What’s it like running a refugee podcast in troubled times?
The USC student-run Seeking Refuge podcast highlights the stories of refugees and experts in the field.
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Tag: trump
SC protesters join 3rd national ‘No Kings Day’ rally
Attendees, from veterans to students, point to the war in Iran, Congress and presidential power vs. constitutional limits.
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‘No Kings’ attracts colorful characters, leads first anti-Trump march through Columbia
Police blocked off several streets downtown for a crowd of thousands.
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TikTok’s future remains unclear. Some in the fine arts community are OK with that
The banning and unbanning of TikTok has left businesses that use the app in an uncertain position. But Richland County’s fine arts community is coping just fine.
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‘Panic Mode’: Trump’s federal aid freeze caused confusion among Columbia nonprofits
Nonprofits rely on federal funding. One executive order threatened to upend their financial support.
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South Carolina’s economic metrics tell a confusing story
Despite some positive economic metrics, many residents are still suffering. Experts point to a loss of purchasing power.
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Trump takes SC, with Midlands turnout high
Trouble with machines and polling places was limited.
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AT THE POLLS: Shorter Election Day lines, few problems at Midlands precincts
Election Day turnout was lower than in past years at Midlands precincts.
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‘Bare minimum’ poll workers in Richland County as Election Day approaches
South Carolina is facing a poll worker shortage. Here’s what poll staffing looks like in Richland and Lexington counties.
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Early voting begins in SC
South Carolina is experiencing its first presidential-election year with universal early voting. Here are the first-day numbers.
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Students, professor weigh in on whether presidential debate influenced voters
Maybe. Maybe not. “It kind of felt like I was arguing with a childish ex,” one USC student said of Trump’s debate performance.
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Unclear if young, Black South Carolinians will vote for Biden
Older Black voters consistently show up for Democrats – but will younger ones?
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