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Published on 10:09 GMT

New poll finds most Californians believe American democracy is in peril

SACRAMENTO — An overwhelming number of California voters think American democracy is being threatened or, at the very least, tested, according to a new poll released Thursday by the UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies. The poll, conducted for the …

Source: The Daily Pilot - Calfornia - Pending
Published on 06:59 GMT

Supreme Court’s ruling on Trump’s ‘large-scale’ firings is a win for common sense — and democracy

Notch another win for Team Trump — and common sense — with the Supreme Court’s ruling that the president (at least for now) can fire people who work for him. Could anything be more basic? Unions and other groups aiming to shield federal jobs sued to block …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing
Published on Jul 9, 2025

Trump's immigration crackdown prompts California bishop to excuse Catholics from Sunday mass

The ICE raids in California, and the Trump administration's decision to deploy National Guard troops, to Los Angeles, touched off a wave of demonstrations and arrests other U.S. cities. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A Southern California …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Jul 9, 2025

The promise of strangers talking democracy

Marshall Lerner, of Westtown Township, Chester County, listens during a small group breakout session during the America in One Room/Pennsylvania deliberative polling experiment in Philadelphia June 6 (Emily Previti/Pennsylvania Capital-Star) Could …

Source: The Wellsboro Gazette - Pennsylvania - Pending
Published on Jul 9, 2025

In 'Serious Blow to Our Democracy,' Supreme Court Allows Trump Mass Firing Order

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted a block on U.S. President Donald Trump's February executive order directing federal agency leaders to "promptly undertake preparations to initiate large-scale reductions in force" and a related …

Source: Common Dreams - Left-wing
Published on Jul 9, 2025

UCI law clinic joins lawsuit over Southern California immigration raids

Clinical Professor Annie Lai The UC Irvine School of Law's Immigrant and Racial Justice Solidarity Clinic has joined a coalition of legal and community groups in a proposed class action challenging federal immigration raids in Southern California. …

Source: Cal Lawyer - California - Pending
Published on Jul 8, 2025

'Dangerous for Democracy': Trump IRS Says Nonprofit Churches Can Make Political Endorsements

"This is another dark day for our democracy." That's what American Humanist Association (AHA) executive director Fish Stark said in a Tuesday statement responding to a move from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration to allow houses …

Source: Common Dreams - Left-wing
Published on Jul 7, 2025

Kamala Harris ripped Dem governors who expressed concern about Biden: ‘This is about saving our f–king democracy’

WASHINGTON — Then-Vice President Kamala Harris demanded that Democratic governors worried about Joe Biden’s mental acuity fall in line behind the commander-in-chief because “this is about saving our f–king democracy,” according to a forthcoming book. …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing
Published on Jul 7, 2025

California, 17 other states challenge ‘suspicionless’ stops by masked ICE agents in L.A.

California and a coalition of 17 other states threw their support Monday behind a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of recent federal immigration enforcement raids in Los Angeles, asking a federal court to issue a temporary restraining order …

Source: Los Angeles Times - Center-left
Published on Jul 7, 2025

Sacramento Snapshot: Bipartisan group of California legislators lays out immigration reform polices

In a political climate where it seems those on opposite sides of the aisle find it difficult to agree on much, a bipartisan group of legislators came together last week to say they concur on various “principles” for, of all things, immigration reform. …

Source: Orange County Register - California - Pending
Published on Jul 5, 2025

Thursday 7/17: Sacramento: Good Trouble Lives On! CA Capitol Pro-Democracy & Civil Rights Rally

Sacramento: Good Trouble Lives On! Protest Supporting Civil Rights & Democracy Location: State of California Capitol - West Steps Date & time: Thursday, July 17 at 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM Hosts: Sacramento Central Labor Council and AFL-CIO Partner …

Source: Indybay - California - Left-wing
Published on Jul 6, 2025

America is a democracy as long as everyone thinks alike (letter to the editor)

As a former member of the U.S. Navy, I am sad to see what is happening to my country And angry too! America today is a country that is internally two separate nations, one Democratic, one Republican. No more a meeting of minds. No more compromises between …

Source: SI Live - New York - Neutral
Published on Jul 5, 2025

Joe Sterling, Harvard-Westlake win California Live title (OCYSF bracket)

Big-name players constantly come and go for most of Southern California's top high school basketball programs. But hardly ever do the transition periods look as seamless as they almost always do at Harvard-Westlake. And that makes perennial national …

Source: Sporting News - Neutral
Published on Jul 4, 2025

The American system of democracy has crashed

Once upon a time in America, there was a tyrant. And Congress rejected him totally. The tyrant, of course, was King George III, the target of the Declaration of Independence. We take it for granted now, but the Declaration was an enormous political …

