The very real threats to our democracy
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Voters remain gloomy despite recent economic gains POLITICO · Brittany Gibson The U.S. economy is growing. Gas prices are lower and wages are rising. Voters, however, are still in a sour mood. ‘Predatory gambling’ has helped the lottery reach sky-high jackpot, critics say NPR · Jonathan Franklin The drive to get rich off a winning ticket has a dark side, some say. Can educators and police predict the next school shooter? The 74 · Mark Keierleber The feds say “threat assessment” is key to identifying future gunmen. Critics see a civil rights nightmare. How to make Thanksgiving with as little prep as possible foodnetwork.com · Food Network Kitchen No, you don’t need to plan for days to make this meal — especially if you’re feeding a smaller crowd. The science behind why we follow influencers Mashable · Christianna Silva And how it leads to overconsumption. |
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The origins of human society are more complex than we thought The Conversation Canada · Vivek V. Venkataraman In many popular accounts of human prehistory, civilization emerged in a linear fashion. New research suggests otherwise. Too many Christians are afraid to admit they’re wrong, author says Religion News Service · Bob Smietana Tim Keller says some even use forgiveness to hide the truth. How to build supertall: Designers of the world’s tallest towers share their secrets CNN · Tom Page “Supertalls” are still relatively rare, with just 173 completed worldwide. The best paint colors for your personality type, according to the experts Martha Stewart Living · Madeline Buiano Some psychologists say your personality type can dictate the way you interact with color. |