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As the government shutdown drags on, numerous federal programs—including education, healthcare, and energy assistance—face delays. Democrats are calling for the unconditional protection of public services, asserting they are core American values.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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Fears of heat-rationing for millions in US as shutdown delays energy aid
Most vulnerable families could be without critical energy assistance, experts warn, as electricity and gas bills surge
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/21/us-shutdown-energy-aid-bills?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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These peaceful demonstrations, held in small towns and major cities, demonstrate that defending democracy has become a common call across generations and parties.
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Demonstrators say 'No Kings' in Big Rapids protest against Trump
Demonstrators say 'No Kings' in Big Rapids protest against Trump
https://www.bigrapidsnews.com/news/article/group-says-no-kings-big-rapids-michigan-protest-21107636.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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A federal budget report shows that education funding has been significantly cut to offset soaring health care and social security costs, and Democrats are calling for re-prioritizing investment in education.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/ne...
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US deficit falls as sharp education cuts mask rising Social Security and healthcare costs - The Times of India
News News: The US federal budget deficit fell by $41 billion to $1.775 trillion in fiscal 2025, driven by record customs revenue from tariffs and steep cuts to e
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/us-deficit-falls-as-sharp-education-cuts-mask-rising-social-security-and-healthcare-costs/articleshow/124634465.cms?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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[LGBTQ+ Rights] In times of uncertainty in federal and state policies, protecting LGBTQ+ equality and anti-discrimination laws is even more important.
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Human Rights Campaign
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation is working to change the institutions of daily life for LGBTQ+ people. Our staff members are experts in making that…
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The Biden administration subsequently adjusted the allocation of counterterrorism funds, shifting it from Democratic-governed states to Republican states, triggering prosecutions in multiple states.
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Trump plans to switch anti-terror funds from Democratic to Republican states
Overhaul of $1bn post-9/11 program would shift funds to states that voted for Trump in 2024 election
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/16/anti-terror-funding-trump-democratic-states?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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Any effort to weaken voting protections for minorities harms democracy itself—and we support legislation at the federal level that explicitly guarantees voting rights.
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US Congress | US news | The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/us-congress/2025/oct/15/all?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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The risk of political violence in the United States is rising, and experts warn that extremism and confrontation are eroding the foundations of democracy.
www.vox.com/politics/464...
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Is America on the brink?
An expert on political violence offers warnings — and some hope.
https://www.vox.com/politics/464354/barbara-walter-charlie-kirk-gray-area-violence?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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