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The Border Is Now Becoming a GOP Crisis

The Status Kuo • 18534 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Political strategy Border crisis Republican party
  1. The GOP is struggling to turn the border crisis into a political advantage against Biden and Democrats.
  2. Senate Republicans are close to a bipartisan solution for the border crisis, while facing pushback from House Republicans and Trump.
  3. By potentially shutting down the border, Biden could shift the political blame onto Republicans for failing to address the crisis.

Is the press trying to help elect Trump?

georgelakoff • 1886 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media bias Political strategy
  1. Republicans aim to undermine Democrats by focusing on their human fallibilities rather than proving criminal acts.
  2. Democrats should avoid engaging with press narratives that benefit Republicans and instead push their own perspectives.
  3. The media's coverage can heavily influence public perception of politicians, so it's crucial for Democrats to focus on calling out misinformation and staying on track with their messaging.

DEMOCRATS ARE IN A PICKLE

TRANSFORM with Marianne Williamson • 1827 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Democratic Party Republican party Political strategy
  1. Democrats are acknowledging concerns about President Biden's age and mental acuity more openly now after months of denial.
  2. The Biden campaign's focus on past achievements may not be enough to win over voters; a bold agenda for economic reform and new beginnings is recommended.
  3. In order to defeat Trump, Democrats need to offer a vision of a better future rather than just expecting voters to be grateful for the present.
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Democrats Are Praying for an Open Convention

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 830 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Democratic Party Political strategy
  1. Many Democrats believe Biden is doomed in the upcoming election due to his age and current polling numbers.
  2. There is a desire among some Democrats for an open convention to bring forth a younger and more dynamic nominee to lead the party.
  3. Several potential candidates, including governors and Senators, are being considered to replace Biden, with varying levels of enthusiasm and skepticism.

Here is why Joe Biden is skipping a Super Bowl interview

Erick Erickson's Confessions of a Political Junkie • 1474 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Presidency Political strategy
  1. Joe Biden is skipping a Super Bowl interview for the second time due to difficulty handling questions and not wanting to debate Trump.
  2. Concerns about Biden's age and mental deterioration are rising among voters, even within the Democratic party.
  3. Biden's path to re-election may involve the GOP making mistakes, but relying solely on that is risky if one truly believes Trump is a threat to the republic.

We are all vegans at a BBQ joint

The Rubesletter by Matt Ruby (of Vooza) | Sent every Tuesday • 427 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election President Immigration Policy Political strategy
  1. The upcoming election highlights the dilemma of feeling like a vegan at a BBQ joint, with both sides having their quirks and pitfalls.
  2. The focus on Biden's age isn't just media-driven, but a genuine concern due to public observations.
  3. Having a boring President might be good because politics should be functional and uneventful, unlike the chaos of previous administrations.

Biden’s problem is with swing voters, not with his base

Silver Bulletin • 418 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political strategy Voter Behavior Campaigning Partisanship
  1. Democrats should focus on swing voters rather than relying solely on turnout from their base for the 2024 election.
  2. The composition of the electorate has shifted, with Democrats losing their edge on party identification in many polls.
  3. Biden's challenge lies in retaining support from swing voters who are not necessarily loyal to the Democratic base for the upcoming election.

Why Women Rebel against Pro-Life

Richard Hanania's Newsletter • 5169 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Reproductive Health Legislation Women's Rights Political strategy
  1. The abortion issue has been a negative for Republicans and a strong issue for Democrats, impacting elections.
  2. Women experience pregnancy and childbirth with significant physical and emotional challenges, making abortion regulations a matter of personal autonomy and rights.
  3. Pro-life stances create concerns about government intervention, privacy, and the intentions of those pushing for restrictions, especially seen in the context of women's autonomy.

Notes toward a theory of the millennial ambition psycho

Read Max • 2762 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Candidates Political Ideologies Political Campaigns Political strategy
  1. Vivek Ramaswamy is a millennial political candidate with a unique and somewhat controversial platform.
  2. Millennial ambition psychos are ambitious, high-achieving individuals with polarizing qualities, often found in influential positions.
  3. Not all millennial politicians fit the mold of millennial ambition psychos, with some like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez having different career paths and viewpoints.

Republicans use Israel-Hamas war to drum up fake climate controversy

HEATED • 1926 implied HN points • 12 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Climate Terrorism National Security Political strategy
  1. Republicans use global conflict to push back against climate action, which experts say harms the fight against terror.
  2. By creating a fake climate controversy, Republicans wrongly pit climate concerns against terrorism fears.
  3. Factually, climate change poses a bigger threat than terrorism, as experts indicate it affects national security more significantly.

Cowboys and Indians

The J. Burden Show • 718 implied HN points • 31 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social Commentary Political strategy Media influence Partisan dynamics
  1. In imaginary games like 'Cowboys and Indians,' there is a tendency for the predetermined 'Indian' side to always lose, reflecting a common theme seen even in media and narratives.
  2. The dissident right tends to unite in opposition to the current social order rather than around specific beliefs or leaders, driven by a shared dislike of the regime in power.
  3. To avoid falling into traps set by opponents, it is advised to avoid reacting in a predictable manner and instead act prudently, not becoming the 'Indian' that reinforces the power of the Left.

