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Trump implements new AI policy agreement
Following a meeting with the heads of the largest Artificial Intelligence [AI] companies in the United States, Donald Trump signed an agreement to put controls on AI. On Tuesday, Sept. 29, during a technology summit held at the White House, Trump referred to the growing use and innovation of AI as an aid in…
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19 Buddhist monks peacefully protest On Oct. 26, 2025, 19 Buddhist monks left Fort Worth, Texas, and began a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace, which concluded on Feb.10, 2026, when they arrived in Washington, D.C. The monks came from Thailand, Vietnam, France, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and other countries and were organized by the Venerable Bhikkhu…
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ICE actions reflect a change in intentions
ICE [Immigration and Customs Enforcement] was designed to keep America safe, but today, it works nearly unregulated, endangering American citizens and non-citizens alike. Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old poet and U.S. citizen, was killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis on Jan. 7 while leaving a protest. On Jan. 24, ICE agents shot and killed…
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Emails and photos released regarding Epstein files On Nov. 12, 23,000 pages of emails to and from the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were released by the House Oversight Committee. These emails detailed conversations between Epstein and several political and public figures, including President Donald Trump. On Nov. 19, the Epstein Files Transparency…
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The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas takes action On Oct. 8, Donald Trump announced Israel and Hamas’ agreement to the first phase of his 20-point plan, including three stages each 42 days long, to end the war in Gaza. The ceasefire took effect on Oct. 10 with increased humanitarian aid entering the Gaza Strip.…
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Without Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, we as a country are moving backwards
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion [DEI] initiatives promote fairness and equal opportunities for all Americans. Under DEI policies, companies evaluate all candidates equally [regardless of race, sexual orientation, disabilities or other factors] during the hiring process and provide adequate training based on an individual’s needs, such as language-based training. However, under the Trump Administration, DEI-supporting…
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Thousand Oaks community takes a stand at the Hands Off! protest
“This is what democracy looks like,” chanted the crowd. Between 1-3 p.m. on April 5, approximately 2,000 Thousand Oaks community members protested against President Donald Trump’s administration and policies as a part of the Hands Off! National Day of Action. On the sidewalk near the Oaks Mall, between West Hillcrest Drive and Lynn Road,…
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United States is added to CIVICUS human rights watchlist
Nearly two months after the inauguration of President Donald Trump, the United States was added to the World Alliance for Citizen Participation [CIVICUS] monitor watchlist. CIVICUS is a nonprofit organization of democratic advocates and is known for its global watchlist highlighting concerns regarding civil liberty and human rights. CIVICUS states on its website that…
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DOGE fires numerous federal government employees
In recent months, the Department of Government Efficiency [DOGE] has fired numerous government employees in an attempt to reduce government spending and budgets. President Donald Trump has offered “deferred resignation,” giving months of paid leave to any government employee who voluntarily left their jobs as of Feb. 6. Just before this plan went into…
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President Trump implements new policies during first 30 days
Since his inauguration on Jan. 20, President Donald Trump has enacted and revoked many policies. These policies largely surround the economy, environment, education, military, foreign relations and immigration. For more information on new immigration policies and ICE raids, please visit page one. A large topic of discussion during the 2024 election was the economy,…