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The Politics of Neither

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 5537 implied HN points • 28 Jan 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Parties Public Opinion Immigration Polarization Elections Media Governance
  1. Both major parties are losing the public's trust and support, with independent studies and polls showing broad defections from Democrats and Republicans alike.
  2. Hardline Republican rhetoric and rapid, escalatory responses to events are provoking internal criticism and may be costing the party support on core issues like immigration.
  3. A growing bloc of neither-aligned voters—especially younger people—are moving away from both parties and seem more interested in ending the culture war than in winning it, which could reshape future politics.

Observations on the single-family rental debate re: the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act.

Erdmann Housing Tracker • 526 implied HN points • 11 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Housing policy Legislation Mortgage Finance Regulation Affordable Housing Political Economy
  1. The bill contains mostly useful housing reforms but adds last-minute rules that would likely kill the market for new single-family build-to-rent homes and sharply limit large-scale investors in existing single-family homes.
  2. Large-scale investors historically have not driven up single-family home prices; after 2008 lenders cut mortgage access for many would-be buyers, investors stepped in to buy discounted homes, while recent price increases are mainly driven by owner-occupiers and a housing shortage.
  3. Banning big investors risks cutting new rental supply just when millions of units are needed, so a better fix is to restore broader mortgage access for more families, which would reduce investor activity and help lower rents over time.

When Reality Hits You Over the Head

Life Since the Baby Boom • 1152 implied HN points • 27 Feb 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Drug policy Criminal Justice Public Policy State Politics Regulation Economics
  1. Experts who favor elegant theory over messy reality can be wrong when policies ignore actual outcomes, so evidence should steer decisions.
  2. Legalizing and taxing drugs does not automatically eliminate black markets or crime, because tax incentives, regulatory burdens, and cross‑jurisdictional demand keep illegal supply alive.
  3. Basing budgets and policy on optimistic models or drug tax revenue can backfire, since oversupply and falling prices can collapse revenues and undermine promised services.

Noahpinion's 2025 Year in Review

Noahpinion • 21941 implied HN points • 27 Nov 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economy Trade Foreign Policy Technology Governance Elections Identity politics
  1. Tariff and authoritarian moves have overturned decades of U.S. trade policy, creating huge uncertainty that’s hurting manufacturing, pushing up prices in places, and straining institutions and alliances.
  2. An enormous AI-driven data-center boom is propping up the economy now but risks a financial bust if the sector can’t pay back its investments, and AI’s real effects on jobs are still unclear.
  3. China is clearly ascending as the dominant manufacturing and electric-technology power, while the U.S. is weakened by political polarization, a crisis of national identity, and the collapse of old progressive orthodoxies.

Judicial Notice (10.20.24): Blast Off

Original Jurisdiction • 399 implied HN points • 21 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Judiciary Election Legal News Political strategy Public Policy
  1. Mike Davis is gaining attention as a key figure in the Republican party, especially concerning Trump's potential future judicial nominations. He emphasizes the need for bolder and more conservative nominees.
  2. Judge Frederic Block recently granted compassionate release to a man who had been serving multiple life sentences since 1997. This decision came after a reconsideration of the harshness of the original sentence and the defendant's rehabilitation.
  3. A recent ruling upheld a curfew implemented during the protests following a controversial police shooting. The court decided the curfew was valid as it aimed to protect public safety while respecting First Amendment rights.
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Political Psychology Links, 3/3/2026

In My Tribe • 303 implied HN points • 03 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Demographics Political Psychology Immigration Elites Gender Politics Culture Wars
  1. Rapid demographic change causes real psychological disruption that many people feel, and technocratic leaders often ignore these non‑material costs because they prioritize what can be measured.
  2. Intellectual virtues like courage, humility, patience, and charity are essential for honest debate, and professors should model and teach those virtues so public discourse survives disagreement.
  3. Elite secrecy can function as a social technology to create and entrench hierarchies, and rising tolerance for political violence—plus surprising sex differences in that tolerance—could signal increasing social and political instability.

