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Kyrsten Sinema Leaves the Democratic Party, Shaking Up the 2024 Senate Map

Kyrsten Sinema Leaves the Democratic Party, Shaking Up the 2024 Senate Map

“After proving to be a thorn in the side of the Democratic caucus by refusing to eliminate the filibuster, holding up key Democratic priorities, and insisting on trimming down Democratic spending bills, Senator Sinema announced that she will switch her party affiliation from Democratic to Independent… In a closely-divided state like Arizona, an Independent like Sinema running could siphon votes away from the Democratic candidate, allowing Republicans to capture a Senate seat, possibly give them a Senate majority.”

Editor's Picks, NationalSam BohmerJanuary 16, 2023National, Editor's Pick, 2024 ElectionComment

Moore County Power Outage: The New Year Brings No New Suspects

Moore County Power Outage: The New Year Brings No New Suspects

“On December 3, 2022, an unknown individual or group of individuals sent Moore County residents into darkness. When all was said and done, about 45,000 customers were left without power, with many customers not regaining power until four days later.”

Editor's Picks, LocalGrace WhittemoreJanuary 16, 2023Local, Moore County, Editor's PickComment

Trump for Presidential Run in 2024: Will His Age Be an Issue?

Trump for Presidential Run in 2024: Will His Age Be an Issue?

“Biden, who was elected to his post at 78 years old, is subjected to constant attacks about his advanced age and its impacts on his profession. A problem arises when people pose different reactions when discussing Trump’s age, who, if elected in 2024, will also be 78. The question now is: how will Republicans play around with this fact?“

Opinion, National, Columns, Editor's PicksIuri PiovezanDecember 26, 2022National, Donald Trump, 2024 Presidential Race, Opinion, Column, Editor's PickComment

The (Re)Introduction of Lula

The (Re)Introduction of Lula

“They tried to bury me alive and I’m here!”

Editor's Picks, Global, International ElectionDale Seufert-NavarroDecember 17, 2022Editor's Pick, Brazil Elections, Global Elections and PolitcsComment

Republicans Sweep North Carolina Supreme Court Elections: How the Conservative Court Could Have Major Impacts in the New Year

Republicans Sweep North Carolina Supreme Court Elections: How the Conservative Court Could Have Major Impacts in the New Year

“The new Republican dominated court will begin hearing important North Carolina cases after the two newly elected justices are sworn in at the beginning of the new year. In the words of candidate Lucy Inman, the court is “being asked to make some of the most difficult decisions they've been asked to make in my lifetime.”

Editor's Picks, LocalGrace WhittemoreDecember 15, 2022NC Supreme Court, Editor's Pick, Local Comment

China Revises Women’s Protection Law for the First Time in Decades, Addressing Inequality and Harassment

China Revises Women’s Protection Law for the First Time in Decades, Addressing Inequality and Harassment

“This is the first time in nearly 30 years that the law on women's protection was revised. The bill is titled "Women's Rights and Interests Protection Law,” and was submitted to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on Thursday, Oct. 27.”

Editor's Picks, GlobalTaylor HolbrooksNovember 20, 2022#MeToo, Women's Rights in China, Chinese Politics, Global Content, Editor's PickComment

Early Voting in Georgia Shatters Turnout Records

Early Voting in Georgia Shatters Turnout Records

“Georgia has consequential federal and state-level races on the ballot this year, including a marquee Senate race between incumbent Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Hershel Walker, a former University of Georgia football player and a recipient of the Heisman trophy (R-GA), as well as a rematch between incumbent Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) and Democratic challenger Stacey Abrams (D-GA), who hopes her efforts to increase voter access, protection, and registration since her close loss in the 2018 election will create a path to victory.”

Editor's Picks, NationalSam BohmerNovember 9, 20222022 Midterm Elections, National News, Georgia Governor Race, Editor's PickComment

The Moai Statues of Easter Island Suffered Irreversible Damage from Fire: What Does the Future Hold for the Island’s Tourism Industry?

The Moai Statues of Easter Island Suffered Irreversible Damage from Fire: What Does the Future Hold for the Island’s Tourism Industry?

“Repetitive damage to the island’s cultural relics and statues pose a threat to the preservation of the Rapa Nui people and way of life. Many wonder if selling the island as a tourist attraction is worth losing its rich, beautiful history.“

Editor's Picks, GlobalTaylor HolbrooksNovember 9, 2022Easter Island, Global, Indigenous Peoples, Editor's PickComment

OPEC’s Role in the Gas Price Crisis

OPEC’s Role in the Gas Price Crisis

“Following a crash in oil prices from the pandemic, oil companies have since moved to secure for themselves more certain assets and deals rather than tempting risk. Over the past year, expansion to new lands in exploration of oil deposits have declined drastically.“

Global, Editor's PicksColby KelleyNovember 9, 2022OPEC, World Inflation, Global, Editor's PickComment

The Future of Marijuana Use: Will North Carolinians Be Able to Legally Light It Up Anytime Soon?

The Future of Marijuana Use: Will North Carolinians Be Able to Legally Light It Up Anytime Soon?

