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In a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll, alarming numbers have emerged for President Joe Biden as he gears up for a potential rematch against former President Donald Trump. The survey, conducted among 1,250 American adults, reveals that Trump is currently leading at 40%, while Biden lags behind at 34%.

But a big concern for both candidates is the significant 18% of respondents who expressed their unwillingness to cast their vote if faced with a choice between Biden and Trump. This substantial portion of the electorate opting out of the process underscores a growing disillusionment among Americans with political options that are currently available.

Beyond the individual candidates, the poll sheds light on a broader sentiment permeating the electorate – and that is dissatisfaction with the two-party political system. The fact that nearly one-fifth of respondents would abstain from voting underlines a deep-seated frustration with the perceived limitations of the current political landscape. The poll also showed that the age of both candidates is a concern for voters as well.

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Bessie Coleman was born on January 26, 1892. She achieved historic milestones as the first African-American woman to obtain both a pilot's license and an international aviation license.

At the age of 18, Coleman utilized her savings to attend the Oklahoma Colored Agricultural and Normal University, completing one term before financial constraints forced her to return home.

In 1915, she relocated to Chicago, working as a manicurist and absorbing tales from World War I pilots. Driven by a determination to fly, she journeyed to Paris, where she earned the distinction of being the first African-American woman with an international aviation license and the world's inaugural female aviation pilot.

Known for her daring feats, Coleman tragically perished in 1926 at the age of 34 when a plane malfunction led to a fatal crash.

Check out the AURN original podcast, INVISIBLE EAGLES: Bessie Coleman Presented By AARP, for more info.

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The NAACP Image Awards were announced this morning. Netflix leads the pack with 55 nominations. Amazon with 27.

Colman Domingo leads the nominations across the motion picture categories with three. Ayo Edebiri received the most nominations in the television and streaming category with two for "Abbott Elementary" and "The Bear."

Victoria Monet and Usher received the most nominations in the music recording categories, earning six and five nods, respectively. RCA Records received an impressive twenty nominations, the most across record labels.

HarperCollins Publisher and Penguin Random House lead nominations across literary categories. Seven and four nods, respectively.

The winners will be revealed during a two-hour live TV special airing Saturday, March 16th at 8:00 PM on BET and CBS.

The Cleveland Cavaliers have issued a 25-game suspension to Khloe Kardashian's baby daddy, Tristan Thompson, for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy. Well, ABC News reports that the 32-year-old backups center was suspended without pay after testing positive for ibutamoren, a growth hormone, and SARM LGD-4033, commonly used by bodybuilders and weight lifters for muscle enhancement.

The NBA, along with other sports franchises, have been very careful around players using these enhancements and they really are very specific. They have things that are on the list, if you take them, you're gone. The team is saying they are supporting Tristan during his suspension. You know, he has a great voice. bounced around numerous teams, having played with Boston, Sacramento, Indiana, Chicago, and the Los Angeles Lakers.

I wish him the best. Hopefully, he'll get his life together.

Halle Berry's "The Mothership" has become the latest victim in a Hollywood trend of canceling completed movies and having them taken off the release schedule. Well, principal photography was completed back in 2021, although the film underwent apparently numerous post-production delays. They are also saying that it still needs extensive reshoots, but the issue is that the children in the movie have aged since the filming wrapped.

Well, Berry hasn't commented publicly on the cancelation of her new film, though she will stay in business with Netflix even beyond her deal with them. She will next be seen in Netflix's "The Union," starring alongside Mark Wahlberg, Mike Colter, and J.K. Simmons, which is in post-production.

Hey, never count Halle out. That girl always rises.

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Eyes are on the Senate as a bipartisan group tackles the critical issue of immigration. At the heart a plan to address the surge of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border, the proposed compromise focuses on reducing temporary residency permissions for migrants.

The deal's success hinges on agreeing on federal spending. The GOP views the current use of parole, which lets migrants live and work in the U.S. temporarily, as a loophole encouraging illegal immigration.

Democrats, on the other hand, see it as essential for humane treatment of vulnerable groups.

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre noted that the president is watching and monitoring the situation.

"As it relates to the president, the president has, tends to have conversations with members of Congress because of his long-term relationships with many of them. I don't have anything to read out, but I can say that our team here has been in regular contact, daily contact."

The agreement is crucial, not only for immigration policy but also for unlocking vital aid to Ukraine, currently stalled due to the impasse.