Source: The Verge - Center-left
Published on 09:16 GMT

Members of Congress Investing In Defense Revealed

At least four members of Congress have recently invested in defense companies, a Newsweek analysis has found. According to a review of financial disclosures—in collaboration with data platform Quiver Quantitative—Oklahoma Republican Senator Markwayne …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on 10:11 GMT

The Expensive, Seductive Strategy That Doomed the Democratic Party

A few months ago, California Gov. Gavin Newsom was holding a press conference with an almond farmer when reporters asked him about Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the immigrant living in Maryland whom the Trump administration had accused of being an MS-13 gang …

Source: Slate Magazine - Left-wing
Published on 12:39 GMT

As charter commission prepares to put five ballot proposals to voters, council members scramble to try to hold onto

New Yorkers are likely to vote on several land-use ballot measures that would limit council members’ local power, but council members are fighting to block the proposals. A Charter Revision Commission empaneled by Mayor Eric Adams is preparing to advance …

Source: AM New York Metro - Indeterminate
Published on 10:38 GMT

The real story of birthright citizenship

President Trump believes that if you're born in the United States, you should not automatically be a citizen. Historian Heather Cox Richardson says Trump is willfully misinterpreting American history and the Constitution. GuestsHeather Cox Richardson, …

Source: WBUR - Massachusetts - Public Broadcaster
Published on 10:15 GMT

Remembering Labor’s Constitutional Rights

July 10, 2025 The Constitution, properly interpreted, protects workers. But the Trump administration isn’t going to enforce those protections unless labor fights for them. Ad Policy Members of the International Association of Machinists walking the picket …

Source: The Nation - Left-wing

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 16:01 GMT

AMCD: Hezbollah Must be Disarmed before Lebanon Can Join Abraham Accords

The American Mideast Coalition for Democracy recommends the Trump administration establish a special task force on Lebanon. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 11:02 GMT

Deputy Minister Andries Nel: Justice and Constitutional Development Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Chairperson, Honourable Members, I join in the salutations and condolences extended by the Minister. The theme of the 2025 State of the Nation Address delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa was: “A Nation that Works for All”. A nation that works for all …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 11:17 GMT

Von der Leyen accused of keeping grip on power

(MENAFN) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is facing a no-confidence vote—an event considered unlikely to succeed, but still significant. Observers say this moment shines a light on her dominant position within the EU and raises serious …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 11:02 GMT

Deputy Minister Tandi Mahambehlala: Human Settlements Dept Budget Vote 2025/26, NCOP

Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces Deputy Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces Honourable Minister of Human Settlements, Thembi Simelane Honourable Chairperson, Albert Seabi and Members of the Portfolio Committee on Human …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 11:17 GMT

EU diplomat places blame on worldwide predicament for being late to parliament

(MENAFN) Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani jokingly referred to himself as “the unluckiest minister in history” after arriving late to a parliamentary conference focused on democracy in the Mediterranean. Apologizing for his tardiness, Tajani cited …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 11:18 GMT

Italian reveals he is “the unluckiest minister in history”

(MENAFN) Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani attributed his late arrival to a parliamentary conference on Tuesday to the pressure of ongoing global turmoil, jokingly describing himself as “the unluckiest minister in history.” Speaking at a gathering …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 08:17 GMT

Deputy Minister David Mahlobo: Water and Sanitation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Budget and policy statement on Department of Water and Sanitation, Vote 41 by Hon David Mahlobo, Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, Good Hope Chamber, Cape Town Honourable Speaker. Honourable Deputy Speaker. His Excellency, President Cyril Ramaphosa. …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 08:17 GMT

Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala: Public Works and Infrastructure Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Honourable House Chairperson Honourable Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Honourable members Chairpersons and Board Members and Senior Management of our Public Entities Director General and your Senior Managers present Representatives of our …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 09:30 GMT

Landmark $747 Million Syndicated Loan Secured for Phase 1 Section 1 of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway

Nigeria secures $747M loan for Lagos-Calabar Highway Phase 1, marking a historic milestone in infrastructure and global investor confidence. LAGOS, NIGERIA, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a historic milestone for Nigeria’s infrastructure …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 09:02 GMT

Portuguese Citizenship Law Reforms to be Delayed

Portugal delays citizenship law reforms to September, postponing debate on proposals to extend residency requirements from five to ten years. LISBON, PORTUGAL, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Proposed changes to Portugal’s citizenship and …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 08:08 GMT

Singapore’s Ministry of Health Signs Landmark Agreement to Become Pioneer Country in HealthAI Global Regulatory Network

Singapore’s participation underscores the growing international momentum behind responsible AI governance in health. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HealthAI - The Global Agency for Responsible AI in Health, today …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 07:00 GMT

National CACFP Association to Attend ANC 2025 in San Antonio

ROUND ROCK, TX, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National CACFP Association (NCA) will participate in the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference (ANC), taking place July 13–16, 2025, at the Henry B. …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Education ...
Published on July 10, 2025 - 12:26 GMT

NETHERLANDS: MPs approve two controversial asylum laws ― Reports reveal border police’s use of force against children ...

