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Published on May 28, 2025

Report: Louisiana’s democracy distorted by ‘prison gerrymandering’

(The Center Square) − A report from the Prison Policy Initiative says Louisiana’s political map gives unfair influence to residents in districts with large prison populations because of a Census Bureau policy the state continues to follow. Because the …

Source: The Center Square - Right-wing
Published on 00:20 GMT

Protect AR Rights works to defend rights to direct democracy

Organizations across Arkansas have formed a coalition to propose a ballot measure that protects voters’ rights to participate in direct democracy. The group is called Protect AR Rights. Gennie Diaz, executive director of For AR People, spoke with Ozarks at …

Source: KUAF - Arkansas - Pending
Published on 04:16 GMT

Will Mexico’s judicial elections hurt democracy or make the courts accountable?

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexicans will vote in the country’s first judicial elections Sunday. The fiercely debated question is whether electing judges will deepen democratic decay or purge courts of rampant corruption and impunity. The vote comes as power in …

Source: Associated Press - Neutral
Published on 00:44 GMT

Texas Denton City Council Overturns Voter-Approved Cannabis Decriminalization Rule

On May 20, 2025, the Denton City Council voted 4-3 to repeal a low-level cannabis decriminalization ordinance that was approved by more than 32,000 voters in November 2022 (1,2). The approved ballot initiative was called Proposition B and hoped to “prevent …

Source: Cannabis Science & Technology - Pending
Published on May 28, 2025

Mississippi GOP Asks Cops To Investigate Potential ‘Vote Buying’ Schemes

The Mississippi Republican Party (MSGOP) is asking state and local law enforcement to investigate what it claims are potential vote-buying schemes ahead of upcoming municipal elections next month. On Wednesday, MSGOP Chair Mike Hurst sent a letter to …

Source: The Federalist - Right-wing
Published on May 28, 2025

Stuttgart’s Skinner elected to county office at Arkansas Boys State 2025

LITTLE ROCK — Nathan Skinner of Stuttgart from Stuttgart High School was elected as County Judge for Womack County at Arkansas Boys State 2025, a summer leadership and civic engagement experience sponsored by the American Legion. Skinner was elected by his …

Source: Stuttgart Daily Leader - Arkansas - Pending
Published on May 28, 2025

Texas: Denton City Officials Repeal Voter-Approved Marijuana Depenalization Ordinance

Members of the Denton (population: 158,000) City Council have repealed a voter-initiated ordinance that sought to halt local police from making low-level marijuana possession arrests. Last week, city officials voted 4 to 3 to repeal the law, which was …

Source: NORML - Center-left
Published on May 28, 2025

Opinion | No Oracle foresaw it: Tuberville echoes Alabama’s earliest governors

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville has crossed the Rubicon. He has declared his candidacy for governor of Alabama. And, at least for now, there is no serious opposition in sight. A sitting U.S. Senator entering a governor’s race is rare enough — rarer still is the …

Source: Alabama Political Reporter - Center-left
Published on May 28, 2025

Legal challenge to come against Oklahoma law capping petition signatures

Oklahoma's new law, SB 1027, limits the number of signatures from each county for state questions, aiming to increase representation across the state. Supporters say the law promotes fairness and ensures rural voters' voices are heard, while …

Source: The Oklahoman - Pending
Published on May 28, 2025

Alabama is a Russian democracy where Tommy Tuberville runs unopposed

This is an opinion column. I’m telling you now: Tommy Tuberville will be Alabama’s next governor. When Alabamians venture beyond the state lines in 2027 and curious outsiders ask how the state hired a coach once fired by Auburn to be its leader, the answer …

Source: AL.com - Alabama - Center-left
Published on May 28, 2025

New study shows lasting effects of Texas’ ID requirements to vote by mail

This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. By Natalia Contreras, Votebeat May 28, 2025 at 6:00am EDT Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on …

Source: The Gilmer Mirror - Texas - Pending
Published on May 28, 2025

Scott Pelley Warns Graduates About the Threats to American Democracy

Good morning, everybody. What a beautiful day. What a beautiful North Carolina day for a graduation. Incredible. President Wente, Provost Gillespie, members of the board of trustees, and Kathy Herringer, my faculty sponsor for this precious Wake Forest …

Source: The New Republic - Left-wing
Published on May 27, 2025

EPIC City gets 86’ed: No Shariah law in Texas

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has temporarily blocked the construction of EPIC City, a Muslim planned community to be located about 40 miles northeast of Dallas. This is a temporary setback for efforts to create Muslim enclaves in the American heartland. At a …

Source: WorldNetDaily - Right-wing
Published on May 27, 2025

Local students elected to city office at Arkansas Boys State 2025

LITTLE ROCK — Students were elected by their peers to city office on Monday, May 26, as part of the 84th annual session of Arkansas Boys State, where students build a mock government structure, including sixteen different mock cities each with their own …

Source: Stuttgart Daily Leader - Arkansas - Pending
Published on May 27, 2025

How game theory and political science are rewriting what we know about democracy

In 1803, the United States paid France $15 million for the rights to 828,000 square miles of territory encompassing all or part of 15 current states in the Mississippi River’s drainage basin. Every Democratic-Republican senator aligned with President …

