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Mamdani believes democratic socialism “can flourish anywhere,” says he and Trump share love of New York City
Apr. 17, 2026
Mamdani's approval rating stood at 48% as he approached 100 days in office, according to a Marist poll released last week. Meanwhile, 30% of New York City residents said they disapprove of his job performance, and 23% said they were unsure.
Massachusetts paid out $1 billion in improper SNAP payments while 75% of able-bodied recipients didn’t work, new report finds
Apr. 17, 2026
A whistleblower cited in the report described fraud within the system as "rampant" and "unabated," along with a workplace culture that actively discourages basic verification of eligibility.
2 cities, 100 days: Socialism delivers disappointment once again
Apr. 16, 2026
Mamdani faces a multi-billion-dollar budget gap. He claims he inherited it — his critics say his grand plans have created and exacerbated it. Seattle tells a similar story.
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Tax Day Reminds Us That We Are All Government Employees
Apr. 15, 2026
Columnist Ken Buck writes, "Americans will collectively spend almost 12 billion hours of uncompensated time preparing their income tax returns this year, on top of the $2.66 trillion they will fork over to the federal government."
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Ken Buck’s Bold Idea To Balance The Budget
Apr. 17, 2026
In this episode of Balls & Strikes, journalist Gary Abernathy and former Congressman Ken Buck discuss a bold new structural change to how Washington handles your money. After years of failed "gimmick" commissions, Ken introduces his proposal for a grassroots-led Budget Commission chaired by the Chief Justice of the United States. Gary and Ken dive into why D.C. bureaucrats lose their spines once they enter the swamp and how an enforcement mechanism—tied directly to members' pay—could finally force fiscal restraint. Join us for a common-sense conversation about saving the next generation from an economic catastrophe.
