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Hate crimes, or illegal acts motivated by prejudice towards certain groups, have surged in the U.S. in recent years. The FBI reported 11,288 hate crimes in 2022, up 7% from 2021 and a more…
Hate crimes, or illegal acts motivated by prejudice towards certain groups, have surged in the U.S. in recent years. The FBI reported 11,288 hate crimes in 2022, up 7% from 2021 and a more…
Going into the first debate of the 2024 campaign season, Joe Biden was already one of the least popular American presidents in recent history. At just 38.7% in early 2024, Biden’s job approval rating…
The United States presidential election is less than five months away, and the average American may not have the most favorable feelings for either major party candidate. The Pew Research Center conducted a survey…
The United States moved quickly to aid Ukraine after the Russian invasion began in February 2022. Since the conflict’s outbreak, Congress has passed five spending bills that include support for Ukraine. The United States…
Say what you will about Ronald Reagan, nobody knew how to play the American Republican like a fiddle better than this actor-turned-president. During his time in politics (and his time in Hollywood), Reagan commanded…
Taiwan’s diplomatic status is one of the most sensitive topics in global politics. As a result, most nations skirt around the issue for fear of angering China. Though Taiwan has never been a part…
By several measures, the United States is more politically divided now than at any time in recent memory. In a trend going back decades, Democrats in the U.S. Congress have been moving further to…
Presidential approval ratings offer a valuable snapshot of the mood of the country and how Americans perceive the leadership, priorities, and efficacy of the current administration. Generally, the higher the approval rating, the greater…
In the modern, post-World War II era, American presidents typically have a honeymoon phase — a period defined by high approval ratings and optimism among voters. But, as is often the case, President Joe…
Public confidence in the office of the presidency has been trending downward for years. According to historical Gallup survey data, more than 40% of American adults had little or no confidence in the executive…
The 2024 presidential election is only months away, and for millions of Americans, the economy is top of mind. According to a June 2024 poll conducted by public opinion research company Morning Consult, 77%…
Despite the efforts of multiple presidential administrations, the problem of illegal immigration — particularly along the southern border — has gone unaddressed by Congress for decades. Most recently, congressional Republicans withdrew support for an…
Federal land can be a contentious issue, depending on who you are, where you live, and what your favorite news channel says about the topic that day. But what exactly are federal lands and…
The 2024 presidential election is only five months away, and the latest poll numbers suggest the Biden campaign is facing an uphill battle. According to a recent survey conducted by public opinion research company…
Some of the most iconic handguns in American gun culture are manufactured in other countries. James Bond’s signature gun, the Walther PPK, is a German-made gun that was initially designed for European police use.…