Delusional self-belief is a superpower until it's a disaster

The Ruffian • 190 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Leadership Presidential Campaigns Political strategy Election Analysis
  1. Delusional self-belief can be a powerful asset but can also lead to disaster.
  2. A certain level of self-deception is common and can contribute to human happiness and progress.
  3. Successful politicians often exhibit a mix of delusions of grandeur and the ability to align with reality, which can be a crucial element in leadership.

Market Failure Within Politics

David Friedman’s Substack • 116 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Market failure Political strategy Party Dynamics
  1. Market failure in politics occurs when individual actions that seem rational result in group outcomes that are not beneficial; this concept extends beyond just economics.
  2. Supporters of political parties often engage in actions that go against their own interests, creating market failures within the political system, which can lead to unintended consequences.
  3. In politics, the balance between individual self-interest and the collective interest of a group can determine decision-making; sometimes, actions that benefit individuals may harm the overall success of a party or ideology.

How Democrats Sold Out The Working Class

Public • 337 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Working Class Democratic Party Political strategy
  1. The Democratic Party has shifted away from its traditional working-class base towards college-educated professionals.
  2. This shift has resulted in a loss of support from the white working class, impacting electoral outcomes.
  3. Analyzing past successes like Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards could offer insights on how Democrats can rebuild their broad coalition.

Gorbachev

kamilkazani • 314 implied HN points • 18 Oct 23
💾 History Soviet Union Leaders Reforms Transition Political strategy
  1. Gorbachev's rule started with Neo-Stalinist policies, but shifted with the drop in oil prices leading to Perestroika
  2. Brezhnev's era saw the decline of future-oriented goals like building Communism and the rise of past-oriented values
  3. Andropov, critical of the system, initiated reforms against corruption and promoted Gorbachev to power, breaking established rules

It couldn't have gone much better

Worcester Sucks and I Love It • 255 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Analysis Political strategy Campaign Finance
  1. Overall turnout for the election was low at 9.1%, similar to past preliminaries.
  2. The chosen candidates from Worcester Sucks for different districts performed well and are advancing to the general election.
  3. Progressive candidates like Bilotta and Haxhiaj have strong chances in the upcoming elections, potentially leading to a shift in power dynamics within the City Council.

When you pick a VP, you're picking a future presidential nominee

Silver Bulletin • 177 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Presidents Political strategy
  1. When selecting a Vice President, you are essentially choosing a potential future presidential nominee.
  2. The role of Vice President has evolved over time, becoming more visible and influential in shaping future party nominations.
  3. Historically, most Vice Presidents who ran for President after their term were successful in securing their party's nomination.

The Dilemma of the Pro-Palestinian Voter

Gideon's Substack • 28 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Foreign Policy Political strategy
  1. Arab-American and Muslim-American voters may not naturally align solely with left-wing ideologies and may have diverse concerns beyond foreign policy.
  2. For single-issue activists, it can be rational to have a strict litmus test and not support any candidate who does not meet that criteria.
  3. The approach of pushing a single issue to promote progressive causes may inadvertently strengthen an extremist and dysfunctional opposition, which is not ideal for a broad left-wing movement.

History, Pedagogy & Revolution

Black Lodges • 39 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
💾 History Revolution Ideologies Political strategy Social movements Philosophy
  1. Understand historical figures like Lenin and Gramsci not for hero worship but for their ideas and methodology.
  2. The disenfranchisement growth in the past decade is related to the decay of the capitalistic system, leading to challenges and disingenuous influences.
  3. The debate continues on whether to follow a Gramsci approach of cultural hegemony or a Lenin approach of violent overthrow for societal change.

How the DNC might nominate Gavin Newsom for President in 2024

The Reactionary • 70 implied HN points • 02 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Presidential campaign Political strategy
  1. Gavin Newsom is strategically building a national and international profile that hints at a potential 2024 presidential run.
  2. The DNC could potentially nominate Newsom for President in 2024 without a messy primary and as a strategy to avoid potential election losses.
  3. A hypothetical scenario involves President Biden resigning post-nomination to make way for Newsom as the DNC's preferred candidate.

NYT: Donald Trump has been indicted

The Reactionary • 144 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Election Prosecution Political strategy Criminal charges
  1. Donald Trump has been indicted by a Manhattan grand jury for his role in paying hush money to a porn star.
  2. The indictment is seen as a historic development that could impact the 2024 presidential race and mark Trump as the first former president to face criminal charges.
  3. The timing of the indictment raises questions about political motivations and potential effects on the 2024 election, with concerns about prosecution tactics and potential impact on Trump's chances during trial and appeal.

What I'm Watching for This Fall

Think Future • 39 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Government shutdown Political strategy
  1. Who will be the next Speaker of the House is uncertain, with potential shifts in power dynamics and strategic plays by different factions.
  2. The possibility of a federal government shutdown looms, influenced by the decisions and negotiations within the House of Representatives.
  3. Virginia's upcoming elections may indicate future political trends, especially in a closely divided state, highlighting the importance of the outcome for both parties.

An Open Letter to the White House Communications Staff Who Put a Tweet From a Radical Environmental Group on Their Web Page

I Might Be Wrong • 8 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Environment White House Climate change Political strategy
  1. An open letter criticizing the White House for featuring a tweet from a radical environmental group on their website.
  2. The importance of being cautious with communications materials to avoid unintended consequences.
  3. Avoiding pandering to extremist groups and focusing on addressing the concerns of mainstream supporters.