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 The very real threats to our democracy: Stories curated by David French
flipboard.com · The Politics Desk
Democracy’s future depends on our ability to restore a basic respect for the humanity and decency of our political opponents.
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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.
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