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Whoopi Goldberg begs for it Georgia NAACP president warns against election interference; says voter suppression happening now Joe Rogan endorses Donald Trump, praises Elon Musk: Watch Will Trump or Harris win?The Hill, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024
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Finally, as Chairwoman Tanya Lewis said, the tribe wrote letters begging the government for some land.Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024
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Harris’ campaign has spent considerable time reaching out to independent voters, using the support of longtime Republicans such as former Rep. Liz Cheney and comments like Kelly’s to urge past Trump voters to reject his candidacy in November.Dan Merica, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024
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City Council President Helena Moreno urged Landry’s office in a letter Wednesday, WDSU reported, to work with the city on a unified approach to the housing issue.Doha Madani, NBC News, 24 Oct. 2024
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Like the pain of labor, the angst induced by this U.S. election will hopefully fade once we are presented with the results.Diane Brady, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
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For most women, periods don’t stop suddenly, although there are exceptions when menopause is induced by surgery or certain medical treatments that stop ovarian function.Katia Hetter, CNN, 30 Oct. 2024
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In this capacity, the Chinese leadership can—and must—lead a collective effort to persuade Russia to secure its vulnerable warheads, drawing on its own expanding bilateral relationship with Moscow.William M. Moon, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2024
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And Arizona Democrats are running against her with much of the same rhetoric that persuaded voters to reject her two years ago.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Loading your audio article HERCULES — Two shadowy figures here were somehow able to convince a woman to hand them a bag of cash containing $24,000 and close her eyes to join them in prayer, in another bizarre scam to hit a Bay Area resident.Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
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Many of her supporters who spoke to WIRED on Monday night agreed with Lake, convinced there was fraud afoot in the election already.David Gilbert, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
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Elections staff have been imploring residents to vote early, to avoid a flood of ballots on Election Day.Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024
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But just when the heat is at its hottest, Annie implores Bruno to settle down and start a family with her.Courtney Howard, Variety, 31 Oct. 2024
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Walker recommends going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, with only a +/- 25-minute variance. 4.Dr. Peter H. Diamandis, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
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Box Breathing Box breathing is an easy-to-learn breathing technique often recommended for people looking for stress or anxiety relief.13 Inhale through your nose for a count of four.Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
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Nick Seidler, 56, of Wauwatosa, MSOE coordinator of special events, was walking to work outside the polling place and said he was encouraged to see so many students voting.Madison Lammert, Journal Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2024
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To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.Amy Wagner and Steve Hruby, The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Prevail (upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prevail%20%28upon%29. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.
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