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Mental Competency Tests Idea ‘ridiculous’ – Jill Biden

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The US first lady was responding to calls for the examination from Republicans

US First Lady Jill Biden has dismissed concerns about her husband’s mental acuity after Republican presidential hopeful Nikki Haley called for mandatory mental capacity tests for political candidates above the age of 75.

“Ridiculous,” she said to CNN in an interview set to be aired on Monday. She cited Joe Biden’s rigorous travel schedule as evidence of his effervescence, mentioning his recent surprise visit to Kiev.

“How many 30-year-olds could travel to Poland, get on the train?” she asked rhetorically. “Go nine more hours, go to Ukraine, meet with President Zelensky? So, look at the man,” she added of her husband, who is 80 years old. “Look what he’s doing. Look what he continues to do each and every day.”

Asked if she believed her husband would ever take such a mental capacity test, Jill Biden responded, “We would never even discuss something like that.”

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Joe Biden speaks as he meets with business and labor leaders at the White House in Washington, DC, November 18, 2022
Biden becomes first 80-year-old sitting US President

The first lady’s comments come after Haley, 51, said earlier this month that the US needed to “move past the stale ideas and faded names of the past” ahead of the 2024 presidential election. Her stance was seen not just as a salvo against the Biden administration, but also Donald Trump, who would be 78 at the time of the next election.

Should the race once again be between Biden and Trump, the winner would be the oldest candidate ever to be elected to the White House.

Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, who is 81, also pushed back against Haley’s suggestion, telling CBS News last month that such suggestions are “ageist.” 

“We are fighting racism. We’re fighting sexism. We’re fighting homophobia. I think we should also be fighting ageism,” Sanders said. “Trust me, look at people and say, ‘You know, this person is competent. This person’s incompetent.’ There are a lot of 40-year-olds out there who ain’t particularly competent.” 

Biden has yet to confirm if he intends to seek re-election in 2024. If he were to win a second term in Washington, he would be 82 years old on inauguration day.

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Montessori Schools Surge in Popularity as Parents Seek Personalized Education

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The education a child receives or doesn’t receive can have a big impact on whether or not they embrace their spiritual gifts. Montessori schools are educational spaces, that value individual growth and hands-on learning over traditional learning models. They are inspired by Doctor Maria Montessori’s vision, more than a century ago, focusing on a student-led learning approach.

Key features include mixed-age classrooms that promote learning from peers and the freedom for children to pick activities that interest them. Teachers act more as guides than lecturers, promoting a self-directed learning environment. Children learn independence, gain confidence, and nurture their curiosity, making them eager learners rather than passive listeners.

Montessori education doesn’t just focus on academics. It equally prioritizes social and emotional skills development, aiming to nurture empathetic, emotionally intelligent individuals capable of deep interpersonal relationships. The increased popularity of Montessori schools worldwide reflects a growing interest in more personalized educational models.

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Container Ship Dali Crashes into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, Causing Major Collapse, Many Missing

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Early on Tuesday, Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key bridge collapsed when the container ship Dali crashed into one of its pylons. The accident occurred around 1:27 am after the Dali experienced a total power failure and struck the bridge. The incident resulted in the bridge crumbling, sending vehicles and a construction crew into the waters below.

While two of the eight workers have been rescued one critically injured and one unharmed six remain missing. The Dali’s crew, totaling 22 members, reported no injuries. The Maryland governor highlighted the absence of structural issues with the bridge and dismissed any speculation of terrorism. authorities are now focusing on the search and rescue operation for the missing individuals and investigating the bridge’s collapse to ensure such a tragedy doesn’t reoccur.

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Israel’s Military Conscription Plan for Ultraorthodox Jews Sparks National Debate and Division

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In Israel, a controversial proposal to enforce military conscription in the Haredi community is stirring significant unrest and division. The current exemption policy is allowing tens of thousands of ultraorthodox Jews to avoid military service to study religious texts. Critics argue this system is unfair, as it places additional burdens on other citizens.

The proposal has sparked widespread debate, with Haredi leaders threatening mass emigration if forced into military service. Despite some ultraorthodox individuals voluntarily joining the military, opposition remains strong within their community, fearing it compromises their religious obligations. Government officials express concerns over the proposal’s potential to fuel division and undermine military and societal cohesion.

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