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Former President Donald Trump, hot off his New Hampshire primary victory, heads to a Manhattan federal court today for the ongoing defamation case with writer E. Jean Carroll. At the heart of the trial, Carroll accuses Trump of defamation following his 2019 remarks about her. Trump's defense team argues that Carroll saw financial gain from her public accusations.

The courtroom drama is not his only challenge. His behavior has previously drawn a judge's warning for potential ejection due to misconduct.

Simultaneously, Trump's political future faces scrutiny as Maine's Supreme Judicial Court ruled he can stay on the state's primary ballot pending a U.S. Supreme Court decision on a related case. This stems from Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows' attempt to block Trump's candidacy under the 14th Amendment, citing the former president's alleged involvement in the January 6th Capitol attack.

As he navigates these legal battles, the implications for Trump's 2024 presidential run are profound, with the Maine primary decision adding another layer of uncertainty to an already tumultuous campaign season.

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Born on January 25, 1938, in Los Angeles, Etta James, a gospel prodigy and musical icon, began her remarkable musical journey at the age of five.

Raised by her young mother, who was only 14 years old when she was born, she showed extraordinary talent, forming her own band at the age of 12. By 16, she had relocated from San Francisco to Los Angeles to embark on her recording career.

With a soulful voice and a career spanning decades, Etta James left a mark on the music industry. Her signature song "At Last" became an enduring classic, capturing the hearts of audiences worldwide.

In recognition of her immense contributions, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995.

Etta James passed away on January 20, 2012, at 73 years old. She left behind a legacy of timeless music that continues to resonate with generations.

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(AURN News) -- Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin continues on the path to recovery after complications from recent prostate cancer surgery, according to Pentagon Press Secretary Major General Pat Ryder.

“The Secretary continues to recuperate from home. He's recovering well. As I highlighted last week, part of his care at home continues to be physical therapy. But again, we'll keep you updated on his return date to the Pentagon,” Ryder affirmed.

On Tuesday, during a virtual meeting for the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, Secretary Austin made his first public appearance since his hospitalization.

“As you can tell, I'm joining from home today. I'm feeling good and looking forward to being back at the Pentagon very soon. And I'm grateful for all of your warm wishes,” he said.

The Secretary of Defense, however, is not only battling health challenges but also facing political pressure. Some members of Congress, spanning both political aisles, have called for Austin's resignation. The criticism stems from allegations that he did not initially disclose his health issues and complications following the surgery.

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The Black population in the United States has experienced significant growth from 2002 to 2022, witnessing a 32 percent increase, equivalent to 11 million people.

According to a research study conducted by the Pew Research Center, the total Black population in the country now stands at almost 48 million.

The study reveals that the general fertility rate for Black females aged 15-44 was 6.1 percent in 2022.

Several factors contribute to the growth of the Black population, including a rise in birth rates among Black women and an increase in interracial marriages, a growing number of mixed-race individuals choosing to identify as Black, and a notable influx of immigrants from African and Caribbean countries.

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On this day in 1871, Arthur A. Schomburg, a Puerto Rican historian, writer, and researcher, was born. Renowned for his activism and dedication to preserving African-American history, Schomburg's collection of literature formed the basis for the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, a division of the New York Public Library.

After arriving in America in 1891, he relocated to New York City a decade later, where he worked as a researcher at a law firm. In 1911, Schomburg co-founded the Negro Society for Historical Research, aiming to establish a scholarly institute.

Actively engaged in the Harlem Renaissance, he served as the co-editor of the 1912 edition of the Encyclopedia of the Colored Race. In 1926, the New York City Public Library acquired his extensive collection of historical materials.

Arthur Schomburg passed away in 1938 in Brooklyn.

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In the New Hampshire primary, Donald Trump emerged as the frontrunner with 54.6 percent of the Republican vote, while Nikki Haley trailed at 43.2 percent. Despite the gap, Haley has confirmed she's staying in the race, eyeing future primaries as potential game changers.

On the Democratic front, President Joe Biden, who secured an unconventional win in New Hampshire via a write-in campaign, is ramping up his campaigning efforts as he gears up for a rematch with Trump.

In a statement, Biden said it's increasingly clear that Trump is headed straight into a general election matchup where he will face the only person to have ever beaten him at the ballot box.

The most recent primary results are pivotal as they set the tone for the upcoming primaries. Both Democrats and Republicans are now strategizing for a highly competitive race, with candidates sharpening their focus on key issues and voter bases.

This early stage of the presidential race is already hinting at an intense and dynamic electoral battle.

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