ECONOMIC POLICY

Oct 16 2024FINANCE

Why Britain's Lower Inflation is Making Waves in Global Markets

Stock markets around the world had a mixed day on Wednesday. This happened after U.S. stocks lost some of their recent gains, especially in tech and energy companies. Britain reported that its inflation rate dropped to 1.7% in September, the lowest in over three years. This good news boosted the FTS

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Will Biden's Legacy Hurt Harris' Chance at the White House?

President Joe Biden's unpopularity is a big deal. His policies, like the border situation and the economy, haven't been well-received. Even though he's not on the ballot, his shadow looms large. His vice president, Kamala Harris, is trying to win the election, but Biden's low approval rating is maki

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

John Birch Society: Misunderstanding the Founders' Intent?

Did you know that the John Birch Society claims to support the U.S. Constitution and the original intent of the Founding Fathers? But is this really true? Let’s take a closer look. The John Birch Society, or JBS, was founded over 60 years ago with the aim of educating Americans about our constituti

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

The Port Strike: A Test of Balance Between Economy and Labor Rights

The sudden halt of operations at major ports along the Atlantic coast has thrown the Biden administration into a delicate balancing act. Thousands of longshore workers, represented by the International Longshoremen's Association, have walked out in protest over wages and job protections. The dispute

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

A New Path Forward: Bipartisan Cooperation on Key Issues

The vice-presidential debate between J.D. Vance and Tim Walz was a refreshing change from the typical partisan rhetoric we see in politics today. Gone were the bombastic hot takes, replaced by a civil and respectful conversation about the future of the country. However, what's equally remarkable is

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Sep 20 2024BUSINESS

The Rate Cut Ruckus: A Tale of Unbiased Economic Decision-Making

Imagine a world where a central bank chief announces a significant rate cut, and instead of sparking controversy, it brings relief to the economy. That's exactly what happened when Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve chair, made the decision to lower borrowing costs by a half-point. The move was seen

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

The Hoop Shoot Showdown: NBA Stars Weigh In on the Presidential Debate

As the presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump heated up, the basketball community couldn’t help but chime in. Magic Johnson, a vocal supporter of Harris, believes she laid out a comprehensive economic plan aimed at lifting the middle class. “She

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Sep 08 2024POLITICS

Trump's Word Salad Served Up to Hungry Audience

The Economic Club of New York was served a heaping plate of incoherent gibberish this afternoon, and despite knowing it would likely cause food poisoning, the audience gobbled it up. Donald Trump, the master chef of nonsensical word salads, took to the stage and dished out an 'economic speech' that

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