Endorsements

Points And Figures • 239 implied HN points • 16 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Campaigns Endorsements State Politics Public Finance Government
  1. Endorsements from two sitting legislators mean the treasurer will have partners in the legislature to modernize and professionalize the state treasury and to cut waste, fraud, and abuse.
  2. The candidate brings professional finance experience, a strong network, and startup background that other contenders lack, so they can start delivering results on day one.
  3. Joe Brown’s endorsement is significant because he helped build Nevada, is widely respected, and adds credibility and institutional support to the campaign.

Collective Psychosis in Vermont

Disaffected Newsletter • 2457 implied HN points • 06 Sep 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Public Health Policy Analysis Social Issues Cultural Commentary Local news
  1. Oktoberfest in Burlington was canceled due to health concerns about Eastern Equine Encephalitis, which affects mosquitoes in the area.
  2. Despite the low number of cases, local officials advised residents to avoid outdoor activities during certain hours to prevent infections.
  3. The response reflects a larger trend of reacting emotionally to health risks, leading to broader community actions that some see as extreme or unnecessary.

March 19, 2026

Letters from an American • 33 implied HN points • 20 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Congress Executive Law enforcement Intelligence Privacy National Security Oversight
  1. Top Justice Department officials refused to testify under oath and held closed briefings about the Epstein files. Lawmakers say this behavior looks like a cover-up of ties between powerful figures and Jeffrey Epstein.
  2. Senior intelligence and law enforcement leaders evaded direct questions about Iran and whether the intelligence community warned of an imminent threat before strikes. The FBI also acknowledged buying commercially available location data, raising alarms that agencies are sidestepping Fourth Amendment protections.
  3. Whistleblowers claim employees stole Social Security records with detailed personal data on hundreds of millions of people and may have shared that data for political ends. The SSA inspector general is investigating and lawmakers are pushing for prosecutions and stronger privacy safeguards.

‘Blind Into Caracas.’

Breaking the News • 8721 implied HN points • 03 Jan 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Executive Branch Congress Foreign Policy National Security Media Coverage Constitutional Law
  1. The president looked physically and mentally unsteady at the press conference, stumbling through prepared remarks and making alarming off-script statements that contradicted his aides.
  2. Senior officials tried to call the Venezuela operation a routine law-enforcement action while also saying the U.S. would run and occupy the country and refusing to brief Congress, which amounts to secrecy and misinformation from the team.
  3. The team celebrated a tactical victory without any clear plan for the day-after governance, regional fallout, or long-term costs, and they openly talked about taking Venezuelan oil, repeating the mistakes of past interventions.

Trump’s Endgame

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 848 implied HN points • 04 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Foreign Policy Middle East National Security Military operations Diplomacy Presidential politics
  1. The conflict will likely end when Trump personally convinces Netanyahu to agree to a ceasefire, with Trump’s phone call framed as the decisive moment.
  2. U.S. and Israeli forces are operating more closely than ever as a tightly integrated unit, but the underlying balance of power hasn’t really changed since the June 2025 joint operation against Iran ended abruptly.
  3. Any U.S. deal with Iran should demand nuclear disarmament, elimination of its missiles, and an end to proxy financing up front.

SITREP - 10/13/2024

THREE SEVEN MAFIA • 919 implied HN points • 13 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Campaigns Fundraising Community events
  1. The Old Glory Club in Chicago is now officially launched, and it had a great first meeting with good support from friends.
  2. There will be a cemetery walk event on October 26, and the person will also be traveling to Portland for a visit afterward.
  3. They are seeking donations to cover some travel expenses and hope to be self-sustaining in the future to avoid appeals for funds.

The Unchecked Rise of Crazy Race Theory in Academia

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 9309 implied HN points • 08 Jan 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Race Education Housing Local government Civil Rights Law Ideology
  1. A city housing official’s past social posts promoting collective ownership and using legal means against landlords caused a public uproar and the mayor publicly defended the appointment.
  2. An academic idea often called "whiteness as property" has gained traction in some university and activist circles, arguing that white identity and property rights are historically linked.
  3. Critics say this theory is racist and dangerous, warning it could undermine private property and Enlightenment values, and it has drawn legal and political scrutiny.

