Majority of Americans not satisfied with U.S. economy, CBS News poll finds
A new CBS News poll found 69% of Americans are not satisfied with how the economy is working. With the Iran war in its sixth month, there’s still pain at the pump. Aaron Navarro has more.
Redistributing Economic Power in American Elections
Despite strong macroeconomic growth, soaring living costs and deep wealth inequality are driving a populist resurgence in American politics. Voters increasingly reject superficial relief, demanding bold antimonopoly action and structural reforms that challenge entrenched corporate dominance and empower everyday workers.
Opinion: Global Isolation Deepens as Israel Presents “We Know Best” Attitude
Writing for Haaretz, Tamer Nafar argues that recent UN events—from massive diplomatic walkouts to coercive delegation tactics—mark a turning point. As global patience wanes, the international community is increasingly recognizing the systemic arrogance and isolation that Palestinians have faced for decades.
Netanyahu’s UN Address: Defiance Amidst Walkouts and Protest
Benjamin Netanyahu’s defiant UN address triggered widespread delegate walkouts, public protests, and sharp clashes with local officials. Analysts view the combative international speech primarily as political theater aimed at rallying his domestic base amidst mounting diplomatic isolation.
Executive Power and the Assault on American Free Speech
Executive pressure is increasingly targeting media outlets, academic institutions, and legal watchdogs. Through regulatory maneuvers and strategic litigation, institutional safeguards around American free speech face mounting strain, prompting legal experts to warn of lasting damage to civil liberties.
Evaluating the Prospects of Renewed US-Iran Diplomacy Post-UNGA
Direct meetings between US and Iranian officials at UNGA have sparked cautious hope for a diplomatic thaw and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, without addressing deeper issues like nuclear monitoring and frozen assets, lasting peace remains uncertain.