Category: Systemic
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Child Marriage in the U.S. — Where It Stands in 2025
The shifting legal landscape, from nationwide bans to lingering loopholes In 2025, the United States is still grappling with a practice many assume is long gone: child marriage. While 16 states and Washington, D.C., have banned marriage under age 18 with no exceptions, the majority—34 states—still allow minors to marry under certain circumstances. These allowances…
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When Power Is Abused: Tracking Sexual Misconduct in Politics
Recent scandals and long-term trends reveal an ongoing accountability crisis. Politics is meant to be a public trust, but recent events underscore a troubling reality: sexual misconduct allegations continue to surface at every level of government. From federal lawmakers to statehouse representatives, the problem is neither new nor limited to one political party. The data…