Privatizing the Airwaves

David Friedman’s Substack • 188 implied HN points • 17 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Policy Regulation Free speech Broadcasting Property Rights Public Policy Federal Agencies
  1. Print media thrive on private ownership, so anyone willing to pay can publish niche or offensive views, while broadcasters self-censor because they rely on government-owned airwaves and licenses.
  2. Because the airwaves are scarce public property, regulators must ration access and enforce a vague "public interest" standard, which pushes broadcasters to avoid controversial content.
  3. Turning frequencies into private property through auctions would let owners decide what to air, likely increasing diversity and allowing more controversial or niche speech on the airwaves.

Friday Funnies: Trump, You Magnificent Bastard!

Who is Robert Malone • 44 implied HN points • 20 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Humor Presidency Foreign Policy Military Affairs Media Coverage Satire
  1. The post highlights a witty exchange by President Trump and treats it as a funny, crowd-pleasing moment that celebrates surprise and boldness.
  2. It mocks government fear-mongering about backyard eggs and raw milk, arguing that’s absurd when many public restrooms are dirtier and more hazardous.
  3. It shifts to lighter, personal notes about the spring equinox and farm life, celebrating longer days, renewal, and the pleasure of getting outside.

The One Ring

Disaffected Newsletter • 699 implied HN points • 23 Sep 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Discourse Media Critique Social Issues Public Policy Political Commentary
  1. There was a discussion about a disturbing summer camp related to child abuse that was almost near a school. The focus was on the serious implications of this situation.
  2. The media and political figures are reacting strongly, blaming Donald Trump for the violence he's faced, which raises questions about accountability.
  3. The conversation highlighted perceived social biases, specifically how racism is directed towards white people in today's society.

THE SHOW NOTES: Only Problems, Gretchen Whitmer's Ad, & The Age of Depopulation

Erick Erickson's Confessions of a Political Junkie • 1019 implied HN points • 11 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Policy Campaigns Government Social Issues
  1. OnlyFans has caused serious social problems, including issues like non-consensual content and child exploitation, despite being marketed as a safe space for adult content creators.
  2. Kamala Harris is struggling to define herself apart from President Biden, which may harm her campaign. Many voters want to see her strong and independent from current unpopular policies.
  3. The world is facing a decline in population due to low birth rates, leading to an aging society. This could change how we live and interact, with many family structures becoming different from what we know now.

Why Tim Walz Received an 'F' in Cato's Fiscal Report Card, Ranking Dead Last of 50 Governors

The Take (by Jon Miltimore) • 356 implied HN points • 21 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Governance Tax policy Fiscal Responsibility
  1. Tim Walz received an 'F' for poor fiscal management, ranking last among all US governors. His spending increased substantially while taxes were raised significantly.
  2. Despite a budget surplus of $18 billion, Walz overspent and added more taxes, which has led to predictions of future budget deficits for Minnesota.
  3. High-income earners are leaving Minnesota due to these fiscal policies, worsening the state's economy and reducing tax revenue as people seek better conditions in states with lower taxes.

FEMA Is A Scandal, But Also Not A Solution

Erick Erickson's Confessions of a Political Junkie • 1598 implied HN points • 05 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Policy Accountability Disaster relief Public Trust
  1. FEMA has lost the trust of the American people due to its poor management and possible corruption. Many believe the organization is not doing its job properly.
  2. Cities in need might wait a long time, up to three or four years, to receive FEMA funds, which doesn’t seem fair. Sometimes, help may prioritize certain communities over others.
  3. In times of crisis, individuals should step up and help each other, as the government may not respond quickly enough. People should be ready to take action before official help arrives.

Anthropic v DoW

ChinaTalk • 741 implied HN points • 27 Feb 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Defense AI Policy National Security Surveillance Procurement Foreign Policy Congress
  1. Anthropic is in a tense standoff with the Department of Defense over how its Claude AI can be used, with the company saying the models aren’t reliable for fully autonomous lethal systems or domestic surveillance while the Pentagon pressures for access and even threatens DPA or supply-chain labels.
  2. There’s worry that legal and oversight guardrails inside defense and intelligence are weakening — from messy FISA/NSA practices to an underpowered Office of General Counsel — which both raises privacy risks and could push companies away or force heavy-handed government control.
  3. Global military strains—from Iran and risky raids in the Caribbean to a four-year war in Ukraine—are stretching forces and alliances, increasing the chance of operational mistakes, escalation, and hard choices about rearmament and who leads negotiations.

