The other Manchin in Washington: Gayle Manchin works to strengthen Appalachia's economic growth
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Gayle Manchin had some questions when a woman commented in a recent speech that those who speak with a twang or drawl face some assumptions about their intellect.
She said that "people would automatically not think you were smart," recalled Manchin, who is married to Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin.
"I didn't realize that," Manchin told the speaker. "She said, 'Oh, yes.'"

Property taxes around the U.S. have long been a lightning rod for debate, with political leaders perpetually balancing the need to fund their budget priorities against the risk of alienating homeowners and businesses. This week, for example, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani sparked an uproar by proposing to close a budget hole by sharply raising property taxes. Edited by Alain Sherter In:

The two rounds of indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran have produced unique proposals addressing Iran's nuclear program — its enrichment capabilities and supply of highly enriched uranium — and how to make a deal that's economically beneficial to both countries, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.











