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In 14 states, a swing of just three seats or fewer could determine whether one party holds a supermajority, meaning a margin so large it can enact laws without needing any support from the other party.  In most states, there is little doubt which party will prevail because of local voting patterns heavily favoring one party over another. But there is still plenty at stake.

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With inflation now easing to pre-pandemic levels, the latest data suggests that while some price pressures remain, particularly in essential areas like housing and food, overall price growth is moderating.

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The storm smashed through coastal communities, tore homes to pieces, flooded streets and spawned a barrage of deadly tornadoes. The hurricane spared Tampa a direct hit, and the lethal storm surge that scientists feared never materialized. 

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Biden declared that his administration remains committed to “sprinting to the finish” in addressing environmental justice issues and securing clean water for historically marginalized communities.

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The new program is an extension of NYC Schools Chancellor David Banks’ commitment to offer more accelerated high schools in areas that need it the most, citing Vice President Kamala Harris’ HBCU background as inspiration for the new program. 

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Vice President Kamala Harris (Photo: NNPA) 

The proposed program aims to relieve the burden on families relying on Medicaid, which covers the largest portion of the nation’s long-term care services.

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NNPA NEWSWIRE — Virtual pre-k programs offer a lifeline to families who want their children to experience the benefits of a structured pre-k program but face barriers to traditional programs.

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Black registered voters have an overwhelmingly positive view of Vice President Kamala Harris. But the poll also found that many Black voters don’t see Harris as a candidate who will set the country on a better trajectory or make a substantial difference in their own lives.

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Vice President Kamala Harris, who co-sponsored H.R. 40 as a senator—a bill to establish a commission to study reparations—emphasized the importance of acknowledging the long-term effects of slavery, redlining, and Jim Crow laws.

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Unite Here Local 2 leader María Mata (AP Photo/Juliana Yamada) 

Often when people think about unions, "they think of a white guy in a hard hat. But in fact, studies show that about two-thirds of working people who are covered by a union contract are women and/or people of color,” said Georgetown University labor historian Lane Windham.

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