Trump Himself Is the Trump Movement's Iraq War

Gideon's Substack • 66 implied HN points • 20 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Presidential politics Political Movements Foreign Policy Political Ideology Political strategy Political History
  1. The Trump movement was less about specific policies and more about regime change in America, driven by a primitive urge to "do something" and impose top-down transformation.
  2. Many intellectuals defended Trump with policy arguments, but those were largely post-hoc rationalizations; the movement centered on Trump’s personality and emotional appeal rather than coherent ideas.
  3. Walking away from Trump requires a deeper reexamination: cults of personality and attempts to decapitate a regime are destructive, and real, lasting change comes from rebuilding politics from the ground up, not from top-down coups or wars.

March 18, 2026

Letters from an American • 50 implied HN points • 19 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Congress Executive Branch Law enforcement Investigations Criminal Justice Oversight Political corruption
  1. A DEA memorandum reveals a long-running investigation called "Operation Chain Reaction" into Jeffrey Epstein and 14 associates for drug trafficking, prostitution, and money laundering. The probe appears to have been closed without charges even though the document suggested indictments were near.
  2. Senator Ron Wyden is demanding an unredacted copy of the memo and related bank records, arguing the Department of Justice and Treasury are withholding key evidence. He specifically accuses Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche of intervening to block the DEA from releasing the document.
  3. Critics frame this as part of a broader pattern of officials protecting powerful allies and obstructing investigations, drawing parallels to past controversies over withheld information that led to major political fights. Those concerns have renewed calls for accountability and fuller disclosure.

puerto rico and the princess of darkness

bad cattitude • 184 implied HN points • 07 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Infrastructure Energy Policy Governance Privatization Disaster Response
  1. Puerto Rico’s electrical grid is chronically unreliable, with frequent long outages and extensive deferred maintenance that LUMA has so far failed to remedy.
  2. LUMA hired Janisse Quiñones, an executive with a controversial track record in LA utilities and at PG&E, and many critics worry her history of mismanagement signals more trouble ahead.
  3. There’s a recurring pattern of sending politically connected but problematic officials to Puerto Rico, which fuels local frustration and concern that this hire will worsen the island’s power problems.

Netanyahu Visits Trump for the Seventh Time Amid More Threats of a U.S. Attack on Iran

Glenn Greenwald • 3004 implied HN points • 10 Feb 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Foreign Policy Middle East National Security Diplomacy Military Action Political Influence
  1. Netanyahu has unusually close access to Trump and is visiting to press him for much tougher demands on Iran, including limits (like giving up ballistic missiles) and even regime-change goals that Iran is unlikely to accept.
  2. Trump has publicly threatened military force against Iran while also saying he prefers a deal to avoid war, and past patterns and coordinated leaks raise concern that negotiations can be used to disguise or prepare strikes.
  3. The central issue is whether the U.S. will base policy on its own national interests or be drawn into a costly war that primarily serves Israeli objectives, with critics arguing the U.S. should avoid fighting Israel’s fights for it.

The lifeline election (part one)

Comment is Freed • 126 implied HN points • 17 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Congress Presidency Campaigns Polling Parties
  1. If Democrats win both the House and Senate they could seriously constrain the President by blocking appointments, subpoenaing officials, stalling budgets, and launching investigations, though they still couldn’t remove him or stop all presidential powers.
  2. The House is likely to flip to the Democrats — Republicans hold a narrow four-seat majority, polls favor Democrats, and competing gerrymanders in different states largely cancel each other out.
  3. The Senate is far more competitive and could go either way: Democrats need multiple pickups, nine key Senate contests will decide control, and rising concerns about Trump’s approval and candidate choices have made control roughly a 50/50 outcome while raising worries he might try to undermine fair contests.

