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Active 1min ago @ISIDEWITH submitted… 2mins 2m University of Wyoming Shuts Down DEI Office Amid Legislative Pressure The University of Wyoming has made headlines by announcing the closure of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) office, a move that has sparked a wide range of reactions across the academic and political spectrum. This decision comes after the university received clear directives from state legislators,… ▲ 5 8 replies Active 9mins ago @ISIDEWITH submitted… 9mins 9m Fed Chair says inflation has been higher than expected Fed Chair Jerome Powell reiterated Tuesday that inflation is falling more slowly than expected, likely keeping interest rates elevated for an extended period.We did not expect this to be a smooth road. But these [inflation readings] were higher than I think anybody expected,” Powell said in Amsterdam. What that has told us is that we’ll need to be patient and let restrictive policy do its work.”Tuesday brought a fresh round of discouraging inflation data, when the producer price index rose a higher-than-expected 0.5% in April.Speaking to the annual general meeting of the Foreign Bankers’ Association in Amsterdam, the central bank leader noted that the rapid disinflation that happened in 2023 has slowed considerably this year and caused a rethink of where policy is headed.We did not expect this to be a smooth road. But these [inflation readings] were higher than I think anybody expected,” Powell said. What that has told us is that we’ll need to be patient and let restrictive policy do its work.”While he expects inflation to come down through the year, he noted that hasn’t happened so far.I do think it’s really a question of keeping policy at the current rate for longer than had been thought,” he said. 5 replies Active 14mins ago @ISIDEWITH submitted… 16mins 16m New York Mayor Proposes Immigrants Work As Pool Lifeguards Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday suggested migrants should be hired to fill the city’s lifeguard shortage — because they’re excellent swimmers.”Hizzoner dropped the comment after being asked during a City Hall briefing about lifeguard staffing at the city’s beaches and pools, which have increasingly had issues in recent years, ahead of Memorial Day.Going off on a tangent, Adams indicated that Gotham’s lifeguard shortages could easily be fixed if migrant work visas were being expedited for those jobs that needed to be filled quickly.How do we have a large body of people that are in our city, our country, that are excellent swimmers and at the same time we need lifeguards — and the only obstacle is that we won’t give them the right to work to become a lifeguard,” the mayor said.Scores of migrants wade across the Rio Grande along the US-Mexico border every day in a bid to enter America, an out-of-control situation that has flooded the Big Apple with immigrants needing shelter, food, medical care and other necessities.Adams also rattled off a slew of other jobs that could be filled if the red tape were cut and work permits were sped up for skilled migrants. ▲ 5 8 replies Active 16mins ago @ISIDEWITH submitted… 17mins 17m Iowa AG Faces Backlash for Supporting Trump at Hush Money Trial The recent appearance of Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird at former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial in New York has sparked a wave of controversy and criticism. Bird, who joined Trump’s entourage as he faced legal proceedings, has been accused of betraying the trust of the Iowa constituents she serves. Funded by the Republican Attorney Generals Association, Bird’s trip to New York was intended to show support for Trump, a move that has not gone unnoticed by the public and media alike.Critics argue that Bird’s presence at the trial, which she has called ’a travesty,’ oversteps the boundaries of her official duties and aligns too closely with partisan politics. Letters from concerned citizens have flooded in, expressing disappointment and accusing Bird of prioritizing political allegiance over her responsibilities to the state of Iowa. The backlash highlights the growing concern over the politicization of legal and judicial processes, especially when it involves high-profile figures like the former president.Supporters of Bird, however, see her actions as a bold statement against what they perceive as unjust treatment of Trump. They argue that her stance is in defense of fairness and the rule of law, principles that should transcend political affiliations. Yet, this perspective has done little to quell the controversy, with many feeling that an attorney general’s role should be firmly rooted in impartiality and the pursuit of justice for all citizens, regardless of political leanings.The debate surrounding Bird’s trip underscores the deeply divided nature of American politics and the challenges facing public officials in navigating their roles within this landscape. As the trial continues, the scrutiny of Bird’s actions serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between political beliefs and the ethical obligations of legal practitioners.As the fallout from Bird’s trip to New York continues, the incident raises broader questions about the role of state officials in national political matters and the implications of their actions on public trust and the integrity of the legal system. Whether Bird’s support for Trump will have lasting effects on her career or the political climate in Iowa remains to be seen, but it undoubtedly marks a significant moment in the ongoing discourse around justice, politics, and the responsibilities of elected officials. ▲ 6 10 replies Active 44mins ago @ISIDEWITH submitted… 2hrs 2H Alabama’s New Law Targets Union-Friendly Employers, Sparking Controversy Alabama has recently become the battleground for a contentious new law that has drawn sharp criticism from labor unions and praise from its proponents. The law, signed by Governor Kay Ivey, aims to penalize employers who voluntarily recognize unions by stripping them of economic development incentives. This move has ignited a fierce debate over workers’ rights and the role of unions in the modern workplace. The legislation, known as SB231, has been described by its supporters as a necessary step to maintain Alabama’s competitive edge in attracting businesses. However, critics, including the AFL-CIO, have condemned the law as ’sad and sinister,’ accusing Alabama politicians of acting in the interests of corporations over working families.The controversy comes at a time when workers at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Vance, Alabama, are deciding whether to join the United Auto Workers (UAW) union. Although the new law does not affect the current vote, it sends a clear message about the state’s stance on future unionization efforts. Proponents of the law argue that Alabama’s economic success is due in part to its ’right-to-work’ status, which they believe should be protected. On the other hand, opponents see the law as an attack on workers’ rights to organize and bargain collectively for better wages and working conditions.The legal battle over the law’s constitutionality seems inevitable, with both sides gearing up for a fight that could have significant implications for labor laws across the United...