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How you can help victims of the Israel-Hamas Conflict
Resources and ways to help the victims of the Israel-Hamas Conflict.
Pew Research: 9 Insights into Recent Latino Immigrants to the U.S.
Pew Research conducted a study on recent Latino immigrants in the United States. This article provides an overview of the key traits and developments within this group.
Pew Research: Most Americans Favor Removal of Electoral College System
Two contentious elections in the U.S. were decided by the Electoral College in the 2000s. According to a recent survey by the Pew Research Center, a majority of Americans are favoring a shift towards a popular vote system.
ICYMI: Recent Elections Show Voters Rejecting MAGA Extremism
In a recent special election held last week, Democrats secured a significant victory that has caught the attention of political analysts at FiveThirtyEight.org. Democrat Hal Rafter emerged victorious, defeating Republican James Guzofski with a 56 percent to 44 percent margin to fill a Republican-held seat in the New Hampshire state House. This outcome is not just a local event; it could be a harbinger of a larger trend with implications for the 2024 elections.
Do You Know? President Biden Announces the First White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention?
In a significant stride towards enhancing gun safety measures, the Biden Administration achieved a historic milestone last year by ushering in the first gun violence prevention law in three decades. The momentum continues as President Biden announced a groundbreaking development on Friday – the establishment of the inaugural federal office dedicated to preventing gun violence.
Pew Research: 6 Key Findings on Mexicans' Views of the U.S. and Their Homeland
Mexicans and Mexican-Americans are a vital part of the American fabric, and their perspectives on the United States and their homeland are important to understand. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we take a look at some key findings from a recent Pew Research Center survey on these topics.
Remember When: "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Was Repealed
On September 20, 2011, a momentous change swept through the United States military as it officially repealed the long-standing policy of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT). This policy, which had been in place since 1993, had prohibited openly gay and lesbian individuals from serving in the military.
Do You Know: President Biden has Created a Manufacturing Boom in America
During the pandemic, you may have noticed that products like cars, cell phones, refrigerators, and gaming consoles became scarcer in the US due to supply chain disruptions, causing prices, especially for vehicles, to skyrocket. These shortages were primarily caused by the heavy reliance on microchip manufacturing in Taiwan.
16 Years of the UN Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Sixteen years ago this week, the United Nations witnessed a historic moment that would reshape the landscape of Indigenous rights across the globe. On September 13, 2007, the UN General Assembly took a monumental step by adopting the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). Let's revisit this pivotal event.
Presidential Centers Affirm that "Democracy Holds Us Together"
Last week, a coalition of thirteen Presidential Foundations and Centers made history by jointly releasing a statement addressing the future of our nation and issuing an urgent call to action for all Americans:
Pew Research: Understanding Black Workers' Perspectives
In the vast landscape of the U.S. labor force, the experiences of Black workers are undeniably distinct. With over 21 million Black Americans actively participating in the workforce, their roles, challenges, and aspirations stand out in significant ways. This Labor Day, let's delve into the facts and figures that paint a comprehensive picture of Black workers' labor force experiences and attitudes.
Do You Know? Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is the Largest Infrastructure Investment since the 1950s
The President's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law marks a historic commitment to the transportation sector, enhancing public safety, bolstering climate resilience, fostering nationwide job creation, and promoting a fairer future.
Remember When: The Camp David Accords
Forty-five years ago this month, a momentous event reshaped the course of history in the Middle East. The Camp David Accords, signed on September 17, 1978, marked a significant step towards peace in a region persistently plagued by strife.
Pew Research Finds the Key Motivator for Gun Ownership is Protection; Guns are Too Easy to Obtain
A recent Pew Research Center survey sheds light on the motivations behind gun ownership in the United States. According to the study, most gun owners own weapons primarily for protection.
Remember When: The IRA Announced a Cessation of Violence for Peace
In the turbulent history of Northern Ireland, August 31, 1994, stands out as a pivotal moment. It was a day when the world watched as the IRA declared a truce in its struggle to end British control over Northern Ireland
Do You Know? Biden's Foreign Policy Strategy and Accomplishments
President Biden's latest foreign policy achievement revolves around a transformative shift in U.S. global engagement, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. Notable highlights include:
Quote by Prof. Laurence Tribe — 14th Amendment Section 3
In an article published in The Atlantic published on August 19th, retired federal judge J. Michael Luttig and distinguished legal scholar Laurence Tribe argue that the Constitution contains a provision that could render Donald Trump ineligible for future public office. This provision, Section Three of the Fourteenth Amendment, is commonly referred to as the "disqualification clause."
Pew Research: Americans' Views on Climate Change
Maui's devastating wildfires, which killed 96 people to date, is the most lethal wildfire in the US in over a century.
Do You Know: The Inflation Reduction Act and Its Impact on Jobs and Climate Change
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has been a major success in its first year, spurring hundreds of billions of dollars in clean technology investments. The IRA's private sector-led, government-enabled approach has been a major factor in its success, with companies pouring over $270 billion into U.S.-based clean energy projects, including wind, solar, and batteries. Electric vehicle technology investment has also surpassed $130 billion.
Remember When: DJ Kool Herc invented Hip Hop
Today marks a historic milestone in music history as we commemorate the 50th anniversary of a legendary moment that shaped the world of music forever! On this day, Clive Campbell, famously known as DJ Kool Herc, set the Bronx on fire at his sister Cindy's birthday party.