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Michael Bloomberg and Bill Gates have made significant donations to Kamala Harris's presidential campaign, contributing $50 million each to Future Forward USA Action. This marks a notable shift in their political engagement as they respond to concerns over a potential second Trump presidency, with both billionaires historically cautious about political donations.
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As Election Day approaches, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are engaged in a fierce financial battle. Billionaire contributions have surged, reshaping the political landscape and raising concerns about the influence of wealth in democracy. Harris has outpaced Trump in fundraising, but Trump's billionaire backers have contributed more overall.
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Daniel Lurie, San Francisco's mayor-elect, plans to declare a state of emergency on fentanyl on his first day in office. He aims to combat open-air drug markets and improve public safety, reflecting a shift in voter sentiment towards tougher drug policies amid a growing addiction crisis.
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A new study reveals that state school students in England outperform their private school peers in core GCSE subjects when adjusted for socioeconomic background. However, private school students still excel in creative arts, raising concerns about educational inequality.