Politics & Government Good News

Ways that people, organizations, and governments are fighting to strengthen democracy in the United States and around the world

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Good News This Week: November 23, 2024 - Corals, Books, & Trees

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Pine cone collectors hope to stave off future forest fires: 'We need to do something now'

To regenerate forests, pine cone collectors are replanting one seedling at a time.
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This year, 16 states have cracked down on 'forever chemicals' in everyday products

Out of those states, 11 have enacted outright bans on PFAS in certain consumer products.
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A child writes a letter to Santa

USPS takes Santa's workshop online, partnering with Toys R Us to fulfill wishes for children in need

The new online platform makes buying and shipping gifts to children and families in need a breeze.
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A screenshot of the Chart Your Fart app, which allows users to track their flatulence and attribute characteristics like stench, loudness, duration, linger, and detectability.

'Chart Your Fart' mobile app asks Australians to track flatulence in the name of science

The new public health initiative will help researchers better understand “wind power” across a large population.
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Good News This Week: November 9, 2024 - Dogs, Ferrets, & Woodpeckers

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Two images side by side. On the left, a Canadian street sign reads "Taylor Swift Way" in front of a backdrop of downtown Toronto. On the right, Taylor Swift sings on stage in a flowing blue dress

Toronto Eras Tour venue calls on Swifites to do good, matching donations up to $113,000 for local food bank

The Canadian city is Swift’s final stop on The Eras Tour, and the Rogers Centre is pulling out all the stops.
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Good News This Week: November 2, 2024 - Vapes, Trees, & Pumpkins

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A shot from above, looking down at the city of San Juan, Puerto Rico

7 years after Hurricane María, FEMA continues aiding crucial nonprofits in Puerto Rico

In Puerto Rico, a food program and a therapy center both received a much-needed boost from FEMA for infrastructure repairs.
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Two photos side by side. On the left, a pumpkin is carved with the image of a fat bear. On the right, a pumpkin is carved with an image of a bison tossing a tourist in the air

New national park pumpkin carving templates depict beloved species and wildlife warning

The templates remind visitors of the beauty of the parks — and some key wildlife safety tips.
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Two images side-by-side. On the left, Allyson Felix wears a red dress and tan hat while holding her toddler daughter. They are in a desert environment. On the right, a pile of "I Voted" stickers sits on a table.

Need Election Day child care? Olympian Allyson Felix has your back

The decorated track star is using her mom power to help elevate free child care opportunities for voters across the country.
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Kate Barr, a white woman with short blond hair, sits in an office. She wears a cerulean blue sweatshirt, which is covered in white text that reads: "Clear eyes. Full hearts. Can't win."

North Carolina woman runs state senate campaign 'built to lose' to shine a light on gerrymandering

Kate Barr is running for office in North Carolina. Her biggest opponent? Gerrymandering.
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