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Unpacking the ‘Turnout Myth’: How Beliefs About Voting Shape Partisan Strategies and Laws

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — A recent study conducted by researchers Ryan Claassen and Michael Easley examines the polarized landscape of voting rights in the United States, highlighting the intricate dynamics that both major political parties navigate in their strategies. The paper posits that while each party claims to advocate for voting rights, neither holds a singular claim to bolstering these rights or safeguarding against electoral fraud. The authors theorize that partisan stances on voting issues often reflect underlying beliefs regarding coalition-building. Elections can hinge on either energizing core supporters to turn out at the polls or … Read more

85-Year-Old Columbia Woman Secures $2.5 Million Victory in Hazardous Walkway Lawsuit

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COLUMBIA, S.C. — An 85-year-old woman in the Columbia area has been awarded $2.5 million in a lawsuit related to injuries sustained from a hazardous walkway outside her home. The case highlights the ongoing concerns about property safety and the responsibility of homeowners to maintain safe conditions. The lawsuit was filed after the woman, who has not been named, suffered significant injuries in 2017 due to a slippery walkway. Her legal claim argued that the property owner failed to provide adequate maintenance, resulting in a dangerous environment. Jurors ultimately sided with her, acknowledging the long-term … Read more

Democratic Senators Express Alarm Over Pentagon’s Plan to Deploy Military Lawyers as Immigration Judges

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WASHINGTON — A group of Democratic senators has expressed significant concerns regarding a recent Pentagon initiative allowing military lawyers to temporarily serve as immigration judges. They argue that this move could breach longstanding prohibitions against utilizing military personnel for law enforcement duties, potentially undermining the military’s judicial framework. The letter to military service branches, shared with the press, was dispatched shortly after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sanctioned the deployment of up to 600 military attorneys to the Justice Department. This initiative aligns with broader immigration enforcement strategies pursued by the Trump administration, which has seen … Read more

Judge Dismisses Terrorism Charges Against Accused Insurance CEO Killer as Case Progresses in New York

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New York, N.Y. — A judge has dismissed two murder charges against Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, during a court hearing on Tuesday. This marks Mangione’s first appearance in a Manhattan courtroom in five months. Judge Gregory Carro invalidated the severe accusation of first-degree murder that had classified the crime as an act of terrorism, stating that evidence presented to the grand jury was insufficient to support this characterization. The judge also dismissed a second-degree murder charge connected to the alleged terrorism aspect of the case. Remaining charges against Mangione include … Read more