After suffering a defeat in the recent election, Democrats are eager to move forward by selecting a new Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair. This position is crucial, especially with the 2028 presidential election around the corner. Several candidates have already expressed interest, each with
In a no-drama leadership election, House Democrats have decided to stick with their top brass from the previous term. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries from New York, along with his team—Minority Whip Katherine Clark from Massachusetts and Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar from California—faced zero
More than 40 of Hong Kong’s prominent democracy advocates have been sentenced to prison in the city’s largest ever national security trial. This includes well-known figures like Joshua Wong, who led pro-democracy protests and shouted “I love Hong Kong” before his sentence. The sentences range from 5
Throughout history, authoritarian leaders have used similar tactics to undermine democracy. Recently, concerns have been raised about potential policies that mirror these authoritarian actions. However, the United States has a strong tradition of protecting human rights and democratic institutions.
The Democratic party is in a pickle. After their latest loss, they're wrestling with what to do next. Some are shouting, "Economy first! " They think helping people with their wallets should be the top priority. Others are saying, "No way, it's identity issues that matter most. " They believe that f
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a big deal worldwide, with more people getting sick and dying from it. Scientists have been looking into a substance called homocysteine (Hcy) to see if it's linked to CVD. Only about half of CVD cases can be explained by the usual risk factors like smoking or high bl
Silicosis is a serious disease that affects many workers worldwide and currently has no cure. It's similar to another lung disease called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Two medicines, pirfenidone and nintedanib, are already used to treat IPF. Scientists thought these drugs might also help peop
Sen. Bernie Sanders, known for his progressive views, believes Democrats lost the 2024 election by focusing too much on race, gender, and sexual orientation. He thinks candidates shouldn't rely solely on identity politics. Sanders commends Democrats for fighting against racism and promoting equal ri
Imagine having Thanksgiving dinner without certain family members because they chose a different candidate. That’s what some Democrats are suggesting after the recent election. J. D. Vance, the Vice President-elect, advised against this, saying politics shouldn't divide families. But is that advice
In the race to fill the vacant seat left by Rep. Katie Porter, state Senator Dave Min is set to become the new representative for California's 47th Congressional District. Min, a Democrat, has secured the win over Republican Scott Baugh, keeping the seat in Democratic hands. The district, located in
