2018年10月26日星期五

Yahoo! News: World News

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Yahoo! News: World News


Amid 2018 rancor, O’Rourke’s optimism stood out. But can he keep it civil?

Posted: 26 Oct 2018 12:26 PM PDT

Amid 2018 rancor, O'Rourke's optimism stood out. But can he keep it civil?It took less than 48 hours last week for Beto O'Rourke to express regret over attacking Ted Cruz, the United States senator he hopes to unseat this year. Grassroots energy, record fundraising hauls, and a Democrat actually being competitive statewide in ruby-red Texas have combined to make this one of the most closely-watched contests in the country. In the months he has campaigned across the state he has rarely criticized Senator Cruz, saying he instead wants to focus on issues, inclusion, and optimism.


A better way to view the migrant caravan

Posted: 26 Oct 2018 11:05 AM PDT

A better way to view the migrant caravanViewing them as predators, Mr. Trump seeks stronger border security and aggressive immigration restrictions, perhaps with an eye on the November elections for Congress. Based on recent evidence, more people in those countries may be viewing themselves as capable agents of progress.


As Brazil votes, Bolsonaro fans are hungry for a hero

Posted: 26 Oct 2018 10:06 AM PDT

As Brazil votes, Bolsonaro fans are hungry for a hero"The country needs someone who values family, who values measures against corruption, and who has a clean record," says Vania de Alencar, a middle-aged lawyer wearing a Brazilian soccer jersey. In the past, Ms. Alencar supported former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and the PT, which ran Brazil from 2003 to 2016. Earlier this year, Lula, as he is known, led the polls.


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