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Bruce Springsteen Backlash Grows as “Working-Class” Image Collides With $2,900 Tickets

Bruce Springsteen Backlash Grows as “Working-Class” Image Collides With $2,900 Tickets

Bruce Springsteen is drawing backlash from all sides. For decades, the rocker has positioned himself as the voice of the American working class. In recent years, he has also been a vocal part of the “resistance” against President Donald Trump. Yet a recent stop on his current tour has even his ideological allies in his home state questioning how much of that image is genuine—and how much is performance.

Discord Drops ID Check Partner, Appears to Still Be Moving Forward With Age Verification Rollout

Discord Drops ID Check Partner, Appears to Still Be Moving Forward With Age Verification Rollout

Despite speculation online, Discord has not announced any pause or cancellation of global age verification beginning early in March 2026. If the changes go into effect as planned, all users will receive teen-by-default settings, and those seeking access to age-restricted spaces may be prompted to verify their age. The confusion likely stems from reports that the messaging service has ended its partnership with Persona, a third-party identity verification company.