Saturday, February 22, 2025

News and Politics

From Scandals to Reforms: A Congress Timeline

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Congress Timeline: From Scandals to Reforms The United States Congress has gone through many scandals and reforms throughout its history. Here’s a timeline of some of the most significant events: Late 1800s Priveleged Congress In the late 1800s, Congressmen were seen as privileged individuals who used their power for personal gain, leading to scandals such as Credit Mobilier and the …

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10 Key Issues Shaping Public Policy Today

The Top Influences on Public Policy With the dawn of a new decade came societal shift, economic fluctuations, continued technological advancements and impactful events across the globe. These pressures shape our world, and subsequently drive public policy around the world. Listed below are some of the major political pressures influencing public policies around the world: Health care costs: The rising …

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Women challenge male dominance in Japanese politics.

Female candidates in local elections in Japan this weekend are facing one of the toughest glass ceilings in the world. Participation in politics among women in the country is among the lowest, with women making up just 10% of lower house MPs, and over 30% of town and village assemblies having no female representatives. Female candidates also report being the …

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India’s daily Covid cases rise, up 13%.

India's daily Covid cases rise, up 13%.

India Records Over 6,000 Daily Covid Cases India has reported more than 6,000 new Covid-19 cases for the fourth straight day on Monday, taking the country’s total number of coronavirus infections to over 145,000. The number of reported cases rose by 6,535 in the last 24 hours – an increase of 13% from the previous day. Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu …

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Why is this train station advanced?

Why is this train station advanced?

“The World’s Most Advanced Train Station” Opens in Osaka The western Japanese city of Osaka is now home to what’s being described as the world’s most advanced train station. The “Umekita underground exit” extension of the existing Osaka Station aims to add an additional 12,000 passengers to the station’s daily footfall of approximately 300,000. The new wing is located eight …

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How Political Commentators Shape Public Opinion and Policy

The Impact of Political Commentators on Public Opinion and Policy Decisions Politics has always been a polarizing topic that elicits strong emotions from individuals on both sides of the ideological divide. However, for most Americans, political commentators are their primary source of information when it comes to the policies and controversies of the current administration. Political commentators have an enormous …

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Behind Closed Doors: A Peek Into Congress’ Inner Workings

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Unlocking the Secrets of Congress: What Happens Behind Closed Doors Have you ever wondered what happens when the doors of the U.S. Capitol’s chambers are closed and only members of Congress are left in the room? Welcome to a world where sides are picked, arguments ensue, and democracy is put to the test all in the pursuit of what is …

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Best Political Columns to Spark Debate and Inspiration

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The Most Influential Politcal Columns for sparking Debate and Inspiring Change The Power of a Column News columns are a powerful tool for shaping public opinion, educating readers on current events, and inspiring policy progression. They provide a platform for expert commentary, in-depth analysis, and facilitate critical discussions. In today’s politically charged climate, society is ravenous for intelligent insights and …

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Buckhead secessionist departs; Abrams joins Howard.

Buckhead secessionist departs; Abrams joins Howard.

Political Rewind: Buckhead Cityhood Leader Leaves Buckhead; Stacey Abrams Heads to Howard University On Thursday, a leader of the “Buckhead City” movement, Bill White, announced his departure from Buckhead, blaming Governor Brian Kemp for killing the cityhood effort. Meanwhile, Stacey Abrams accepted a chair position at Howard University while remaining a resident of Georgia. The Details In an episode of …

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Pentagon to publish critiques of Afghanistan exit.

Pentagon to publish critiques of Afghanistan exit.

Pentagon Sends Report on US Withdrawal from Afghanistan to Congress The Pentagon has sent a report on the 2023 US withdrawal from Afghanistan and the Abbey Gate attack at the Kabul airport to Congress. The report includes details of the attack during the evacuation which killed 13 US service members. The classified report will be available electronically to members of …

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