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The USDA plans to close its D.C. headquarters, resulting in thousands of layoffs and the relocation of remaining staff to three yet-to-be-determined national hubs. This restructuring also targets numerous field office leases. The stated rationale is to better serve farmers and ranchers, although critics argue that centralization near other agencies would be more effective. Concerns are rising among farmers, particularly given the current planting season and previous, albeit temporarily reversed, job cuts.
Kim Jong-un admits “terrible situation” in rural areas, pushes for regional development
As someone who has been in power for over 10 years, it is disheartening to hear that North Korea’s rural areas have remained horribly underdeveloped since the collapse of the USSR. And while Kim Jong-un may have had ample time to fix these issues, it seems that he has instead chosen to focus on other priorities.
It is difficult to ignore the stark irony in Kim Jong-un’s declaration to help the starving people in remote villages by building 20 new missiles and shooting them into the sea. This approach not only highlights the misplaced priorities of the regime but also speaks to the lack of understanding and empathy for the struggles faced by the people.… Continue reading
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