Recent studies show a rise in maternal, child, and adolescent mortality in the US while other countries' life expectancy rebounds in 2021. Despite these alarming trends, there has been little action to address them since the publication of the 2013 panel report on the same issue.
The location of Trump's campaign launch near a place associated with far-right groups is raising concerns, but his campaign claims it was chosen for its proximity to population centers. Meanwhile, there are potential policy solutions that America can learn from other countries to address its problems.
Despite a recent trend towards Democrats, Texas' registered voters have not turned out for election in large percentages, and Republicans have maintained majority control. While Democrats have been closing the gap, the last time Texas elected a Democrat was in 1976.