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College Kids Don’t Understand Socialism—or Capitalism. Our Research Proves It America's standing as the world's largest economy, with a reputation as a hub of innovation and as a land of opportunity, owes much to its system of free-market capitalism. Economic freedom has lifted more than one billion people out of poverty worldwide. And yet, there continues to be skepticism about capitalism in the U.S., where people blame economic freedom for everything from COVID-19 to the fire in the Gulf of Mexico. Trust in capitalism has especially diminished among young people, to the point where capitalism and socialism are equally popular. While the reasons for such skepticism are varied, Harvard Economist Edward Glaeser has hypothesized that the young are reacting negatively to policies that favor entrenched interests (crony capitalism) and that they favor "hyper-redistribution" rather than true socialism. Others have argued that students are being influenced by left-wing professors who dominate American college campuses. https://www.newsweek.com/college-kids-dont-understand-socialism-capitalism-our-research-proves-it-opinion-1608876 Family Dollar stores are closing across the US. Here's what we know about the stores in NM The corporate owners of Family Dollar announced nearly 1,000 impending closures across the U.S. in hopes of improving the company's bottom line. Dollar Tree Inc. announced the proposed closings in its fourth quarter business report in March, though it remains unknown which states will be impacted. A March 14 USA Today article noted after review of finances Dollar Tree plans to close nearly 600 Family Dollar stores in the first half of 2024. Nearly 370 Family Dollar and 30 Dollar Tree stores would close over the next several years at the end of each store’s current lease term, read the USA Today story. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/family-dollar-stores-are-closing-across-the-us-heres-what-we-know-about-the-stores-in-nm/ar-BB1lv30r Moms For Liberty Our founders are Tiffany and Tina, moms on a mission to stoke the fires of liberty. As former school board members, they witnessed how short-sighted and destructive policies directly hurt children and families. Now they are using their first-hand knowledge and experience to unite parents who are ready to fight those that stand in the way of liberty. https://www.momsforliberty.org/about/ Federal government promising a 'renters' bill of rights' in upcoming budget Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that his government will introduce new measures — including a new "bill of rights" — that he says will help protect those who rent their homes as part of the upcoming budget. Trudeau said the new measures are specifically geared toward younger people, who are renting more than previous generations. "It's about changing the rules of the game in a way that meets young people where they are," he said on Wednesday. https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/government-renters-bill-of-rights-1.7157206

As USPS institutes network reforms, mail delivery hits a 3-year low The U.S. Postal Service has continued to see slower mail delivery across the country, with delays picking up as the agency is in the throes of transforming its entire network. Postal management has repeatedly pointed to isolated incidents causing temporary disruptions—rather than any systemic issues—to explain the declining performance, though the trend has now persisted for nearly six months and is causing stakeholders and advocates to question the true root of the problem. USPS is now delivering just 83% of First-Class mail on time during the current fiscal quarter, its worst rate in three years. That is down from 86% in the first quarter and 91% in both the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 and the same period last year. https://www.govexec.com/management/2024/02/usps-institutes-network-reforms-mail-delivery-hits-three-year-low/394388/ Saving Wollman Rink made Trump a New York City hero In the context of Donald Trump’s globe-girdling career, his repair job 30 years ago on an old ice skating rink might seem to merit a mere footnote. But Trump’s reopening of Central Park’s Wollman Rink in 1986 was a defining moment for him — and for many New Yorkers, a hell of a first impression. https://nypost.com/2017/01/22/saving-wollman-rink-made-trump-a-new-york-city-hero/ How Vending Machines Are Shaping the Future of Retail Shopping As vending machines evolve, their market is anticipated to surge to 5426.9 million USD by 2024, driven by technological advancements and diversification in product offerings, including everything from coffee vending machines to eco-friendly solutions. This shift not only embraces traditional snacks but also expands to include healthy vending machines, modern vending machines offering tech gadgets, and even automated shops, highlighting the industry's shift towards more dynamic retail experiences. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/how-vending-machines-are-shaping-the-future-of-retail-shopping/ar-BB1lhd3y Amazing Vending Machines in Japan: A Journey of Convenience Discover the incredible vending machine culture in Japan, where convenience and curiosity collide. With over 5.5 million devices scattered throughout the country, Japan has more vending machines per capita than any other nation. From bustling city streets to serene rural neighborhoods, these machines offer a wide range of products, from beverages and fresh produce to hot food and even live lobsters. Dive into the fascinating world of Japanese vending machines and experience the convenience they bring to everyday life. https://dorado-group.jp/blog/discovering-amazing-vending-machines-in-japan Republican bill would rename D.C.-area airport after Trump A group of House Republicans has introduced legislation to rename Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia after former President Donald Trump. ... The measure says it would “designate the Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia as the ‘Donald J. Trump International Airport.’” https://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/republican-bill-rename-dc-area-airport-trump-rcna146051