Getty Images; Insider New Hampshire Constitutional Convention Question asks voters about hosting a state constitutional convention. There are no organized campaigns in support of or in opposition to the question, according to Ballotpedia. Since 1894, there have been five instances where voters rejected the question and eight times when voters approved it. A “yes” on…
Monthly Archives: November 2022
Getty Images; Insider Alaska’s Constitutional Convention Question asks voters about hosting a constitutional convention. Supporters argue the convention could be an opportunity to include new rights into the constitution. Opponents argue the convention would be too expensive and potential lead to drastic changes. A “yes” on the Alaska Constitutional Convention Question would establish a state…
Facebook parent company Meta could announce large-scale layoffs as early as next week, according to The Wall Street Journal. The outlet reports the company is planning to cut “many thousands” of employees, with an announcement coming as soon as Wednesday. Meta currently employs more than 87,000 individuals. The cuts could be the largest workforce reduction…
Samsung this week released a new anti-Apple “On the Fence” ad that once again targets Apple’s lack of foldable devices. In the spot, a man sits on a fence overlooking a retail store designed to look like an Apple Store. “Hey, what are you doing up there?” asks an Apple-like employee. “You can’t sit on…
Illustration by Nick Barclay / The Verge Meta’s planning major job cuts that could affect “thousands” of workers, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. Sources familiar with the situation told the WSJ that the layoffs could begin as soon as Wednesday. The Facebook and Instagram parent company reported over 87,000 employees at…
Ronna McDaniel, Chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, speaks at a get-out-the-vote event in support of Dr. Mehmet Oz for Senate and Guy Ciarrocchi for Congress in Malvern, Pennsylvania on October 15, 2022. Rachel Wisniewski/Washington Post Ronna McDaniel said “nobody should be intimidating” voters following reports of intimidation in multiple states. She added that “poll…
Getty Images; Insider Michigan Proposal 2 would add several voting policies to the state constitution. Proponents say the proposal will protect voters and elections. Opponents argue that putting the proposal into the state constitution goes too far. A “yes” on Michigan Proposal 2 would amend the state’s constitution with several voting policies. Ballot measure details…
Getty Images; Insider Amendment 1 would alter the state’s constitution to add a right to collective bargaining. Proponents say that the amendment will protect anti-union opposition. Opponents argue that the law gives unions too much power. A “yes” on Amendment 1 would alter the state’s constitution to give people the right to collective bargaining. Ballot…
Getty Images; Insider Measure 114 would make it a requirement to obtain permits for gun purchases. Proponents say that the measure would make schools and communities safe from gun violence. Opponents say that it would prevent easy access to guns to defend themselves. A “yes” on Oregon’s Measure 114 would require permits and background checks…
Getty Images; Insider Amendment 1 would give citizens the right in the state constitution to bear arms. Proponents say that it will help protect citizens’ right to carry and own firearms in the state. Opponents say it will prevent lawmakers from passing gun safety laws. A “yes” on Iowa’s Amendment 1 would amend the state’s…