Almanac items and historic facts for December 21
December 21 2023 is the first day of winter and the 355th day of 2023. It lists notable birthdays from Benjamin Disraeli to Steven Yeun, notes Disney’s Snow White cost and Walt Disney mortgaging his home, and provides a marriage tip quote by Ray Romano and a Mayflower Compact fact.
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Kiefer Sutherland
Julie Delpy
Steven Yeun
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Abortion rights to swing 2024 voters across states
Democratic chances rise as abortion rights boost turnout among women and youth. Ohio’s 2024 ballot and recent state and national trends show abortion issues shaping votes, with surveys highlighting strong female and under-30 turnout and wide support for legal abortion.
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Jon Tester
Virginia
Glenn Youngkin
Jennifer Rubin
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Biden critics from Gen Z to climate groups clash with his record
Bloomberg Opinion columnist Matthew Yglesias argues Biden faces a paradox where climate achievements and progressive shifts irritate moderates and some progressives. He notes young swing voters see too little while others see too much. Trump’s threat looms, yet support from some groups remains conditional amid pressure for more action.
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Housing market paradox keeps buyers paying a premium
Megan McArdle argues homeowners hold a hidden asset in ultra low mortgage rates, while high current prices and scarce supply trap buyers. If rates fall or policies unlock due on sale clauses, prices could adjust. otherwise demand remains forced by zoning and cost barriers.
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