The lower house of parliament has approved two draft laws that will significantly tighten asylum rules in the Netherlands. An investigative platform has revealed that border police officers used force against children ten times during forced deportations …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 12:26 GMT

AIDA Country Report on Austria – Update on 2024

|Published on: 10th July 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Austria provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and content …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 12:09 GMT

Economic connectivity for stronger regional security in focus at the OSCE Asian Partners for Co-operation Group meeting

Economic connectivity for promoting peace and security across the OSCE and the Asian regions was in focus at the OSCE Asian Partners for Co-operation Group Meeting on 7 July in Vienna. Representatives from OSCE participating States and Asian Partners for …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 21:00 GMT

Indian Federation of App-based Transport Workers (IFAT) Launches Official Website & Mobile App

IFAT works in strengthening the Voice of India’s Gig Workers & Platform Workers NEWDELHI, INDIA, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Indian Federation of App-based Transport Workers (IFAT), India’s largest national collective …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:44 GMT

The Carbon Foundation & Mascot Capital Forge 10-Year Carbon Tax Partnership

The Carbon Foundation & Mascot Capital Forge Strategic 10-Year Partnership to Power Global Carbon Tax Infrastructure with Sovereign-Authorized Compliant Credits LIMASSOL, CYPRUS, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Themis Carbon CY Limited, operating …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

Greater Lafourche Port Commission Acquires 743-Acre from the State of Louisiana to Support Argent LNG Project Expansion

METAIRIE, LA, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At its monthly board meeting on July 9 , the Greater Lafourche Port Commission announced it approved the payment and acquisition of a 743-acre tract from the State of Louisiana, …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 16:01 GMT

AMCD: Hezbollah Must be Disarmed before Lebanon Can Join Abraham Accords

The American Mideast Coalition for Democracy recommends the Trump administration establish a special task force on Lebanon. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 14:36 GMT

North Coast Communications Opens Asia Office

Firm to deliver strategic marketing, communications, and public affairs expertise across Asia with new hub in Manila. MANILA, PHILIPPINES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- North Coast Communications LLC has opened a new Asia Office to provide …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 02:22 GMT

Trump still looking for major wins on the global stage after budget battle victory at home

US President Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the third time in his second term this week, shortly after securing a major victory for his domestic policy agenda in the budget bill passed by Congress. Netanyahu’s visit comes …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 14:10 GMT

The Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan has issued an official statement on the case of Gulnara Karimova

The Government of Uzbekistan has responded to the opinion adopted by the UN Human Rights Council regarding the prosecution of G. Karimova TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to Opinion No. 17/2025 adopted by …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 13:10 GMT

Ross Ulbricht Makes Triumphant Public Return at PorcFest 2025

Recently Pardoned Digital Freedom Advocate Delivers Emotional Speech at Free State Project’s Annual Porcupine Freedom Festival. MANCHESTER, NH, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ross Ulbricht, made a powerful public appearance at the …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 11:39 GMT

European CSOs Call for Better Regulation to Strengthen EU Sustainability Implementation

New paper launched outlines pragmatic recommendations to shift EU policy from compliance to value creation. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following six months of structured consultation and collaboration, 28 Chief …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 09:26 GMT

Portugal’s Golden Visa Remains Unaffected by Proposed Immigration Reforms, Say Experts

Experts confirm there have been no legal changes to the Golden Visa, as Portugal's Parliament reviews broader immigration and nationality reforms. LISBON, PORTUGAL, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Experts say Portugal’s Golden Visa remains …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 20:25 GMT

Protection of children in armed conflicts in focus at Joint FSC-PC Security Dialogue

Protection of children in armed conflicts was the focus of the 95th joint OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation (FSC) and OSCE Permanent Council (PC) meeting organized under the Estonian FSC Chairpersonship and the 2025 OSCE Chairpersonship of Finland on 9 …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 04:41 GMT

Faith Leaders to Address Hunger and Poverty Crisis in South Africa

"Faith in Action: Reflections" webinar series with prominent South African faith leaders addressing the IF20 policy priorities CAPE TOWN, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE, SOUTH AFRICA, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum …

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Published on July 8, 2025 - 21:33 GMT

Napa Firewise Helps Secure Firewise USA® Status for 18 Communities

Eighteen Communities Across Napa County Achieve Firewise USA® Designation as Wildfire Preparedness Efforts Expand Amid Growing Fire Risk NAPA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California braces for a wildfire season …

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