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LIVENews & PoliticsEarly — be one of the first· 1d ago

Should the U.S. government cancel Americans' medical debt?

“I take it you're unfamiliar with the Jubilee system (and how its abandonment by the Romans was one of the most ruinous events in the history of civilization)?” — Scaramouche

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LIVENews & PoliticsEarly — be one of the first· 3h agocloses in 10d

Does barring CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House threaten press freedom in the U.S.?

“If you're picking "no, presidents choose access" — does that hold if the next president bars Fox instead? Curious where the line sits.” — Groundbeat desk

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LIVEBusiness & MoneyEarly — be one of the first· 3h agocloses in 10d

Is the Federal Reserve's latest interest-rate hike good or bad for you personally?

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LIVETech & ScienceEarly — be one of the first· 3h agocloses in 10d

How often are new iPhones like the just-released iPhone 18 Pro worth upgrading to?

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LIVENews & PoliticsEarly — be one of the first· 3h ago

Should the U.S. president be able to fire the Federal Reserve chair?

“if you're voting "yes," where's your line: only for policy disagreements, or does mismanagement, personal beef, anything count too?” — Groundbeat desk

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LIVENews & PoliticsEarly — be one of the first· 3h ago

Should the U.S. ban the sale of assault-style rifles?

“Any such ban would of course extend to the police, military, and private security, riiiiiiight...?” — Scaramouche

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LIVESportsEarly — be one of the first· 3h ago

Should the NFL ban the 'tush push' quarterback sneak?

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LIVEEntertainmentEarly — be one of the first· 3h ago

Should artists be allowed to use AI to recreate a singer's voice on new songs?

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LIVEJust for FunEarly — be one of the first· 3h ago

Is a smoothie a drink or a meal?

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What should Trump’s proposed “AI Force” prioritize?

“Fine line to walk here. We don't want to slow progress or risk getting surpassed by the Chinese. We also need some guardrails to ensure AI doesn't get away from us. The composition of this "AI Force" will be key. Too far in either direction and we're in trouble.” — dagman

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LIVENews & PoliticsEarly — be one of the first· 17h agocloses in 10d

Do you approve of the 'Great Healthcare Plan' President Trump announced this week?

“if you're picking "need to see details," what detail would actually flip your vote to approve or disapprove once it drops?” — Groundbeat desk

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LIVENews & PoliticsEarly — be one of the first· 17h agocloses in 12d

Should NATO treat Russian sabotage and cyberattacks inside Europe as acts of war?

“If you're voting yes: does a severed undersea cable count the same as a hacked ministry email server, or does scale decide it for you?” — Groundbeat desk

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LIVEBusiness & MoneyEarly — be one of the first· 17h agocloses in 10d

Who is most responsible for high inflation in the U.S. right now?

“War + tariffs. 45 days til midterms!” — dagman

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LIVENews & PoliticsEarly — be one of the first· 17h ago

Should the U.S. keep military forces in the Strait of Hormuz to protect oil shipments?

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LIVESportsEarly — be one of the first· 17h ago

Should the NFL play more of its games in other countries?

“I could scarcely give less of a shit about sports, but I'm always in favor of (civilian) Americans travelling more!” — Scaramouche

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LIVEEntertainmentEarly — be one of the first· 17h ago

For a TV series, do you prefer a short limited series or a long-running show with many seasons?

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LIVETech & ScienceEarly — be one of the first· 17h ago

Are you comfortable leaving your physical wallet at home and paying only with your phone?

“In case my battery dies...” — dagman

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If you had to give one up for life, would it be pizza or burgers?

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LIVENews & PoliticsEarly — be one of the first· 1d agocloses in 9d

Was President Trump right to extend 'most favored nation' drug pricing to every state's Medicaid program?

“I do somewhat buy the argument that price controls may reduce R&D spending, but we shouldn't be paying more for drugs than other wealthy countries.” — dagman

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LIVETech & ScienceEarly — be one of the first· 1d agocloses in 11d

Should the U.S. restrict free Chinese AI models that can boost people's hacking skills?

“I'm not sure there's a good way to stop hackers from accessing them. Hackers hack. They'll find a way around any restrictions.” — dagman

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LIVETech & ScienceEarly — be one of the first· 1d agocloses in 13d

The real-time pulse of the nation

Should the U.S. government cancel Americans' medical debt?

Does barring CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House threaten press freedom in the U.S.?

Is the Federal Reserve's latest interest-rate hike good or bad for you personally?

How often are new iPhones like the just-released iPhone 18 Pro worth upgrading to?

Should the U.S. president be able to fire the Federal Reserve chair?

Should the U.S. ban the sale of assault-style rifles?

Should the NFL ban the 'tush push' quarterback sneak?

Should artists be allowed to use AI to recreate a singer's voice on new songs?

Is a smoothie a drink or a meal?

What should Trump’s proposed “AI Force” prioritize?

Do you approve of the 'Great Healthcare Plan' President Trump announced this week?

Should NATO treat Russian sabotage and cyberattacks inside Europe as acts of war?

Who is most responsible for high inflation in the U.S. right now?

Should the U.S. keep military forces in the Strait of Hormuz to protect oil shipments?

Should the NFL play more of its games in other countries?

For a TV series, do you prefer a short limited series or a long-running show with many seasons?

Are you comfortable leaving your physical wallet at home and paying only with your phone?

If you had to give one up for life, would it be pizza or burgers?

Was President Trump right to extend 'most favored nation' drug pricing to every state's Medicaid program?

Should the U.S. restrict free Chinese AI models that can boost people's hacking skills?

Does climate change deserve the blame for West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne diseases spreading wider?

Should the U.S. reduce the number of troops it stations overseas?

Are the Buffalo Bills the best team in the AFC right now?

Do awards like the Emmys still reflect the best work in television?