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The world has its first AI government official
Albania’s prime minister has installed a new minister. Only it isn’t human, it’s Artificial Intelligence. What does this signal for the evolution of …
6 months ago
From unthinkable to politics as usual: The government shutdown story
Government shutdowns have become an expected reality in American politics. But before 1980 they were pretty much unheard of. The history of governmen…
6 months ago
Unpacking the details of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire
President Trump insists the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is holding. But peace between the two sides rests on shaky ground. What aspects o…
6 months ago
America is polarized. Could this writer's new approach fix it?
Polarization pushes people apart. Writer Chloé Valdary says we can heal deepening divisions by treating each other like human beings, not political a…
6 months ago
Could the Maine Senate race determine the future of the Democratic party?
A handful of Democrat says they’re coming for Maine Senator Susan Collins' seat. But first they have to capture the soul of the Democratic party.
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6 months, 1 week ago
The Jackpod: How health care can save Democrats and democracy
On Point news analyst Jack Beatty argues that Democrats are making a strategic mistake in their demand to extend ACA health care subsidies and its ro…
6 months, 1 week ago
Will TrumpRx actually lower drug prices?
Discounted prices will be offered at TrumpRx – a new direct-to-consumer website launching next year. It's a result of deals President Trump recently …
6 months, 1 week ago
What can Americans learn from Stalinism?
Some historians argue that President Trump is using a Stalinist-style playbook to amass power, silence his enemies and suppress science. What America…
6 months, 1 week ago
Is education technology actually helping students learn?
From laptops to learning software, schools invest billions of dollars each year on education technology. But what do we really know about how effecti…
6 months, 1 week ago
Why Gen Z says 'hotties need hobbies'
Sewing, scrapbooking, sports clubs. Many Gen Z’ers are taking up real-world hobbies as an antidote to doomscrolling. Why hobbies make us happy — and …
6 months, 1 week ago