UPS Layoffs Highlight AI’s Devastating Impact on Union Workers

The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence and automation is reshaping industries across the United States, with unionized jobs—long considered the backbone of stable employment—now facing unprecedented threats. UPS, one of the largest logistics companies in the country, is accelerating this trend through its “Network of the Future” initiative. Designed to modernize its operations, this initiative…

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Opinion: Congress’s Social Security Fairness Act Under Fire, Critics Say Lawmakers Are Boosting Their Own Benefits

WASHINGTON, D.C. — With a critical vote looming before the holiday recess, the U.S. Senate appears poised to pass the Social Security Fairness Act, a bill that aims to repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). On paper, the legislation would level the playing field for public service retirees—like teachers,…

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New Study: Republicans Spread Misinformation in Response to Polarization More Often Than Democrats

A study published in the Journal of Marketing highlights the relationship between political polarization and the spread of misinformation. It finds that Republicans are more likely than Democrats to share false or misleading information in highly polarized situations. Researchers Xiajing Zhu and Cornelia Pechmann used experiments and historical data to uncover patterns that reveal how…

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10 Alarming Signs American Democracy Is Failing (And How Short-Term Stimulus Politics Accelerates the Decline)

The Echo of an Apocryphal WarningA quote—often misattributed to figures like Alexander Fraser Tytler—sums up a stark reality: “A democracy cannot exist as a permanent form of government. It can only last until the voters discover they can vote themselves largesse from the public treasury.” Though its origins are murky, the sentiment resonates today as…

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Opinion: 10 Compelling Reasons Mass Deportation Would Devastate the U.S. Economy

As plans circulate about a sweeping crackdown on undocumented immigrants, economists, military veterans, and community leaders are warning that the repercussions could be severe. Removing millions of individuals who contribute to businesses, communities, and key industries is not just a humanitarian concern—it’s an economic one. Here are ten reasons why a mass deportation scenario would…

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Student Loan Borrowers Beware in 2025: 10 Critical Changes Under the New Administration—From Social Security Garnishment to Collection Revivals

As we enter a new era under President-elect Donald Trump’s administration, student loan borrowers must understand how potential policy shifts could impact their finances. While some leaders in the incoming administration have suggested dismantling the Department of Education, that doesn’t mean federal student debt will vanish. Loans and their collection mechanisms are deeply embedded in…

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