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Sixteen- and 17-year-olds are affected by local political issues as much as anyone. They also work without limits on hours, and pay taxes on their income, can drive, and in some cases are tried in adult courts. Sixteen- and 17-year-olds deserve the right to vote on issues that affect them on the local level. Further, voting is the most reliable way for ordinary citizens to influence the government. Lowering the voting age would make sure local politicians to listen to sixteen- and 17-year-olds and address their needs. … [Read more...] about San Francisco to Decide if 16-Year-Olds May Vote in Local Elections

Mark MeadowsMark Randall MeadowsThe Hill's 12:30 Report: Washington reacts to scathing Trump military story Democrats accuse Trump of rushing census to influence congressional redistricting Trump denies report he called US service members buried in France 'losers,' 'suckers' MORE, the fiscally hawkish White House chief of staff who with Treasury Secretary Steven MnuchinSteven Terner MnuchinTop GOP senator: 'It's not beyond' Pelosi to play politics with government funding Sunday shows - Stimulus, election preparations dominate Mnuchin: 'The president and I believe we should do more stimulus' MORE has led negotiations with Democrats, said states and local governments were short only $275 billion, and said that loosening rules on a previously-allocated $150 billion and adding another $150 billion would suffice. … [Read more...] about Discord over state and local funds plagues coronavirus talks

The security of her new home and job have allowed Williams to explore her hobbies and interests for the first time in years. She says that one of her greatest joys is being able to cook in a space of her own. Food is one of the tools she uses to give back to her community in the same way that they helped her. … [Read more...] about New job, new start — how this woman changed her life with the help of her local grocery store

Biden, on the other hand, has pledged to abolish suburban communities as they currently exist through a massive expansion of Section 8 vouchers, requiring local officials to abolish strict zoning laws to be eligible for federal grants, and packing neighborhoods with multi-family, mixed-income housing developments. … [Read more...] about Democrats Admit Trump Message ‘Working’ in the Suburbs, Biden Vows End to Local Control of Zoning

“This is really a community initiative, and this is for people from all walks of life,” said Warren Luckett, one of the founders. He says 68 restaurants, which is their largest number yet, are participating at no charge, offering special menu items at a discount during this designated week. … [Read more...] about Black Restaurant Week In Metro Atlanta: Local Businesses Serving Up Discounts