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January 2024

Outlook: Review of U.S. Political, Economic & Social Landscape

TL/DR - The economic health of the U.S. improved in 2023 with inflation lowering to 3.1%, annual growth averaging around 3%, record new business startups, an unemployment rate below 4%, and increased wealth for middle-income households. This is attributed to economic measures such as the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Investment and…

Winter Storm Hits U.S. with Snow, Extreme Cold, and Rain

TL/DR - Over 30 million Americans faced winter weather advisories due to extreme conditions, including heavy snow, high winds, and flooding rains, impacting various regions of the country. The Midwest experienced blizzard conditions, while the Northeast and New England grappled with heavy rains and flooding, leading to power outages and…

Kevin O’Leary’s Concerns and Solutions for Your Business

TL/DR - Kevin O'Leary, host of Shark Tank, expressed his concerns about the challenges facing small businesses in the US, citing issues such as rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, increased banking regulations, and lack of support from the Biden-Harris administration. O’Leary notes that 60% of American jobs come from small businesses, yet these…

CNN Speaks to The First All-Female Council of a Large US City

TL/DR - 1. The council of St. Paul, Minnesota's capital, is the first all-female council in a large US city. 2. This council made history with its unique composition of all women. 3. The women on this council have engaged in an interview with Laura Coates of CNN. First All-Female Council of a Major US City Interviewed by CNN The groundbreaking…