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Oct 07 2022
Headline Roundup
How Should Western Countries Support Iranian Protesters?
Protests in Iran continued for a third week over the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, prompting a wide range of perspectives on the protesters, the country’s hijab laws, the government’s anti-protest efforts, and ways international supporters can help.
By some counts, over 150 people have been killed amid a forceful and often violent government crackdown. Many around the world,
The Hill Bloomberg Washington ExaminerAug 27 2021
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Supreme Court Ends Eviction Moratorium With 6-3 Vote
The Supreme Court voted 6-3 Thursday to end a federal eviction moratorium that was recently extended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The eviction freeze applied to parts of the country experiencing significant COVID-19 spread; the CDC extended it on Aug. 3 to run through Oct. 3, bypassing Congressional approval. The majority of the court agreed that "...It is up to Congress
New York Post (News) Reuters Washington PostMar 10 2023
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Mexican Cartel Issues Apology, Turns in Members After Murder of Americans
The Mexican cartel responsible for kidnapping and murdering two Americans last week issued an apparent apology.
The Details: The apology letter was found along with five apparent cartel members whose hands had been tied. It addresses "the society of Matamoros, the relatives of Ms. Areli, and the affected American people and families." Areli was a local woman who was killed by a stray
The Daily Caller Reuters CNN (Online News)Sep 27 2021
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New York May Call On National Guard To Replace Unvaccinated Healthcare Workers
With tens of thousands of health care employees likely to miss New York’s approaching deadline for mandated vaccinations, Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering employing the National Guard and out-of-state medical workers to fill hospital staffing shortages. In a statement issued on Saturday, Hochul said she plans on declaring a state of emergency that would “allow qualified health care
Fox News (Online News) Reuters The GuardianJan 17 2019
Perspectives Blog
Story of the Week: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Proposes 70 Percent Marginal Tax Rate: Too Much or Just Right?
In an interview with Anderson Cooper, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez proposed a marginal tax rate of 70 percent on all earnings over $10 million to finance a "green new deal." Some have criticized the new lawmaker's economic policy as ineffective and have accused her of taking too drastic an approach. Others emphasize that the top tax rate has been higher or just as high in the past and would AllSides StaffJan 04 2013
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Report: Hillary Clinton Will Testify on Benghazi
Following an extended health scare that prevented her from appearing before Congress, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will finally testify under oath about the September 11 massacre in Benghazi, Libya. The UK Daily Mail reports:
Hillary Clinton will testify in front of Congress about the terrorist attack on the American consulate in Benghazi, Libya - despite receiving a concussion
TownhallMar 27 2024
Headline Roundup
Biden Promises Federal Funding for Baltimore After Key Bridge Collapse
Following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on Tuesday, President Joe Biden called on Congress to fund its reconstruction.
The Details: Biden affirmed his dedication to reopening the port and rebuilding the bridge as swiftly as possible. He anticipates congressional support for the endeavor. The bridge's collapse and the consequent port closure have impeded one
Newsweek Washington Examiner CNN BusinessJul 10 2023
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Marine in Custody After Missing 14-Year-Old Girl Found in California Barracks
A U.S. Marine is in custody after a missing 14-year-old girl with learning disabilities was found in the barracks of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, California.
The Details: According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, military police found the girl on June 28, over two weeks after she was reported missing. The Marine hasn't been identified or officially
New York Daily News International Business Times The Daily CallerJul 13 2021
Headline Roundup
Perspectives: Cuban Protests
Protests that broke out over the weekend against Cuba’s government continued on Monday in some cities, including Tampa, Florida. Cuban anti-government activists said that over 100 people were arrested or missing as of Tuesday. Among those detained was Spanish journalist Camila Acosta, whose release was demanded by the Spanish government on Tuesday. The events also strained relations between
Washington Post CNN (Online News) National Review (News)Jan 01 2024
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What New Laws Will 2024 Bring?
2024 is here, and so are many new laws and Supreme Court decisions.
State Laws: States across the country are enacting new laws on abortion, immigration, crime, education, minimum wage, and more.
Federal Laws: One of the most impactful new federal laws mandates more transparency on information that businesses must report to the federal government.
Supreme Court: The
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