Bayard Rustin's Relationship With MLK Explained
Bayard Rustin, who organized the 1963 Civil Rights March on Washington, had a complicated relationship with Martin Luther King Jr. Here's the story.
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The True Story Of The 'Wise Gals' Of The CIA
During World War II, the U.S. government created the direct predecessor of the CIA. Women played a huge role in espionage but working in that role wasn't easy.
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Who Is Volker Türk, The United Nations' Human Rights Chief?
In the 2023 Israel-Hamas war, Volker Türk, the United Nations' Human Rights Chief, called out both sides for breaking international law by attacking civilians.
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How Israel Became A Country
Israel is a relatively new nation, born out of a conflation of circumstances in an effort to establish a Jewish state. Yet conflict there has been ongoing.
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The Real Reason American Politicians Are So Wealthy
American politicians' salaries pale in comparison to many other professions, yet more than half are millionaires. Here's why they are so wealthy.
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The Tangled Life Of Matt Gaetz
Who is Rep. Matt Gaetz, what has he stood for, and what has he been involved in? Everything from accusations of human trafficking to body-shaming teenagers.
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Why Kevin McCarthy's Removal As House Speaker Is So Historic (And What Does It Mean)
In a historic moment, the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Kevin McCarthy, was forced from his position in a 216 to 210 vote.
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Why Election Day Is In November
The timing of U.S. Election Day has remained consistent since the first president took the White House. Here's why heads of state are decided in November.
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What Happens If A Member Of Congress Dies While In Office?
Occasionally, sitting Senators die before finishing out their terms, leaving a vacant seat. Here's what happens if a member of Congress dies while in office.
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United States Senators Who Served In Their 90s
When most people have long retired, a select few still find the energy to serve in the U.S. Senate. Here are the U.S. Senators who kept going into their 90s.
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Why US Congress Members Don't Have Term Limits
Members of the United States Congress don't have term limits. There are multiple reasons for this, and we have to look back in history to find them.
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What Would Happen If Washington D.C. Became The 51st State?
D.C. statehood has been a topic of debate in recent years, with Washingtonians pushing for representation. Here's what would happen if it became reality.
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Politician Misconduct That Was Caught On Camera
With phones and cameras everywhere, misbehavior is much harder to hide. Here are some politicians who decided to misbehave and were caught red-handed.
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What The 2023 Elections Could Predict For The 2024 Presidential Election
Election seasons in the United States run significantly longer than in other countries, and many experts use previous elections to predict the next.
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Who Is Lachlan Murdoch, Son And Successor Of Rupert Murdoch?
In 2023, Rupert Murdoch announced that his son, Lachlan, would be taking over as chairman of News Corp and Fox News. So who is the younger Murdoch?
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What Is The G20 Summit And What Does It Actually Do?
Representatives from the world's largest economies - the Group of 20 - meet for the G20 Summit each year. So what's the purpose of this meeting?
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The Real Reason Political Commercials End With 'I Approve This Message'
At the end of each political ad, the candidate gives their name and then says, "I approve this message." Why is that, and does it do any good?
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What Happens If A Senator Becomes Unfit To Hold Office Due To Medical Reasons?
In 2023, two United States senators displayed behavior that suggested they might not be fit for their positions. In this situation, what are the options?
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Why Ohio Is So Important In Elections
Ohio is an imporant part of United States elections, which is why you'll see so many political candidates speaking directly to its population. Here's why.
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What Happens In Ukraine If Volodymyr Zelensky Dies In Office?
Amid the Ukraine-Russia war, many have wondered what would happen if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dies in office. Here's the likely scenario.
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The Real Reason JFK Had Two Caskets
President John F. Kennedy was infamously assassinated in 1963, but did you know that he had two caskets? Here's what really happened after that fateful day.
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The Wagner Group Military Mutiny Against Moscow Explained
The Wagner Group led by longtime Putin ally Yevgeny Prigozhin initiated a rare military mutiny against Moscow in June 2023. This is what happened.
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Why Wagner Group Leader Yevgeny Prigozhin Was So Dangerous
Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin is the man behind the apparent coup attempt in Russia in June 2023, amid the Ukraine-Russia war. Who is he?
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How The Hunter Biden Case Could Affect The 2024 Presidential Election
In June 2023, it was revealed that Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, will plead guilty to tax offenses. Here's how it could affect the 2024 presidential election.
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Why Some Experts Say Boris Johnson's Career Is Finished
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has seen his share of scandal. Here's why some experts say his career is finished.
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The Tangled Life Of Hunter Biden
As son of President Joe Biden, Hunter Biden has come under major scrutiny in the last several years, leading to felony gun convictions and federal tax charges.
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The Tangled Life Of George Santos
Newbie politician George Santos has been accused of a variety of crimes, as well as lying about literally every aspect of his life.
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