On this day in 1904, William “Count” Basie was born
Legendary bandleader, composer and jazz pianist William “Count” Basie was born in Red Bank, New Jersey, on Aug. 21, 1904.
As a young man, Basie...
Voters worry about government spending, but inflation more pressing
Voters are concerned about excessive government spending, but issues such as inflation are more important in the run-up to the 2024 election.
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Trump confirms he will skip Republican debate
Former President Donald Trump confirmed Sunday that he will skip the Republican presidential primary debate this week.
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Inflation, price increases among top issues for voters
Voters of all stripes said they are concerned about inflation and price increases more than almost any other issue ahead of the 2024 presidential...
Lawmakers prepare for farm bill battle
The last U.S. major spending package on agricultural issues, known as the “farm bill,” is set to expire in September. Lawmakers and interest groups...
