target" of the criminal probe. Giuliani, who previously served as Trump's personal lawyer, is seen as a
The Daily Wire CNN (Online News) Wall Street Journal (News)Jun 16 2022
Headline Roundup
What Does a Republican Victory in South Texas Mean for Hispanic Voters in 2022?
Political media speculated on the partisan leanings of Hispanic voters after a Latina Republican won a House seat in South Texas’ deep-blue Rio Grande Valley region.
Mayra Flores, who will become the first Mexican-born congresswoman, defeated Democrat Dan Sanchez and two other candidates in Tuesday’s special election with 50.1% of the vote. She will serve until January to finish the
The Hill The Texas Tribune National Review (News)Mar 13 2023
Headline Roundup
Blame Game Begins in Silicon Valley Bank Collapse
Some politicians and media figures sought to place blame after Silicon Valley Bank became the second-largest bank to fail in U.S. history.
Blaming Loose Rules: Some voices noted that SVB was one of several small and mid-size banks which lobbied to exempt themselves from the 2010 Dodd-Frank Act’s regulations. Those rules were rolled back in a 2018 bill signed by former President Donald
CNBC Politico Washington ExaminerJul 26 2023
Headline Roundup
Hunter Biden Pleads Not Guilty to Tax Crimes After Deal Collapses
Hunter Biden unexpectedly pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal tax crimes after a plea deal with prosecutors fell apart.
Key Details: U.S. District Court Judge Maryellen Noreika asked prosecutors whether future charges could be brought, sparking disagreement among the prosecution and defense. Prosecutors said Hunter remains under federal investigation, but didn't say why. Hunter was
Washington Examiner The Hill Associated PressApr 22 2021
Perspectives Blog
Did The New York Times Spread Misinformation About a Capitol Officer’s Death?
Earlier this week, it emerged that Capitol Police officer Brian D. Sicknick suffered two strokes and died of natural causes a day after the January 6 riot at the Capitol, according to a ruling by the District’s chief medical examiner.
The ruling means federal prosecutors will likely be unable to bring homicide charges in connection with his death. Two men have already been charged
Julie MastrineMay 14 2015
Perspectives Blog