affairs

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Maintaining a semblance of privacy is increasingly difficult in the age of social media, and how much we share with our unmarried partner about our financial affairs is on a need-to-know basis.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

Vladimir Putin’s understanding of world affairs is cold-blooded, but also rational enough on its own terms.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

For decades, vetted journalists from prominent outlets have been granted badges that allow them to freely move through parts of the Pentagon to engage with officials and public affairs staff.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

“Blue Lake Rancheria acknowledges the importance of transitioning to renewable energy sources — including offshore wind — as part of addressing climate change,” said Heidi Moore-Guynup, director of tribal and government affairs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

After more than fifty years of nearly complete deference to Southern states and noninterference in their racial affairs, Brown suggested a reversal in course.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander