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Democratic Critics of Israel Draw Challengers Eyeing AIPAC’s Help

Friday, December 15th, 2023

via The New York Times (Maine)

Groups aligned with AIPAC are likely to shower next year's Democratic primaries with campaign cash. One key target: Representative Ilhan Omar.

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Democrats Seize on Texas Case in Push for Abortion Rights

Wednesday, December 13th, 2023

via The New York Times (Indiana)

Democratic candidates jumped on the story of a woman who left Texas for an abortion as a cautionary tale for voters, and Republicans were largely silent.

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The Ziegler sex scandal timeline: Florida censures chairman accused of rape

Monday, December 18th, 2023

via The News Journal (Delaware)

On Dec. 17, the Florida GOP voted to strip its chair Christian Ziegler of his authority. Here is what else happened since he was accused of rape.

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Trump Mixes Grievance Politics With Bread-and-Butter G.O.P. Issues

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

via The New York Times (New York)

Though the former president often draws attention for his more extreme policy proposals and rhetoric, a set of core conservative issues appear to resonate even more with his supporters.

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Texas’ debate over school chaplains escalates school board culture wars

Thursday, December 21st, 2023

via San Antonio Current (Texas)

A new law lets schools use safety funds to pay for unlicensed chaplains working in mental health roles. Supporters say it addresses student mental health while critics blast it as a Christian nationalist attempt to convert kids.

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Democrats in Key States Worry Biden Could Be a Drag on Their Races

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

via The New York Times (Colorado)

Candidates for the Senate and House have expressed concern that the president has not done enough to build an operation or excite voters.

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Judge orders Ken Paxton to answer questions under oath in whistleblower suit

Thursday, December 21st, 2023

via San Antonio Current (Texas)

Paxton and three top aides would be required to answer with inquiries into allegations of bribery and corruption brought by his former employees.

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A Private Liberal Arts College Is Drowning in Debt. Should Alabama Rescue It?

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

via The New York Times (New York)

Birmingham-Southern College was on the verge of receiving a multimillion-dollar loan, but the state treasurer balked, saying it was not a justifiable use of taxpayer money.

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Texas gained more people than any other state in the last year

Friday, December 22nd, 2023

via San Antonio Current (Texas)

Texas grew by nearly half a million people in the past year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. But it was South Carolina that led the nation with its rate of population growth.

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Texas is the seventh-most ‘TikTok obsessed’ U.S. state, study finds

Thursday, December 28th, 2023

via San Antonio Current (Texas)

California ranked at the most TikTok-obsessed state due to its burgeoning influencer economy, researchers said.

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The Post reviewed 1,000 school book challenges. Here’s what we found.

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

via The Washington Post

The people objecting - and the titles they objected to - revealed a few surprises.

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With hate crimes on rise, Mayor Brainard defines anti-Semitism in Carmel order

Friday, December 29th, 2023

via IndyStar (Indiana)

"We will not tolerate and will certainly condemn any acts of antisemitism in our City," outgoing Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard said.

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Moving mountains: Bradenton mom gets help from Season of Sharing in rebuilding her life

Monday, January 15th, 2024

via Sarasota Herald-Tribune (Florida)

An addict and mother with PTSD and bipolar disorder claws her way back to sobriety. Season of Sharing helps her move into a place she can call home.

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Ousted Florida Republican cleared of rape allegation but faces video voyeurism charge

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

via Delaware First Media (Delaware)

Police have asked prosecutors to charge the ousted chair Christian Ziegler with illegally video recording the sexual encounter he had with a female acquaintance on Oct. 2.

School Board – General, Sex Education, Parent Involvement

Ousted Florida Republican Party Chairman Won’t Be Charged With Sexual Assault

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

via The New York Times (New York)

But the Sarasota Police Department has asked prosecutors to charge the former chairman, Christian Ziegler, with video voyeurism.

School Board – General, Parent Involvement

Budget cuts in Newsom plan alarm advocates

Wednesday, January 17th, 2024

via CalMatters (California)

Advocacy groups for foster kids, state parks and other interests push back against budget cuts in Gov. Newsom's initial plan.

Book Bans, Parent Involvement

Wisconsin Assembly approves bill guaranteeing parental oversight of children’s education

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026

via The Associated Press

The Wisconsin Assembly has approved a bill that would guarantee parents the right to determine their children's pronouns at school.

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Northville board approves seeking funding for 2 in-school health clinics

Wednesday, January 17th, 2024

via Bridge Michigan (Michigan)

The board voted 6-1 to seek funding. Some parents objected to the clinics because in addition to mental-health support they would offer a range of physical health services for which students may not need parental consent.

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George Santos, Clinging to His 15 Minutes

Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024

via The New York Times (New York)

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