“With the recent announcement from the White House and an increasing number of states legalizing marijuana, North Carolinians are left wondering about the future of marijuana legalization in their state. While both Governor Roy Cooper and Attorney General Josh Stein have voiced their support for legalization of marijuana, the ultimate decision lies in the hands of North Carolina’s Republican-controlled state legislature.“

Editor's Picks, Editorials, LocalGrace WhittemoreOctober 28, 2022Weed Legalization, Criminal Justice Reform, Editor's Pick, North Carolina, LocalComment

What to Make of the Recent Rise in Suicide Deaths

What to Make of the Recent Rise in Suicide Deaths

“Suicide rates represent a breakdown of economic and emotional stability and a failure of social structures to adequately reconcile the effects of that instability in an uncertain world.”

Editor's Picks, NationalDale Seufert-NavarroOctober 23, 2022Mental Health, Editor's Pick, NationalComment

Quebec Election - A New Direction for Nationalism?

Quebec Election - A New Direction for Nationalism?

“Beyond the CAQ’s sweeping victory, the election results are also notable for the sharp defeat of the Parti Quebecois and its platform of full independence from Ottawa. Yet the decline of the party most traditionally linked with Quebec separatism is not a decline of the nationalist project itself. Rather, the victory of the CAQ marks a redefinition, not a repudiation, of Quebec nationalism.”

Editor's Picks, Global, International ElectionSteven HeineOctober 22, 2022Editor's Pick, Global Elections and Politcs, Global, CanadaComment

Diplomatic Escalations in the Russia-Ukraine War

Diplomatic Escalations in the Russia-Ukraine War

“We have passed two hundred and twenty five days into the Russia-Ukraine war; Russia’s international support falls as Putin threatens nuclear escalation, and the west suspects the Kremlin of attacks on Europe’s energy infrastructure. Ukraine works to entrench its security guarantees as Russia annexes four of its regions.”

Editor's Picks, GlobalMicah McMinnOctober 14, 2022Global, Editor's Pick, Ukraine, President ZelenskyyComment

A Rightward March

A Rightward March

“The far-right may use democratic means, if necessary, to gain power, but their true alliance is not with democracy; it is with power and control.”

Editor's Picks, Opinion, Columns, EditorialsDale Seufert-NavarroOctober 13, 2022Global Elections and Politcs, Opinion, Editor's PickComment

Former President Trump Faces Ongoing Investigation Amidst Claims Certain Documents are Still Missing

Former President Trump Faces Ongoing Investigation Amidst Claims Certain Documents are Still Missing

“Former president Trump is facing an uphill battle after the FBI raid on his Mar-a-lago property failed to recover all of the missing documents that are in his possession. As the National Archives works to find the remaining documents Trump is under more and more fire from the press. This story broke a month before the 2022 midterm elections, but will it hurt the Republican party as they attempt to gain back seats they lost in the 2020 general election?”

Editor's Picks, NationalLuke RheneyOctober 12, 2022National, Editor's Pick, Criminal Investigation, Former President TrumpComment

War Crimes In Ukraine and the UN Charter: An Inadequate Mechanism of Protection?

War Crimes In Ukraine and the UN Charter: An Inadequate Mechanism of Protection?

“After a thorough investigation, a United Nations commission recently concluded that Russia committed war crimes in Ukraine, which has incited even more outrage from world leaders. UN Secretary-General António Guterres even warned that these recent developments could lead to “an endless cycle of horror and bloodshed.” The beginning of a discussion involving war crimes requires an examination of the UN Charter, which President Biden referred to in his recent speech to the UN General Assembly.”

Editor's Picks, GlobalZoë BrockenbroughOctober 10, 2022Global News, Russian Invasion of Ukraine, UN Charter, Editor's PickComment

U.S. Presents Aid to Puerto Rico After Hurricane Fiona Leaves Devastating Damage

U.S. Presents Aid to Puerto Rico After Hurricane Fiona Leaves Devastating Damage

“‘We are with you. We’re not going to walk away. We mean it.’ President Biden said during his address to FEMA on Sept. 22, 2022”

Editor's Picks, GlobalTaylor HolbrooksOctober 9, 2022Puerto Rico, Hurricane Fiona, US International Aid, Global News, Editor's PickComment

Petro’s Remarks at the UNGA and What They Mean for Colombian Domestic Policy

Petro’s Remarks at the UNGA and What They Mean for Colombian Domestic Policy

“Petro’s remarks at the UNGA signal the imminent arrival of new, left-wing legislation revolving around changes in drug policy and more aggressive climate legislation.”

Global, International Election, Editor's PicksCamilla RivasOctober 7, 2022Global Content, Columbia, Editor's PickComment

Beasley vs. Budd: A Decision for North Carolinians with Consequences Reaching Well Beyond the Tarheel State

Beasley vs. Budd: A Decision for North Carolinians with Consequences Reaching Well Beyond the Tarheel State

“While this decision for voters is mainly about choosing a representative for the Tarheel state, this senate seat could be the linchpin crucial to either party gaining control of the U.S. Senate. North Carolinians could ultimately “quietly determine the balance of power in the Senate” as they enter the voting booth this November.”

Local, Editor's PicksGrace WhittemoreOctober 6, 2022Local Elections, NC Senate, Editor's Pick Comment

Auto Racing and the Complicated State of Women’s Rights in Saudi Arabia

Auto Racing and the Complicated State of Women’s Rights in Saudi Arabia

“In the aftermath of a successful and undeniably cool event for the international women’s rally scene, the question remains: is the Rally Jameel a symbol for women’s progress in Saudi society, or does it present a false image of a country that is still far from equal?”

Global, Editor's PicksJonathan OsborneJune 30, 2022Global News, Women's Racing, Rally Jameel, Saudi Arabia, Editor's PickComment