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Political Spectacle: Sydney Sweeney’s “Great Jeans”

Political Spectacle: Sydney Sweeney’s “Great Jeans”

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Americans Want Immigration Reform—Here's What It Should Look Like

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Poll: Democrats In Crisis Amid Shifting Voter Sentiment

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How the Savannah Bananas Are Battling America’s Loneliness Epidemic

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Why Recognizing the State of Palestine Does Not “Reward Hamas”

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The Fulcrum
By The FulcrumNov 16, 2021
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It's no secret: America's electoral system faces a crisis of trust, driven by the proliferation of disinformation that threatens Americans' trust in elections. Businesses have a vested interest in a stable democracy, but what can they do to address these challenges? This Business for America webinar explores the risks facing our democracy, the state-of-play regarding state and federal elections policy, and practical actions the private sector can take to promote trust and transparency in campaigns and elections.

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Caution in the C-Suite: How Business Leaders Are Navigating Trump 2.0

U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks alongside CEO of Cisco Systems Chuck Robbins (R) at the Business Roundtable's quarterly meeting at the Business Roundtable headquarters on March 11, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump addressed the group of CEO’s as his recent tariff implementations have sparked uncertainty that have helped fuel a market sell-off.

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Caution in the C-Suite: How Business Leaders Are Navigating Trump 2.0

In the first months of Donald Trump’s second term as president, his policies – from sweeping tariffs and aggressive immigration enforcement to attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion – have thrown U.S. businesses into turmoil, leading to a 26-point decline in CEO confidence.

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Floods Are Getting Stronger – but so Are the People
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Melissa Otey’s holistic wellness studio, Issa Lifestyle STL, was more than a business: it was a decade-long labor of love and a sanctuary she built for her Florissant community. From yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound and art therapy, and lifestyle coaching, the studio embodied her vision. It even included her own art gallery and a learning space for her children. It was truly everything she had ever hoped to create.

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Just the Facts: Trump’s 35% Canadian Tariff and Canada’s Response

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Just the Facts: Trump’s 35% Canadian Tariff and Canada’s Response

With just days remaining before President Trump’s self-imposed deadline to strike a new trade deal with Canada, no agreement appears imminent. What began as a tense negotiation has metastasized into a full-blown economic standoff, marked by dueling tariffs, political bravado, and waning diplomatic grace.

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U.S.-Japan Trade Pact Recalibrates Tariffs, Investment, and Alliances

The U.S.-Japan trade agreement reduces auto tariffs, unlocks $550B in investment, and expands market access — but its impact on inflation, manufacturing, and geopolitical stability remains uncertain.

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U.S.-Japan Trade Pact Recalibrates Tariffs, Investment, and Alliances

Overview of the U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement

Tariff Reduction to 15%. The U.S. will impose a 15% tariff on Japanese imports, down from the previously threatened 25%. Before the Trump administration, Japanese passenger vehicles faced a 2.5% tariff, while trucks were subject to a 25% rate under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act.

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