Jimmy Carter, the prolific ex-president, had an extensive publishing career spanning nonfiction, poetry, fiction, and children’s stories, with works like “An Hour Before Daylight” and “Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid” sparking debate. Recently honored for his literary contributions, Carter admitted that writing provided income but also posed challenges, such as the struggle he and his wife faced while co-authoring “Everything to Gain.” Despite disagreements, their marriage survived, and Carter’s extensive list of books includes titles like “The Blood of Abraham,” “An Outdoor Journal,” and “A Remarkable Mother.”
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Trump aims to slash Pell Grants, which could limit low-income students’ college access
SummaryThe Trump administration's fiscal year 2026 budget proposal includes substantial cuts to higher education funding, notably reducing the maximum federal Pell Grant from $7,395 to $5,710, along with scaling back the federal work-study program. These cuts, aimed at funding a tax and spending bill, could affect millions of low-income students, potentially increasing average student debt by $6,500 and limiting access to college. Critics argue that such measures disproportionately harm those who rely on financial aid,...
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