POLITICS

Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Russia Gains and Loses as Trump’s Actions Shift Global Power

The United States has recently intensified its military campaign against Iran, a move that has had mixed results for Russia. On one hand, higher prices for oil and gas have helped Moscow’s economy, while the country also promotes itself as a reliable source of energy for other nations. Additionally,

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

US War on Iran Costs Billions in First Days

The United States has spent about $3. 7 billion in the first 100 hours of its attack on Iran, a study says. That averages nearly $900 million each day. Most of the money goes to buying weapons, not to running the war itself. The research was done by a Washington think‑tank that looks at defense issu

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Jesse Jackson’s Farewell: A City Comes Together

The House of Hope on Chicago’s South Side hosted a heartfelt farewell for Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil‑rights icon who passed away on Feb. 17 at age 84. Former Presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton took the stage, each sharing memories that highlighted Jackson’s lifelong fight for

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

China Cuts Waste, Aims for Smart Spending

Lan Fo’an told reporters that the government cannot keep spending endlessly. The finance minister said money is not endless, so every dollar must earn something back. He announced a smaller stimulus plan for this year. The goal is to reduce wasteful costs across ministries. He added that n

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Closed Meetings Block Budget Cuts in Elmhurst

Elmhurst’s finance committee, tasked with trimming the city budget, has spent most of its time in private sessions. Since late January, about two‑thirds of the committee’s hours have been closed to the public. In total, members met privately for roughly three and a half hours while only two hours we

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Pardon Debate: Why One Politician’s Jail Time Stirs More Questions than the Other

The recent call by Gov. Jared Polis to look at former clerk Tina Peters’ sentence sparked a national conversation about fairness in the courts. Polis highlighted that Peters, a Republican who helped hack Mesa County’s election system, received nine years after being found guilty on seven charges.

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Alaska’s Energy Future: Why a Pipeline Beats Quick LNG Export

The idea of sending gas straight from the North Slope to overseas markets without a pipeline raises serious concerns. First, it would bring huge ships close to fragile Arctic communities, disturbing traditional whaling that sustains both food and culture. Hunters rely on clear waters; large tankers

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

The Real Reason People Turn to Populist Leaders

Populism is no longer just a story about workers left behind by big tech and automation. Recent elections show that fear of everyday life is pulling voters toward leaders who promise simple fixes. Economic worry spreads far beyond factories. Many people feel trapped by rising costs, uncertain jobs,

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Political Bribes and a Pardon: The Sittenfeld Saga

P. G. Sittenfeld became the youngest member of Cincinnati City Council in 2012 when he was just 27. Eight years later, the city’s top mayoral hopeful found himself in federal custody after an FBI sting that filmed him accepting $40, 000 from undercover agents posing as developers. The operation clai

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Presidents Gather to Honor Civil‑Rights Leader in Chicago

Former U. S. Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama and Bill Clinton are set to attend a large memorial service for civil‑rights activist Jesse Jackson in Chicago. The ceremony will take place at the House of Hope, a 10, 000‑seat venue on the city’s South Side. Jackson, who passed away last month at age

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