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BlackRock Turns Bullish on U.S. Stocks as Strong Earnings Offset Middle East Risks

BlackRock has upgraded U.S. equities to “overweight,” joining other major Wall Street firms in arguing that strong corporate earnings can help cushion the market against the economic fallout from

2026-04-15

Chicago Bears Stadium Fight Shows Why Taxpayer-Funded Sports Deals Often Fail the Public

The fight over where the Chicago Bears should build a new stadium has become more than a regional sports story. Here is a case study in how economic policy

2026-04-13

Lawmakers Force New Vote on Limiting Trump’s Iran Military Action Amid Ceasefire Uncertainty

The U.S. Senate was set to vote on a resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military action against Iran without congressional approval, reflecting growing alarm

2026-04-11

A Michigan Campaign Stop Shows How Democrats Are Trying to Channel Young Voter Anger Into Energy

A campaign rally in Ann Arbor, Michigan, offered a revealing snapshot of how many younger voters are approaching the 2026 midterms: not with apathy, but with deep frustration toward

2026-04-11