Politics - Page 2
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GOP Gags Witnesses On Credit Card Woes
A waiver seems to be a ploy leading to GOP silencing witnesses regarding a probable unfair business practice of American credit card companies. Interest rates would suddenly soar without issuing clients a prior notification.
As Midterm Campaigning Heats Up, Anti-Abortion Advocates Target Pro-Life Democrats
As midterm campaigning heats up, anti-abortion advocates target pro-life democrats, something the public is already used to seeing during election period. Both groups express their opinions in support of their respective beliefs pertaining to abortion.
Reasons To Hire A Student Defense Attorney
Students are the center of educational activity and the protagonists of their own learning process to become tomorrow's professionals. But throughout their academic training, they may encounter problems related to their educational activity that may hinder or even prevent their evolution and development in education.
Factcheck.Org Comes To McCain’s Defense On Birth Control
Senator John McCain and birth control issues hogged headlines after a reporter asked something about an alleged unfair dealing by health insurance companies when it comes to female contraceptives and erectile dysfunction drugs. After fact checking the matter, it was discovered that the reporter’s question had no factual basis.
Longshoremen Union Protests War
The Longshoremen war protest calls for the U.S. government to cease the war it has waged on Iraq. It has long been a tradition for this union to assemble and make peaceful protests on issues confronting the working class.
U.S. Intelligence Agencies Militarizing
The installation of military in U.S. intelligence agencies generated contrasting opinions among lawmakers, analysts, and historians, among others. As others argued about it, there were those who favored it, reasoning how such move could help fight local and global concerns, such as terrorism.
Obama Announces ‘Republicans For Obama’
The campaign ‘Republicans for Obama,’ with the man of the hour being a Democrat, seemed to be a far-fetched move - but it’s not. Some Republicans praised the man for his vision and actions. More than the verbal accolades, they’re now even endorsing him.
Donald Rumsfeld - Still There
Donald Rumsfeld is not going anywhere. He’s still around and still imparting his opinions on how the U.S. government should act on establishing another department. To be specific, a ministry that would deal with propaganda campaigns.
Judicial Partisanship Awards
American legal scholar Cass R. Sunstein deliberated about the decision-making ways of U.S. justices and the probable partisan bias in the halls of justice. He also mentioned the recipients of the judicial partisanship awards and enumerated lessons regarding partisanship.
Global Icons - How Celebrities Impact International Relations
In today's interconnected world, the influence of celebrities extends far beyond the realms of entertainment and into the realm of international relations. These global icons, with their massive platforms and immense popularity, have the power to shape public opinion, drive social change, and even impact diplomatic relations between nations.
Mitch Mcconnell Approval Rating - Least-Popular US Senator
In a September 2022 survey of American adults, Republican Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell approval rating was very unfavorable. It was just 38% (from respondents of the survey). On the other hand, 5% of those who answered gave the Senate Minority Leader a very good rating.
Tate Reeves - Mississippi Governor COVID Eternal Life Belief
Tate Reeves, Mississippi governor COVID eternal life thoughts went popular in 2021. The governor of Mississippi stated that he stands by comments he made at a political fundraiser, in which he stated that he thought Christians were "a little less terrified" of COVID-19 because they believed in eternal life.
Why Republicans Voted Against Baby Formula?
To solve infant formula shortages in the United States, the House approved the Infant Formula Supplemental Appropriations Act, with just 192 Republicans voting no. Why republicans voted against baby formula that would have helped ease the problems caused by the shortage of formula, which was caused by a recall at the factory?
Joe Biden - Born Between The Great Depression And World War II
Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr., better known by his nickname Joe Biden, was born on November 20, 1942 in Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States. He served as the 47th Vice President of the United States under the Democratic administration of President Barack Obama from 2009 until 2021. Joe Biden became the 46th President of the United States in 2021. He formerly served his home state of Delaware in the United States Senate (1973–2009).
King Charles III - 70 Years In Waiting, Oldest British Monarch
While the people mourn the passing of the longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, they also find themselves talking about King Charles III. For him, the long wait is over as heir apparent. The public will now place him under closer scrutiny in the coming days.
Donald Trump Trial - Where To Start And How It Might End
Considering the number of legal issues thrown at the former U.S. president, which seems to increase with the passing of time, it appears a Donald Trump trial is in the making. What charges could be filed against him? Will a trial derail his 2024 presidential plans? How can he make America great again if he gets indicted?
New Conservative Group Got $1.6 Billion Dark Money Donation From A Single Donor
The new conservative group got 1.6 billion dark money donation from a single donor. The largest single donation to a politically focused nonprofit that has ever been made public, $1.6 billion was given to a new organization managed by a well-known conservative lawyer. This windfall might be utilized to advance right-wing causes.
Trump Launched Scathing Criticism At McConnell 'Broken Down Political Hack'
In a heated argument about the Republican Party's campaign for the midterm elections in the Senate, former President Donald Trump launched scathing criticism at McConnell, the Senate Minority Leader. In a post on social media, Trump launched a furious attack on Sen. Mitch McConnell over the prospects of the Republican Party regaining a majority in the House of Representatives in the midterm elections in November. Mitch McConnell, full name Addison Mitchell McConnell Jr., is an American politician and former attorney who has served as Kentucky's senior senator and Senate minority leader since 2021.