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ida L Heath
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Fighting for equal opportunities for everyone and a sustainable future for the planet.
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Minneapolis after dark
view down Marquette avenue downtown with yellow and pink lights in the rain, west streets, someone walking
October 15, 2025 at 12:15 AM
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Trump told Argentina’s Milei U.S. must “be careful” with China — even as trade friction rises. Democrats should promote balanced strategy: diplomacy + fair trade.
#ChinaPolicy #GlobalLeadership
www.reuters.com/world/china/...
Trump says US has to be careful with China
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the United States must be careful with China although the relationship between the countries is fair.
www.reuters.com
October 15, 2025 at 5:23 AM
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He’s threatening to permanently eliminate programs he deems Democrat-run. Many targeted initiatives help education, public health, clean energy. Democrats must expose the harm.
#ProtectPrograms #ProgressiveValues
www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/10...
Trump threatens to cut ‘Democrat’ programmes, extends funding to military
The White House says it will release a list of programmes to axe on Friday after cutting 4,200 positions last week.
www.aljazeera.com
October 15, 2025 at 5:22 AM
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Dems must reconnect with young male voters—through jobs, skills programs & inclusive language. This is policy opportunity, not just PR.
#YouthVote #RebuildTheBrand #Future
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Progressives Push to Revamp the Democratic Party Ahead of 2026
A group of progressive consultants and lawmakers gathered in Washington, D.C. to workshop proposals for how to fix the Democratic brand.
campaignsandelections.com
October 14, 2025 at 5:27 AM
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The Lobito Corridor is one of the most ambitious Global Gateway projects.

A highway to growth and jobs. Proud to partner with Angola on this journey, dear João Lourenço.

Looking forward to our Summit with the African Union in Luanda.

We will take our Global Gateway work forward there!
October 9, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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It sends a powerful message.

The spirit of freedom cannot be jailed.

The thirst for democracy always prevails.

Dear María, the fight continues.
October 10, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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The return of the Israeli hostages is a moment of pure joy for those families.

And a moment of relief for the entire world.

It means that a page can be turned. A new chapter can begin.

Europe fully supports the peace plan brokered by the United States, Qatar, Egypt, and Türkiye.
October 13, 2025 at 6:51 AM
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October 12, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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“We all know Brexit’s to blame for the crisis facing UK steel.. While Keir Starmer fiddles in India, Rome burns. The British steel industry now faces a calamity so severe, insiders say it could be “terminal”

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We all know Brexit’s to blame for the crisis facing UK steel – it’s time for politicians to be honest and reverse it | Simon Jenkins
With British industry faltering, the excuse that the public wants this is risible. Parliament must force Starmer to act, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins
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October 10, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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Tuition fees set to be lowered at universities with poor teaching

Labour is considering bringing the cap below £9,000 a year on campuses where standards aren’t met

www.thetimes.com/uk/education...
Tuition fees set to be lowered at universities with poor teaching
Labour is considering bringing the cap below £9,000 a year on campuses where standards aren’t met
www.thetimes.com
October 11, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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There are reports the tax threshold could be increased from £1m to £5m (£10m for a married couple) - a shift that would remove smaller farms from being liable to pay

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'Damage has been done': Farming community responds to rumours of an inheritance tax U-turn
Plans to introduce a 20% tax on estates worth more than £1m drew tens of thousands to protest in London earlier this year.
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October 12, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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Due to the severe weather caused by Storm Noeister, New York City announced the cancellation of the Columbus Day Parade originally scheduled for October 13 to ensure the safety of citizens.
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NYC Columbus Day Parade canceled due to NY’s state of emergency
New York City’s 81st annual Columbus Day Parade on Monday was cancelled due to the governor’s state of emergency order and inclement weather spurring floods across the tri-state area.
nypost.com
October 13, 2025 at 7:16 AM