Source: Yale University - Connecticut - Neutral
Published on May 27, 2025

1930-2025: Titan of Texas journalism Ronnie Dugger has died at age 95

This story has been updated to correct a misspelling. Ronnie Dugger, a titan of Texas journalism and founding editor of the Texas Observer, died Tuesday morning in Austin following a history of Alzheimer's disease. He had recently turned 95. " …

Source: Austin American-Statesman - Texas - Pending
Published on May 27, 2025

Jonesboro students elected to mock offices at Arkansas Boys State

Conway, AR — (Contributed) — May 27, 2025 — Tyson Orbison from The Academies at Jonesboro High School was elected as City Council Position 2 for Fisher City at Arkansas Boys State 2025, a summer leadership and civic engagement experience sponsored by the …

Source: Mix 106.3 - Arkansas - Pending
Published on May 27, 2025

Long Story Short: Oklahoma’s Pending Purchase of Lawton Prison Brings Hope of Reduced Violence

Sign up today for First Watch! Want to understand Oklahoma better? Sign up for First Watch and let Ted Streuli guide you beyond the surface of daily news. Support Oklahoma Watch by donating today. Your contribution protects free speech, ensures …

Source: Oklahoma Watch - Left-wing
Published on May 27, 2025

Texas Legislature poised to pass school library…

Texas school boards and parents would have unprecedented control over the school library book selection process under a wide-ranging state Senate bill that the House passed 87-57 Monday, moving it one crucial step forward in its path to becoming law. …

Source: Austin American-Statesman - Texas - Pending

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 07:15 GMT

New edition of Reinventing Democracy offers the United Kingdom - and others - an original solution to its political woes

Right for Britons to put topics on political agenda, written constitution, end absolute power, how abuses such as financial engineering could be curtailed LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- British citizens are …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 13:15 GMT

Seven Arizonans Received Civic Champion Awards at Phoenix Dinner

Democracy champions honored for building civic trust in Arizona PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Arizona Democracy Resilience Network and Mormon Women for Ethical Government Arizona recognized seven Arizonans …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 07:54 GMT

Minister Angie Motshekga attends commemoration of International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, 29 May

Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Ms. Angie Motshekga, joins the international community in commemorating the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers. This event is observed annually on the 29th of May to honour the extraordinary …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Philly nonprofit, Clarifi, to keep families housed with $845K William Penn Foundation grant

PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Clarifi, the largest provider of financial and housing empowerment services in Greater Philadelphia, was awarded more than $845,000 from the William Penn Foundation to fund a new …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

ASPIRE PAC Endorses Congressional Candidate Sanjyot Dunung in IL-08

DES PLAINES, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sanjyot Dunung, Congressional candidate for Illinois 8th District, received the endorsement of Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders Rising & Empowering Political Action …

Distribution channels: Politics, U.S. Politics ...
Published on May 28, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

ALLATRA Strengthens Vatican Ties: Private Audience with Pope Leo XIV and Global Governance Conference

VATICAN CITY, VATICAN CITY, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Representatives of the ALLATRA International Public Movement (IPM), Dr. A. Egon Cholakian and Ms. Maryna Ovtsynova, took part this month in high-level events at the Vatican, including …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

Slovakia Criticizes Germany Over Russia Threats

(MENAFN) Slovakia will not yield to intimidation in altering its diplomatic course, according to Premier Robert Fico. He criticized German warnings to reduce European Union funding over Slovakia’s position on Russia, describing the remarks as “aggressive …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 11:30 GMT

MediPharm Labs Board Issues Letter to Shareholders in Response to Inadequate Dissident Plan

TORONTO, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MediPharm Labs Corp. (TSX: LABS) ("MediPharm" or the "Company"), a pharmaceutical company specialized in precision-based cannabinoids, today issued a Letter to Shareholders from the Company’s …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 07:15 GMT

New edition of Reinventing Democracy offers the United Kingdom - and others - an original solution to its political woes

Right for Britons to put topics on political agenda, written constitution, end absolute power, how abuses such as financial engineering could be curtailed LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- British citizens are …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 06:26 GMT

Quit Like Sweden: On its 20th Anniversary, Global Treaty Needs a New Ally

20 years after the landmark FCTC treaty, smoking still kills 8 million yearly. Quit Like Sweden says: it’s time to act, following Sweden's successful model. UNITED KINGDOM, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 20th anniversary of the …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, Law ...
Published on May 29, 2025 - 05:43 GMT

Recorte de tipos del Banco de Indonesia: Entre el crecimiento y la estabilidad – Análisis del Grupo Financiero EBC

EBC Financial Group analiza el recorte de 25 puntos básicos del Banco de Indonesia hasta el 5,50%, sopesando los riesgos y oportunidades de la estrategia. JAKARTA, INDONESIA, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El Banco de Indonesia (BI) redujo …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 05:43 GMT

Recorte de tipos del Banco de Indonesia: Entre el crecimiento y la estabilidad – Análisis del Grupo Financiero EBC

