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Budget D.C. Leaders Prepare for Tax Increase as Budget Gap Nears $800 Million – What You Need to Know Now!

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WASHINGTON, D.C. leaders are gearing up for a challenging budget season ahead, anticipating a deficit of $600 million to $800 million for the fiscal year 2025. The impact of the ongoing pandemic on office vacancies and tax revenue has put pressure on city officials to consider a potential tax increase to address the financial shortfall. D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson highlighted various financial strains on the city, including the expiration of federal pandemic aid, which …

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Chapman vs. Bellinger: Why the $26 Million Gap in MLB Deals?

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San Francisco, California – Matt Chapman, a member of the Boras Four, recently signed a three-year deal worth $54 million with the Giants. This contract includes opt-outs after the first two years, allowing Chapman to potentially re-enter the free-agent market. Despite his production being similar to Bellinger’s in the previous year, Chapman’s deal is $26 million lower than Bellinger’s contract with the Cubs. Age and performance fluctuations were cited as reasons for the discrepancy. Chapman’s …

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Voting Rights Act Under Fire: Racial Turnout Gap Grows Due to Supreme Court Decision, Experts Warn

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WASHINGTON, DC – A recent report by the Brennan Center for Justice highlights a concerning trend in voter turnout disparities between white and nonwhite voters over the past decade. The report suggests that a significant factor contributing to this growing gap is a 2013 Supreme Court decision that weakened the Voting Rights Act. Experts at the Brennan Center have expressed alarm over the widening racial turnout gap, emphasizing the negative implications for American democracy. Wendy …

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Marlins Still in Need of Shortstop – A Look at Potential Targets to Fill the Roster Gap, Including Tim Anderson

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OAKLAND, Calif. – Stepping into a challenging situation, veterans Alex Wood and Ross Stripling are bringing their experience and enthusiasm to the Oakland A’s as they embark on what may be the team’s final season in Oakland. Wood, a left-hander, has signed a one-year, $8.5 million free-agent contract with the A’s, while Stripling, a right-hander, was acquired in a trade from the San Francisco Giants. With the Giants, both pitchers saw their roles as full-time …

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Green Energy: The Real Facts – Huge Gap Impacts Our Climate Promise

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Across the nation, the transition to green energy has been met with a surge in opposition and restrictions. As the U.S. aims to achieve 100% clean energy by 2035, there is a growing concern surrounding the obstacles that are hindering the construction of solar and wind power facilities. While the U.S. is making efforts to increase its energy supply from commercial wind and solar to 19% by 2025, local governments in at least 15% of …

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