Author: Jordan Meadows

Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer In a rapidly digitizing financial world, the United States is witnessing a significant decline in the usage of cash and checks, according to a recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (FRBA). The report, which compares payment methods across 20 countries, highlights a remarkable shift in consumer behavior towards digital payment alternatives. The data from the FRBA reveals that the proportion of checks used

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer In 1990, Deborah Holder, a former Flight Attendant from New York, found herself captivated by a television advertisement featuring McDonald's operator Robert Lee Dunham discussing the intricacies of owning and operating a McDonald's franchise.  Intrigued by the potential of this opportunity, Deborah wanted to learn more. Through persistent daily phone calls, she eventually connected with Dunham, who generously guided her through the rigorous application process. 

By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer Despite advancements in banking accessibility and technology, a sizable portion of the population in the United States remains unbanked or underbanked. An unbanked individual refers to someone who doesn't have a checking or savings account at a bank or credit union. They primarily rely on alternative financial services like check cashing services, money orders, or payday loans for their financial transactions. On the other hand,

Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer  Kamala Harris made history in 2010 by winning the election for California's Attorney General, marking her as the first woman, the first Black American, and the first South Asian American to assume the role in the state's history.  Following her victory, her initial weeks were characterized by a slew of challenges, reminiscent of those she had encountered in her prior roles, reflecting the issues that had

[caption id="attachment_7289" align="alignnone" width="2048"] Protesters gathered outside the court on Tuesday as the justices heard oral arguments in FDA v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine. (Mark Walsh)[/caption] Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer The debate over personhood and abortion rights continues at the US Supreme Court, with Idaho's near-total ban on abortion under scrutiny. The case, argued on April 24, centers around whether Idaho's abortion restrictions conflict with the Emergency Medical Treatment and

  Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer The chief of staff oversees executive branch operations and holds a position of parity with appointed Cabinet secretaries. It is common for the role to wield significant influence over policy matters within the administration and orchestrate the development of the administration's policy goals while ensuring cohesion amidst diverse stakeholders. Among these behind-the-scenes and important figures is Kristi Jones, the chief of staff for North Carolina

  By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer Over half of Americans currently disapprove of the Vice President, according to the FiveThirtyEight. Americans know the name, the role, and the criticisms: do they know the person? Who is Kamala Harris? The White House did not respond to requests for comment. Fortunately, Harris wrote a book titled, "The Truths We Hold: An American Journey", which was released in January 2019 - weeks before

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer The North Carolina Senate Appropriations Committee recently approved a bill that will provide hundreds of millions of dollars to the state's private school voucher program. The move sparked heated debates between Democrats and Republicans, highlighting the sharp contrast in their perspectives on education spending priorities. North Carolina's cost-adjusted per-pupil funding level is $10,791, which is $4,695 lower than the national average. In terms of funding

  By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer In the wake of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination in April 1968, the small town of Riceville, Iowa, found itself grappling with confusion and grief. Among those affected were Jane Elliott's third-grade students, who couldn't comprehend why someone would take the life of their recently celebrated "Hero of the Month." It was in this atmosphere of perplexity and sorrow that Jane Elliott, a diversity

  Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer With recent developments in the state commencing, North Carolina is poised for potential reform on the legalization of marijuana amid a spectrum of opinions and legislative hurdles. 2023 witnessed a flurry of proposed bills in both the states' House and Senate pertaining to the legalization and regulation of hemp, medicinal cannabis, and adult recreational usage. The recent conclusion of the North Carolina General Assembly session