EBC Financial Group analiza el recorte de 25 puntos básicos del Banco de Indonesia hasta el 5,50%, sopesando los riesgos y oportunidades de la estrategia. JAKARTA, INDONESIA, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El Banco de Indonesia (BI) redujo …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 05:31 GMT

EBC Financial Group：インドネシア銀行の利下げ戦略、そしてBRICSの現状を乗り切る

EBCはインドネシア中央銀行（BI）の0.25%の利下げ（5.50%へ引き下げ）について分析し、財政刺激策とインドネシアルピア（IDR）に対するリスク、そしてBRICS加盟による地政学的な機会とのバランスを検討しています。 JAKARTA, INDONESIA, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- インドネシア中銀（BI）は、政策金利を25ベーシスポイント引き下げ、5.50％としました。今年2 …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 22:54 GMT

PVH USA to Safe Harbor 5GW of Tracker Product if U.S. Senate Passes House Budget Bill Targeting Clean Energy Incentives

Facing potential rollbacks to Inflation Reduction Act credits, solar developers urged to act swiftly to help projects qualify under existing tax credit rules HOUSTON , TX, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PV Hardware USA (PVH …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 20:51 GMT

True Gold Republic Reviews, Complaints, and Reputation 2025

True Gold Republic, a Miami-based precious metals firm, is recognized as a top gold IRA provider in 2025. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- True Gold Republic, a premier precious metals investment firm, continues to …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 18:59 GMT

Forwardskilling℠ initiative applies an innovative playbook to help small/medium-sized manufacturers upskill workforce

American Re-Industrialization Should Happen First and Best in Wisconsin NEW BERLIN, WI, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pindel Global Precision, a leading innovator in advanced manufacturing and contract machining of precision …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 16:19 GMT

The Partnership for Economic Innovation Adds Jason Weinstein to its Board of Directors

Weinstein to leverage community college connections to strengthen higher education's role in driving innovation in Arizona PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Partnership for Economic Innovation (PEI), a …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 16:01 GMT

Winners of the Money Awareness & Inclusion Awards (MAIAs) 2025 Announced - Financial Literacy Is Becoming More Important

First-Ever Winner From China Reflects Growing Reach - With Entries From Record 47 Countries. Winners From Portugal to Philippines, Australia to UK and USA SINGAPORE, May 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following extensive deliberations by an …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 15:53 GMT

FLEOA Honored to Have Participated in National Police Week with Leadership Engagements and Public Ceremonies

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA), the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan professional association for federal law enforcement officers, concluded a …

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Published on May 29, 2025 - 02:16 GMT

OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media concludes first official visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina

SARAJEVO, 28 May 2025 — The OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Jan Braathu, concluded today his first official visit to in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) where he held three-days of bilateral meetings. Representative Braathu met with the Speaker of …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 13:15 GMT

Seven Arizonans Received Civic Champion Awards at Phoenix Dinner

Democracy champions honored for building civic trust in Arizona PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Arizona Democracy Resilience Network and Mormon Women for Ethical Government Arizona recognized seven Arizonans …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

ASPIRE PAC Endorses Congressional Candidate Sanjyot Dunung in IL-08

DES PLAINES, IL, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sanjyot Dunung, Congressional candidate for Illinois 8th District, received the endorsement of Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders Rising & Empowering Political Action …

Distribution channels: Politics, U.S. Politics ...
Published on May 28, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Kelvin Davis Unveils 'The New Camelot Project' — A Strategic Plan to Restore Housing, Opportunity in South Fulton

Kelvin Davis announced a revitalization initiative to transform the long-neglected Camelot Condominiums into a model for housing repair and economic mobility. SOUTH FULTON, GA, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- South Fulton …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Urgent Press Release: Canadian Doctors To Deliver Prescription to End Genocide

As PM Carney takes office, physicians deliver prescription: immediate ceasefire, arms embargo & humanitarian aid for Gaza. Press conference May 28. OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 21:31 GMT

Trump’s diplomatic failures with Russia cast a pall over his Middle East efforts

US President Donald Trump was back in his comfort zone this week, fulminating online and ranting to journalists about Russia’s continued war against Ukraine. As a candidate, Trump infamously promised that he could end the war in Ukraine in “24 hours,” and …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 20:06 GMT

CoreMap, Inc. Receives U.S. FDA Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) Approval for INvENI Map-Guided AF Ablation Study

BURLINGTON, Mass., May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CoreMap today announced it has received Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to extend the INvENI clinical study into the U.S. This study is …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

EvergreenHealth Seeks First-Ever Levy Lid Lift to Expand Access to Care and Plan for Future Needs

KIRKLAND, Wash., May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This August, voters in King County Public Hospital District #2 will be asked to consider Proposition 1, EvergreenHealth’s first-ever Levy Lid Lift request since the hospital opened in 1972. If approved, the …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 17:39 GMT

OFL: Ontario Workers Call on Ford Government to Pass Heat Protection Legislation as Summer Approaches

TORONTO, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Ontario braces for another summer of extreme heat, workers and labour leaders are calling on the Ford government to take immediate action to protect workers from the deadly impacts of heat stress in the …

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