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Merry Christmas

The Many Faces of Christmas: A Universal Call for Unity

Christmas is a holiday of profound duality, existing simultaneously as a sacred religious pillar and a vibrant secular phenomenon. To some, it is the celebration of a divine birth; to others, it is a season of nostalgia, gift-giving, and twinkling lights. However, beneath the layers of theology and the bustle of consumerism lies a common thread that binds these perspectives together: the fundamental call for human cooperation, mutual respect, and peace.

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A Global System to Save Social Security and have Prosperity

The Global Balanced Budget: A Strategy for Stability and Growth

The intersection of national debt crises and global economic stagnation requires a rethink of traditional fiscal policy. By implementing a global United Nations (UN) income tax paired with a strictly balanced budget, the international community could unlock a powerful economic engine. This proposal leverages the Keynesian Balanced Budget Multiplier to stimulate global demand while providing a critical safety net for the strained social security systems of developed nations.

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CNN Should Give Out all News and Articles for Free

The Digital Divide: Why CNN’s Paywall Is a Step Backward

For decades, cnn.com has served as a digital town square—a primary source for breaking news accessible to anyone with an internet connection. However, the recent shift to place much of its content behind a paywall represents a troubling departure from the ideal of a well-informed public. While the move is framed as a “digital evolution,” it is effectively a “regressive” policy that prioritizes profit margins over the democratic necessity of accessible, high-quality information.

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United Nations News is One of the Best Sources of Information

In an era of rapid-fire headlines and polarized media, the need for a reliable, comprehensive, and impartial source of information has never been more urgent. For those seeking to understand the intricate complexities of our globalized world, the United Nations news portal, news.un.org, stands as an essential resource. By providing direct access to the latest developments in international affairs and shining a light on humanitarian crises that often go overlooked, the site serves as a vital bridge between global citizens and the mission of the United Nations.

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He Might be Losing Control

As 2025 draws to a close, the once-monolithic “MAGA” movement is showing visible signs of wear. For nearly a decade, Donald Trump maintained an iron grip on the Republican Party, but his second term has introduced a new and unfamiliar narrative: a simultaneous decline in physical vigor and political dominance. As the President nears his 80th birthday, the image of the high-energy insurgent is being replaced by that of a “lame duck” leader struggling with the demands of the Oval Office and a restive GOP.

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Trump’s Decision to Stop the Wind Farms

The recent decision by the Trump administration to suspend five major offshore wind projects along the East Coast marks a significant retreat from the pursuit of a sustainable energy future. Citing “national security risks” identified in classified reports, the administration has halted nearly completed projects like Vineyard Wind 1 and Revolution Wind. While the government emphasizes the potential for turbine interference with military radar, this justification appears to be a thin veil for a broader ideological preference for fossil fuels. By prioritizing opaque security concerns over clear environmental and economic benefits, this suspension undermines American energy independence, stifles job growth, and delays the urgent transition to clean energy.

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Support OCHA to Help the World

Supporting the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is not merely an act of international charity; it is a strategic investment in the world’s most essential safety net. As the primary body responsible for synchronizing global disaster and conflict response, OCHA ensures that aid is not just delivered, but delivered effectively, fairly, and swiftly.

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Secular Humanism and the Truth

The Core of Modern Ethics: Why Secular Humanism Wins

At its heart, secular humanism is not a rigid dogma but a framework for making decisions based on reason, empathy, and the pursuit of human flourishing. While its specific policy implementations are often the subject of healthy debate, its foundational pillars—reliance on the scientific method, the intrinsic value of the individual, and the rejection of supernatural authority—provide the most reliable map for navigating a complex, modern world.

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Support Your Local Food Bank

The Vital Lifeline: Why Local Food Banks Matter in a Global Context

In a modern, organized society, the responsibility for ensuring that no citizen goes hungry is often viewed as a fundamental obligation of the state. Governments possess the infrastructure, tax revenue, and legislative power to enact broad social safety nets like SNAP or school lunch programs. However, the reality of poverty is frequently more immediate and complex than a centralized bureaucracy can handle. Supporting a local food bank is not merely an act of charity; it is a vital community intervention that fills the inevitable gaps left by government policy, while highlighting the need for a more robust international framework to address poverty at its root.

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Statesmanship and Character are Not the Same as Personality

The Crisis of Character: Why the Modern World Needs Statesmen, Not Personalities

In the contemporary political landscape, we are often seduced by the “strongman” or the “charismatic outsider.” We mistake a loud voice for a clear vision and a forceful personality for effective leadership. However, as our global challenges grow more complex, it becomes increasingly clear that what we urgently need is not charisma, but quality statesmanship. To understand why, we must examine the mechanics of power—how it is derived, how it is exercised, and how it relates to the very structure of the human mind.

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