New book could potentially mend divisive politics and polarization

TL/DR - The article discusses the increasing divisiveness seen in U.S. politics, arguing that a lack of personal relationships and understanding between politicians of different ideologies is contributing to this problem. It references a forthcoming book by two former Lansing lobbyists, Mike Ranville and Fritz Benson, which shares stories of…

Trump Urges Appeals Court to Dismiss Election Case Over Immunity

TL/DR - Donald Trump's lawyers have asked an appeals court to dismiss an indictment accusing the former president of plotting to overturn the 2020 election by arguing he had immunity due to the actions being taken while he was in office. Trump's lawyers have presented a case for executive immunity, stating that the judicial branch cannot hold a…

Top Arizona Songwriters Rally for Epic Glendale Encore

TL/DR - The Arizona Songwriters Gathering is set to take place for the 27th year in Glendale, offering a full day of music with over 100 live performances across three stages. The free event, which is supported by Arizona Commission on the Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, Glendale Main Library, and the Arizona Songwriters Association, will…

Inflation Reduction Act’s impact: Threat to Medicare beyond drug pricing

TL/DR - The Inflation Reduction Act's drug price-setting provisions are said to inhibit clinical programs and innovation, and may also drastically reshape Medicare. Changes under the Act include increased liabilities for private insurance companies who administer Medicare Part D; these companies are expected to respond by raising premiums.…