Regardless of the funding, Texas trans mailer exposes harmful extremism

Regardless of the funding, Texas trans mailer exposes harmful extremism

Recently, a substantial number of Texas families received a pamphlet titled “Texas Trans and LGBTQ+ Student Resource Guide.” This guide appears to contain information aimed at trans minors who are considering emancipation from their parents or exploring gender affirmation procedures. The mailers sparked a significant backlash, filled with both outrage and skepticism, particularly after the […]

Alameda’s guaranteed income program concludes as federal funding runs out.

Alameda's guaranteed income program concludes as federal funding runs out.

A mayor in California is advocating for monthly cash payments as a way to ease the financial burden on residents dealing with the state’s rising cost of living, even though city officials are grappling with the challenge of finding long-term funding for such programs. Alameda’s Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft expressed her support for guaranteed income […]

Funding from tech companies like Anthropic and SpaceX is changing philanthropy, but will this money support progressive causes or everyday Americans?

Funding from tech companies like Anthropic and SpaceX is changing philanthropy, but will this money support progressive causes or everyday Americans?

This past Sunday, Anthropic, a prominent AI company, announced its intention to allocate 5% of its shares to a philanthropic fund. At first glance, this seems quite generous. However, it’s worth noting that this fund is under the control of Anthropic’s leadership, focusing on what some might call “woke” Effective Altruism initiatives. For example, they […]

Jews in New York City require more than just Mamdani’s security funding.

Jews in New York City require more than just Mamdani's security funding.

Exploring Identity and Antisemitism in Brooklyn Living in Crown Heights, Brooklyn as a Jewish person, I blend in without drawing much attention. I don’t wear traditional symbols like a kippah, nor do I observe Shabbat. On a typical Saturday, walking along Eastern Parkway, I’m just another face in the crowd. For many of my neighbors, […]

Social Security may experience a possible 22% reduction in benefits as the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment sparks discussions about funding.

Social Security SSI payments will be issued early because of an unusual weekend schedule.

Concerns Surrounding Social Security Benefits and Future Funding According to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB), Social Security beneficiaries might see their benefits cut by 22% in 2032 if Congress doesn’t take action soon. This alarming forecast comes as discussions about the program’s financial stability are reignited by a new cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). […]

Maine Debate — Troy Jackson Promises to Cut Funding for ICE: ‘Unchangeable’

Maine Debate — Troy Jackson Promises to Cut Funding for ICE: 'Unchangeable'

Maine Senate Candidate Proposes Major Changes to ICE Maine Democratic Senate hopeful Troy Jackson announced on Thursday his intention to cut funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and reassign its responsibilities to Customs and Border Protection (CBP). He described ICE as irreparable during a debate with incumbent Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) on WMTW. Jackson, […]