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The Hunger Paradox: Plenty of Food but Not Enough for Everyone

Rebekah Graham, University of Waikato By Rebekah Graham, University of Waikato
Rebekah Graham, University of Waikato

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The way we perceive poverty, hunger and household food insecurity is shaped by media, government policy, public relations, advertising and personal experience.

From Nasty Words to Threats: The Rise of Menacing Politics in America

Thomas Zeitzoff, American University By Thomas Zeitzoff, American University
Thomas Zeitzoff, American University

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The indictment of a former president was shocking, but Trump’s words were not. Twenty years ago, his rhetoric would have been unusual coming from any member of Congress, let alone a party leader.

The Impact of Situation Deepfakes on the 2024 Presidential Election

Christopher Schwartz, Rochester Institute of Technology By Christopher Schwartz, Rochester Institute of Technology
Christopher Schwartz, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Imagine an October surprise like no other: Only a week before Nov. 5, 2024, a video recording reveals a secret meeting between Joe Biden and Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Democracy in Decline: Leaders' Popularity Amidst Democratic Backsliding

Nisha Bellinger, Boise State University By Nisha Bellinger, Boise State University
Nisha Bellinger, Boise State University

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Democracy is decreasing globally – and has been doing so for the last 17 years, according to 2023 findings published by the nonprofit group Freedom House, which advocates for democracy.

Why Many Climate Records Are Breaking All At Once

Kimberley Reid, Monash University By Kimberley Reid, Monash University
Kimberley Reid, Monash University

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In the past few weeks, climate records have shattered across the globe. July 4 was the hottest global average day on record, breaking the new record set the previous day.

The Government's Data Buying Spree: Privacy Threats in the Age of AI

Anne Toomey McKenna By Anne Toomey McKenna
Anne Toomey McKenna

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US agencies buy vast quantities of personal information on the open market – a legal scholar explains why and what it means for privacy in the age of AI

Is Authoritarianism Coming For The American Dream?

Robert Jennings, Innerself.com By Robert Jennings, Innerself.com
Robert Jennings, Innerself.com

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In the current political landscape, a concerning revelation has emerged regarding the Republicans and their alleged three-step plan to establish a fascist regime in the United States.

Dangerous Conflation of Partisan and Political: Unveiling the Fascist Tendencies

Lawrence Torcello By Lawrence Torcello
Lawrence Torcello

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“The personal is political!” is a well-known rallying cry, originally used by left-leaning activists, including feminists, to emphasize the role of government in personal lives and systemic oppression.

Unprecedented Climate Change: Earth's Warming and the Urgency for Action

Piers Forster By Piers Forster
Piers Forster

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Greenhouse gas emissions are at an all-time high, with yearly emissions equivalent to 54 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide.

Transitioning from Low-Wage Work: Challenges Faced by Older Workers

Alexander Plum and Kabir Dasgupta By Alexander Plum and Kabir Dasgupta
Alexander Plum and Kabir Dasgupta

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In our research, we explored whether low-wage workers can easily transition to better-paying opportunities. We

MLK’s Vision of Social Justice Included a House of Many Faiths

Roy Whitaker By Roy Whitaker
Roy Whitaker

 Photo taken during the Selma to Montgomery Civil Rights March

In an age of polarization, it is worth remembering that one of the pillars of King’s philosophy was pluralism: the idea of multiple communities engaging one another, acknowledging their differences and shared bonds, and striving to create what King called a “Beloved Community.”

When There Are No Words: Talking About Wartime Trauma In Ukraine

Greta Uehling By Greta Uehling
Greta Uehling

Talking About Wartime Trauma In Ukraine

 Abundant research shows that unverbalized memories are not necessarily lost. Often, they return in the form of flashbacks and physical sensations.

New Legislation That Should End Jan. 6 Style Presidential Election Mischief

Derek T. Muller By Derek T. Muller
Derek T. Muller

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Presidential elections are complicated. But in a move aimed at warding off future crises like the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol, the Senate and House have passed legislation to clarify ambiguous and trouble-prone aspects of the process.

Mass Extinction Underway: 5 Ways You Can Help Stop Biodiversity Loss

Kate Hiseman By Kate Hiseman
Kate Hiseman

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life found on Earth and underpins the natural systems which grow our food, cleanse our air and water and regulate our climate. Human life cannot exist without it. But around one million animal and plant species are now threatened by extinction.

Putin Has Been Weaponizing Energy for Years: What Comes Next?

Thomas Froehlich By Thomas Froehlich
Thomas Froehlich

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Not since the 1970s oil crisis has the west seen such a focus on energy security. Suddenly in 2022 it became a critical part of the battle for Ukraine. Russian attacks on energy facilities have left millions of Ukrainians without power during a freezing winter.

Why Is the Reichsbürger Movement Accused of Trying to Overthrow the German Government?

Claire Burchett By Claire Burchett
Claire Burchett

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Among those arrested were members of the Reichsbürger (which translates as citizens of the Reich), a disparate movement of groups and individuals, including some with extreme-right views.

Why The GOP Doesn't Care About Inflation or Working People

Tim Koechlin By Tim Koechlin
Tim Koechlin

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The claim that Republicans are concerned about the deep economic insecurity of millions of Americans is absolutely ridiculous. Squeezing the working class for the benefit of their rich patrons is, in fact, their mission.

How Is The Global Decline In Democracy Linked To Social Media?

Stephan Lewandowsky et al By Stephan Lewandowsky et al
Stephan Lewandowsky et al

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Here are two common ways of thinking about democracy in the online era. First, the internet is a liberation technology and will usher in an era of global democracy. Second, you can have social media or democracy, but not both.

Why Some People Want Fascism for the US

Mark R Reiff By Mark R Reiff
Mark R Reiff

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Warnings that leaders like Donald Trump hold a dagger at the throat of democracy have evoked a sense of befuddlement among moderates.

Many Political Figures Now Don’t Even Bother Concealing Their Misdeeds

Rachel Hadas By Rachel Hadas
Rachel Hadas

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GOP Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker, resolutely anti-abortion – with “no exception” for rape, incest or the life of the mother – denies allegations that he paid for a girlfriend’s abortion.

Why Angry Voters Are Bad For Democracy

Steven Webster By Steven Webster
Steven Webster

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Regardless of whether they live in a red state or a blue state, identify as Democrats or Republicans, or claim to be ideologically liberal or conservative, Americans have one thing in common. They are angry – especially about this year’s midterm elections.

Who Is Lying About Crime And What Is The Actual Crime Rate?

Justin Nix By Justin Nix
Justin Nix

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In the lead-up to the 2022 midterm elections, Republican candidates across the nation are blaming Democrats for an increase in crime.

McCarthy Signals GOP Plan to Attack Social Security, Medicare

Julia Conley By Julia Conley
Julia Conley

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The future of Social Security and Medicare is on the ballot this November. Republicans, led by Kevin McCarthy, are united in a plot to reach into our pockets and steal our money.

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