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“Four Fingers Point Back: Recognizing Our Own Flaws in Global Politics,” featured on dallasweekly.com, examines how nations must reflect on their own shortcomings to foster genuine international cooperation and peace.
Some evangelical leaders are actively addressing political radicalization within their congregations by promoting dialogue, emphasizing unity, and challenging extremist views, aiming to foster a more inclusive and balanced community.
American politics faces rising polarization, misinformation, and weakened institutions, contributing to public distrust and legislative gridlock. These factors fuel the ongoing decline in political discourse and governance effectiveness.
Dallas Democrat Colin Allred officially launched his Senate campaign, aiming to challenge incumbent John Cornyn. The race marks a high-profile contest for the key Texas seat in the upcoming election.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, speaking in Dallas, emphasized that political pressures would be a “distraction” from the Fed’s mission to manage inflation and stabilize the economy amid ongoing challenges.
In 2014, Dallas faced its first Ebola case, sparking urgent response efforts. Local hospitals, government agencies, and communities united swiftly, preventing an outbreak and setting a national example in epidemic containment.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urges Lockheed Martin and other defense contractors to accelerate production and innovation efforts. The push aims to strengthen U.S. military readiness amid rising global threats, officials say.
Liz Cheney and Colin Allred have forged an unlikely bipartisan alliance, sparking political ripples. Their cooperation highlights shifting dynamics in Washington and could reshape strategies ahead of upcoming elections.
U.S. Rep. Crockett secures $2.5M for a new South Dallas community center, calling the funding “a prayer answered.” The investment aims to enhance local resources and support neighborhood development.
Jasmine Crockett’s unexpected entry and last-minute filings shook up North Texas politics, intensifying the race and reshaping local power dynamics as the candidate filing period closed.
Ex-U.S. Attorney Erin Nealy Cox has been named the lead investigator in the search for missing Dallas police files. Her appointment aims to ensure a thorough and transparent inquiry into the case.
The US government has issued its highest-level “Do Not Travel” warning for Russia, citing security risks and instability amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, urging Americans to avoid all travel to the country.
The Senate held a crucial vote Tuesday on a tentative deal aimed at reopening the U.S. government after a prolonged shutdown. The bipartisan agreement seeks to restore funding and end the standoff.
At the 2018 Conservative Women’s Conference, Trumpism emerged as a unifying force, with attendees embracing the former president’s agenda as central to their political identity and conservative values.
Jasmine Crockett embraces Republican insults as a badge of honor in her U.S. Senate race, using the criticism to fuel her campaign and connect with voters, the Austin American-Statesman reports.
Jasmine Crockett defends Democratic rhetoric following the Charlie Kirk slaying, urging for measured responses while condemning violence. She calls for unity amid heightened political tensions in Dallas.
Micah Johnson, the Dallas sniper responsible for the deadly 2016 attack on police officers, was previously sent home early from Afghanistan, The Guardian reports. His military background is under renewed scrutiny.
A wireless provider branded as the nation’s “only Christian conservative” carrier is expanding its influence, now aiming to reshape education by securing seats on local school boards, NBC News reports.
Protesters rallied against former President Trump at the “No Kings” demonstrations in Dallas and nationwide, expressing opposition to his influence in American politics and calling for democratic accountability.
Dozens of U.S. airports declined to show a video by South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the government shutdown, citing concerns over political content in public spaces, Spectrum News reports.