The assassination attempt on Trump was a shocking mission failure for the Secret Service. From JFK to Reagan, we examine what the agency’s history and response to past failures.
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Joe Biden the man who wanted to be President
Joe Biden became the 46 President of the United States. Twice before he ran for the Democrat presidential nomination and both times he lost - but he didn't give up.Born in 1942 he has spent most of his working life in the US Senate, except for the eight years as Vice President in the Obama administration. What does his record in the Senator, and his previous attempts at the presidency tell us about Joe Biden the man and the politician.
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How political violence has shaped American politics
While America was founded on lofty ideas – like democracy, equality and freedom – it’s was also shaped and continues to be shaped by political violence. The history of political violence in America from the time of slavery through to the assassination attempt on Donald trump.
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Nancy Pelosi once the most powerful woman in US politics
Nancy Pelosi was the Democrat Speaker of the House of Representative, during Donald Trump's first presidency. She was a constant thorn in his side and lead the push to impeachment him.For over four decades has has been a major player in US politics. And despite having retired from the House is said to have played a key role in getting Joe Biden to step aside last year. So, who is Nancy Pelosi.
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Capital gains are income so why are they taxed less than wages?
Australia starting taxing capital gains in 1986, stamping out a whole lot of tax evasion in the process.So why in 1999 did the Howard government introduce a discount on that tax? And how has that concession impacted investing in property?
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