By Esther Claudette Gittens The stock market experienced a sharp decline yesterday, rattling investors and renewing debates about the economic consequences of political leadership. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 3.5%, the S&P 500 by 4.1%, and the Nasdaq by 5.2%, marking one of the most significant single-day drops in recent months. While market […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Ron Adar & A katz/ shutterstock.com New York City comprises five boroughs, each represented by a Democratic county leader who plays a pivotal role in shaping the city’s political landscape. These leaders influence policy directions, endorse candidates, and reflect the aspirations of their constituents. As the city approaches […]
By Center for American Progress | Editorial credit: Nir Levy / shutterstock.com As the nation observes a day of mourning for President Jimmy Carter, we honor his extraordinary life and legacy. Following the announcement of his passing at the age of 100, Patrick Gaspard, president and CEO of the Center for American Progress, released the following statement: […]
By:Lori Amber Roessner|theconversation.com|Editorial Credit:AP Photo/John Bazemore, File “I am a farmer, an engineer, a businessman, a planner, a scientist, a governor, and a Christian,” Jimmy Carter said while introducing himself to national political reporters when he announced his campaign to be the 39th president of the United States in December 1974. As journalists and historians consider Carter’s […]
By Ravi Maharaj For those unfamiliar with the book, movie, or concept, Moneyball was the name given to the strategy used by Billy Beane, Manager of the Oakland Athletics baseball team, in their 2002 season when replacements had to be found for the loss of two of their star players. As a result of their […]