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Sears Down to One California Store: A Retail Giant’s Demise

Sears will soon be down to one California store, and it’s hard not to feel a pang of nostalgia thinking about it. The simple fact is, Sears, once a retail behemoth, is shrinking, and the landscape of American shopping is changing before our very eyes. It’s like watching a piece of history slowly fade away.

It’s a sad story of missed opportunities, of a company that could have been so much more. Back when the internet was still a nascent idea, Sears had all the infrastructure in place for mail order. Think of the Sears catalogs, practically a staple in most homes, and imagine them seamlessly transitioned online.… Continue reading

Virginia GOP Fears DOGE Cuts Will Sink Gubernatorial Hopes

Republicans are deeply concerned that the fallout from the recent DOGE cuts will significantly damage their chances in the upcoming Virginia governor’s race. The party’s flippant and dismissive response to the widespread job losses has only exacerbated the situation. Their attempt to deflect criticism with a website filled with broken links to job search sites has further alienated voters.

The lack of a meaningful response from Republican leaders, including the Virginia Attorney General and Governor, during the mass layoffs impacting Northern Virginia and the Norfolk region, has fueled public anger. The party’s failure to join other states in pushing back against these cuts is a major point of contention for voters.… Continue reading