The Pentagon is preparing to cut back on the number of generals and admirals by 20 percent, a decision that has met with resistance from U.S. senators. In the meantime, political divisions within the Australian Greens have been highlighted by Sarah Hanson-Young, who noted the intensity of political discourse. In Kenya, young voters are evaluating their options as William Ruto seeks re-election, and a study indicates that many Americans simplify complex political issues. Additionally, an information-rich generation in Australia is engaging with politics both in Parliament and online.