Today marks the 102nd anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, one of the worst incidents of racial violence in American history.
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According to a recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Center from March 20-26, 2023, the majority of Americans have overwhelmingly unfavorable views of both Russia and China, as well as their respective leaders.
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California Senator Dianne Feinstein returned to the Senate on May 16, 2023, after a nearly three-month absence. Feinstein, 89, was recovering from a case of shingles, a viral infection that can cause a painful rash.
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63 years ago this week, Israel made a momentous announcement: they had captured Adolf Eichmann, one of the masterminds behind the Holocaust. Following World War II, numerous high-ranking Nazis sought refuge in South America to escape prosecution for their war crimes. Eichmann found shelter in Argentina, residing in a small town near Buenos Aires.
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May 17, 2004, marked a historic day in the United States. Massachusetts became the first state to legalize same-sex marriage, paving the way for other states to follow suit. The landmark decision was made by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, which ruled that the state constitution guarantees the right to same-sex marriage.
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Pew Research recently released a report on how the ongoing conflict in Ukraine has significantly influenced American perspectives on Russia, Ukraine, and NATO, potentially shaping the country's foreign policy in the future.
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On Saturday, the Governor of North Carolina, Roy Cooper, vetoed a 12-week abortion ban that had been passed by the Republican-controlled state legislature. Although the Republicans hold a supermajority, Cooper believes there is one Republican who will vote against the ban…
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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to recognize the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans (AAPI) to the United States. AAPIs have made significant contributions to various fields, including science, technology, politics, and the arts. Here are some notable AAPI figures who have made a significant impact in their respective fields.
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In a 2022 survey conducted by the Pew Research Center, nearly 12,000 working U.S.-based journalists were asked about their concerns regarding potential restrictions on press freedoms in the country. The results showed that 57% of the respondents are extremely or very concerned, with a third of journalists saying they are extremely concerned. Another 23% are somewhat concerned, while only 20% have low levels of concern about the future of press freedoms domestically.
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According to the latest available statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more Americans died of gun-related injuries in 2021 than in any other year on record. In total, 48,830 people died from gun-related injuries in the U.S. in 2021, which included record numbers of both gun murders and gun suicides. The number of gun deaths has been increasing in recent years, but the rate of gun deaths, which accounts for the nation's growing population, remained below the levels of earlier decades.
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President George H. W. Bush designated May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in 1992. In this annual celebration, Asian Americans, Pacific Islander Americans, and Native Hawaiians are recognized for their many contributions and achievements. This month-long observance was established to commemorate the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants to the United States on May 7, 1843.
Read MorePro-lifers like to promote adoption as a panacea for unwanted pregnancies.
Too many babies born after anti-abortion laws enacted?
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“To tie [the debt ceiling] to … breaking the promises of the United States government to people all over the world as well as its own citizens, just makes no sense. So it ought to be banned as a weapon. It should be like nuclear bombs, basically too horrible to use.”
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The U.S. federal income tax system is a complex web of regulations and requirements that govern how individuals and corporations are taxed. It's a crucial source of revenue for the federal government, funding various programs and services.
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“Federal and state entities should be working together to increase accountability and ramp up enforcement — not make it easier to illegally hire children to do what are often dangerous jobs. No child should be working in dangerous workplaces in this country, full stop.–Labor Solicitor Seema Nanda
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A recent survey conducted by Pew Research Center found that more Americans believe medication abortion should be legal than illegal in their state, as the future of abortion pills faces legal uncertainties. The survey, conducted before conflicting court rulings on medication abortion in Texas and Washington state, revealed that 53% of adults believe medication abortion should be legal, while only 22% think it should be illegal, with 24% being unsure.
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico was interviewed on Face the Nation. New Mexico is recognized as a sanctuary for abortion access due to its proximity to several states with limited abortion rights. She is concerned that future federal court rulings may go beyond prohibiting access to abortion:
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59 years ago today, Sidney Poitier won the Oscar for Best Actor. This is a significant moment in the history of Hollywood and American society. At the time, Poitier was the first Black actor to receive the award, which was a major milestone for racial representation in the film industry.
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With the approaching IRS deadline, Pew Research conducted a poll on Americans' thoughts about the federal tax system. The biggest concern is that large corporations and wealthy people are not paying their fair share.
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A recent survey conducted by Pew Research Center found that most Americans have favorable opinions of federal agencies and departments, with 14 out of 16 agencies having net favorable ratings of 15 points or more. The National Park Service, the U.S. Postal Service, and NASA…
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