Trump Attacks Kavanaugh Accuser By Name Amid Negotiations For Hearing
The president had been restrained in responding to the accusation by Christine Blasey Ford that Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her when they were both in high school.
Cleveland Browns Win A Game For First Time Since Obama Presidency
“We WON!!!” the Cleveland Police Department tweeted of the comeback victory, before adding, “Wait….Oh God. The free beer thing…Ok Cleveland. Stay calm.”
California Launches New Effort To Fight Election Disinformation
The state is fighting misinformation about elections by creating an office that will flag suspicious social media posts about voting. But it comes with legal and political questions.
How To Talk To Young People About The Kavanaugh Story
In the age of #MeToo, experts say parents are the primary educators about consent, and the current debate offers a teachable moment.
Russia’s 2016 Twitter Campaign Was Strongly Pro-Gun, With Echoes Of The NRA
An analysis of Twitter accounts associated with Russia’s influence campaign shows how supportive it was of gun rights and how influential the messaging was of the National Rifle Association.
Russia’s Pro-Gun Influence Accounts Copied The NRA — And Sometimes, Vice Versa
There was a lot of overlap between the messaging of the Internet Research Agency and the NRA on social media. What isn’t clear is why.
The Biggest Hurdle For Beto O’Rourke In Texas Is Turning Out Latino Voters
To win, Beto O’Rourke needs to change the Texas electorate. But voter registration data suggests Democrats aren’t registering enough voters to offset Republicans’ structural advantages in the state.
Hacks, Security Gaps And Oligarchs: The Business Of Voting Comes Under Scrutiny
Heading into midterm elections, pressure is on for governments and campaigns to secure elections. But what about the companies who make the machines and print the ballots?
Parents Are Leery Of Schools Requiring ‘Mental Health’ Disclosures By Students
Florida school districts now have to ask if a new student has ever been referred for mental health services. It’s a legislative attempt to help troubled kids. Will it work, or increase stigma instead?
American Airlines Is The Latest To Raise Checked-Baggage Fees
The first and second bags will each cost $5 more, going up to $30 and $40. Delta, United and JetBlue have also announced increases.
Shutdown Of New Mexico Observatory Was Part Of Investigation Into Child Pornography
The observatory suddenly closed, with little explanation, for 11 days in September, fueling rumors its shutdown was due to aliens, UFOs, or government surveillance.
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