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Is MMA cage match at the White House an appropriate way to celebrate America's 250th birthday or Donald Trump’s 80th birthday? The proposed MMA event at the White House prioritizes spectacle, corporate influence, and political branding over the values and traditions typically associated with national celebrations.
dcreport.org/2026/06/14/cage…
Check out article- After Helene: Lost & Found, which tells the story of volunteers and community members working to recover and return these treasured items to their owners, offering moments of hope amid a long recovery process.
Sometimes the most valuable things lost in a disaster can't be replaced, they can only be found.
dcreport.org/2026/06/12/hele…
Support for LGBTQ rights in the U.S. has declined from its early-2020s peak, according to new Gallup polling and much of that shift is being driven by changing attitudes among Republicans. Article originally posted on @19thnewsdcreport.org/2026/06/09/lgbt…
The River Arts District, historic Biltmore Village, and Chimney Rock are among the Western North Carolina communities working to bounce back stronger than ever after Hurricane Helene.
This short documentary by Caught in the Storm captures the victories, setbacks, and resilience of the business owners and community members refusing to give up.
dcreport.org/2026/06/09/west…
"A republic, if you can keep it."
For generations, Benjamin Franklin's famous warning has been interpreted as a challenge to preserve American democracy.
But what if the more pressing question today is not whether we can keep it, but whether we want it?
At a time of deep political polarization, declining trust, and increasing frustration with public institutions, the piece asks readers to reflect on a fundamental question:
What does it mean to be a citizen in a democracy?
dcreport.org/2026/06/10/not-…
Can an opposition party compete without a recognizable national voice?
It's time for democrats to appoint a designated spokesperson to deliver a more consistent message, which in turn will lead to increased visibility, and helping to focus the party's overall communication strategy.
dcreport.org/2026/06/05/demo…
Ebola is spreading again, and health officials warn the world cannot afford complacency.
Delayed detection, conflict, displacement, and strained public health resources have contributed to a growing outbreak in Central Africa.
dcreport.org/2026/06/07/the-…
After Hurricane Helene, the question isn't just how communities rebuild. It's who can afford to stay... Housing shortages and rising costs are shaping the future of Western North Carolina's recovery.
dcreport.org/2026/06/04/hele…
What does recovery look like 18 months after Hurricane Helene?
From Out of the Debris follows one woman's journey through loss, resilience, and rebuilding in Western North Carolina. A powerful documentary reminder that the hardest part of recovery often begins after the floodwaters recede.
dcreport.org/2026/06/02/from…
How much authority should the federal government have over voting by mail?
A proposed USPS rule would require states to submit voter information as part of the mail-ballot process, raising questions about election administration.
dcreport.org/2026/06/02/usin…
The storm may be over, but for many children the trauma remains.
The podcast by Namira Haris, unpacks the emotional impact and the need for long-term mental health support for young people after Hurricane Helene.
dcreport.org/2026/06/01/kids…
Was Hurricane Helene a once-in-a-generation disaster, or a warning of what's ahead?
Grace Sawin, student at @NUjournalism examines how Western North Carolina is adapting 18 months after the storm and what climate change means for the future of disaster preparedness, infrastructure, and community resilience.
dcreport.org/2026/05/31/fing…
The Supreme Court's *Louisiana v. Callais* decision has been described as one of the most consequential voting rights rulings in years. By narrowing protections under the Voting Rights Act, the Court has made challenges to minority vote dilution far more difficult reshaping the future of representation and redistricting in America.
dcreport.org/2026/05/31/call…
Has the Iran conflict made the U.S. stronger or exposed the limits of American power?
Trump's approach to Iran may have weakened U.S. leverage in the Middle East while also complicating broader strategic goals.
dcreport.org/2026/05/31/trum…
Proud to reunite with @NUjournalism for a second year of collaboration.
This time, students explored life in Western North Carolina 18 months after Tropical Storm Helene, creating a powerful multimedia experience featuring articles, podcasts, videos, data visualization, and immersive audio.
Huge thanks to Professor Carlene Hempel and an outstanding student team whose reporting brings these stories to life.
Take in the full experience: journalismdesign.camd.northe…
Garcia: "We asked Bondi questions about Ghislaine Maxwell and the transfer, and she referred those questions to Todd Blanche and the Bureau of Prisons. So we have many questions for Mr Blanche that Republicans are refusing to ask. Why was she transferred to a less secure facility?"
Why Cuba? After decades of U.S. hostility toward Cuba; sanctions, embargoes, and threats of intervention, suffering remains without clear purpose. Is the current policy about democracy, justice… or political theater?
dcreport.org/2026/05/26/why-…
Republicans are objecting to a proposed $1.8B fund that could compensate Jan. 6 rioters after supporting Trump’s election lies, pardons, and return to power.
Full article: dcreport.org/2026/05/23/dont…