Current Events (9/28)-(10/4)
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Former President Jimmy Carter reaches his milestone
Jimmy Carter, the humanitarian and 39th President of the United States, celebrated his 100th birthday on Oct. 1. Born in 1924, Carter has had a long and impactful life, not only in politics but also in his humanitarian efforts. Prior to his political career, Carter and his family operated a peanut farm in Plains, Georgia. His legacy includes the Carter Center, a nonprofit organization aiming to promote peace, democracy and health worldwide and his work and support for Habitat for Humanity.
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Vice Presidential Debate: Tim Walz and JD Vance
On Oct. 1, Ohio Senator JD Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faced each other in the first and only 2024 vice presidential debate before polls began opening for early voting. These two candidates discussed a variety of issues, nationally and internationally. According to a CBS News reaction poll, 42% of viewers said Vance won the debate, while 41% thought Walz appeared as the winner. 17% called the debate a tie.
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Claudia Shienbaum sworn in as the first female president in Mexico
Former Mexico City Mayor Claudia Shienbaum was sworn in as the first female president of North America on Sept. 30. Shienbaum is known for her advocacy in scientific fields including energy efficiency, sustainability and the environment. She emphasizes all citizens should have basic rights to healthcare, education, shelter and jobs. Shienbaum has made many commitments to limit prices for gasoline and food, expand cash hand-out programs for women and children, support business investment, housing and passenger rail construction, according to AP News.
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