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The window for signing up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act is now open through Jan. 15, with most Texans expected to pay considerably higher premiums, The Texas Tribune reported. Federal subsidies that reduced premium rates will expire at year’s end without congressional action.

Before the 1930s, healthcare in the Atlanta area was provided primarily by home-based doctors such as Dr. Thomas Howe, who traveled to see patients by horse and buggy. Medical care during this period was personal and mobile, reflecting the rural nature of the community.

Voting is one of the most fundamental rights in a democracy, yet many Americans still choose not to exercise it. Each election, from local school board races to presidential contests, shapes the direction of communities and the nation. The act of voting is more than a civic duty; it is a powerful tool for change and representation.