Sporting Clays With Keystone

Points And Figures • 426 implied HN points • 12 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Campaigns Elections State Politics Public Finance Public Policy Gun Policy
  1. The state treasurer’s office should be depoliticized and run by skilled professionals who prioritize investment returns and fiduciary duty instead of political virtue signaling about industries like guns.
  2. A Keystone sporting clays shoot showed that shooting can be fun but challenging in windy conditions, prompted thoughts of switching to a semi-automatic, and reflected a family tradition of hunting and careful gun handling.
  3. We should be cautious about restricting the right to bear arms while also making gun safety, maintenance, and proper storage central to responsible ownership.

The Saturday Read: Blasted skylines

The Saturday Read • 459 implied HN points • 19 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Middle East Conflict Leadership International relations Human Rights
  1. Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, was killed by Israeli forces, highlighting ongoing violence in Gaza. His death might temporarily limit the threat from Hamas, but deep issues remain unresolved for both sides.
  2. A kibbutz resident expressed that after recent violence, his focus has shifted solely to protecting his own family rather than helping those in Gaza. This shows the intense personal strife and survival mindset amidst conflict.
  3. The region faces a complex situation where even after Sinwar's death, the future remains uncertain. It raises concerns about possible retaliation and the rebuilding of Gaza, which has suffered immense destruction.

Management Under a Mad King: The Courtiers Who Try to Clean Up.

Breaking the News • 2667 implied HN points • 04 Feb 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Governance Executive Power Elections Constitution Media Federalism
  1. When billionaire owners prioritize profit or personal goals, they can cripple essential institutions like major newspapers through deep cuts and reorganizations.
  2. Impulsive, ill-informed orders from a national leader can threaten democratic processes and critical services—such as moves to federalize state election rules or to decertify foreign-made aircraft—forcing urgent, wide-ranging damage control.
  3. Officials and aides often respond with vague or anonymous clarifications instead of openly correcting dangerous or unconstitutional directives, which undermines transparency and leaves the public unsure who is actually governing.

There Are No Alternative Facts: Some Rules For Discerning Reality In This Hallucinogenic Hellscape of Misinformation

Welcome to Garbagetown • 1111 implied HN points • 10 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Misinformation Critical Thinking Media influence Political culture Public Discourse
  1. Misinformation can feel so real that it blurs the lines between fantasy and reality. It's important to recognize that not everything we hear is actually true.
  2. When evaluating bizarre claims, a good question to ask is if believing them would make life much easier or more exciting. If so, it's likely not true and just ridiculous.
  3. People may strongly believe in outrageous ideas and act seriously on them, but we should remain critical and cautious about what we accept as reality.

Why blue states are crashing, volume one trillion

Unreported Truths • 55 implied HN points • 23 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Local Politics State Politics Governance Housing policy Urban planning Tax policy Public Finance
  1. Wealthy blue states and cities are failing to deliver basic services despite large budgets and resources. Many public systems like schools, infrastructure, and safety are deteriorating for most residents.
  2. Local NIMBY land‑use rules and growth limits in liberal college towns choke housing supply and lock land from development. That drives up rents and home prices, pushing young families and businesses away.
  3. High taxes and anti‑growth policies create a feedback loop of low growth, shrinking tax bases, and budget shortfalls. The result is rising costs that squeeze out the middle class and threaten long‑term vitality.

Yeesh, Who Would Have Thought That Allies Actually Mattered?

Phillips’s Newsletter • 271 implied HN points • 16 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Foreign Policy National Security International relations Defense Policy Alliances Executive Power
  1. Trump is speeding the U.S.’s decline by deliberately weakening core pillars like social cohesion, political institutions, and the military’s ability to think.
  2. Alliances are a central source of American global power and are essential for winning wars, so damaging the U.S.-led alliance system severely weakens the country’s position.
  3. The administration only just seemed to realize alliances matter, but after actively trying to undermine them the damage may already be hard to undo.

Failing to Think About Immigration

News from Uncibal • 298 implied HN points • 22 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Political Opinion Sovereignty Border control
  1. Academics often share strong opinions, but many are stuck in echo chambers and fail to consider other perspectives. This can lead to their research being detached from reality.
  2. A recent symposium argued for open borders and questioned the authority of nation states over immigration. However, most contributors only shared similar viewpoints without challenging each other's ideas.
  3. While it's fine to support open borders, important aspects of sovereignty and immigration management need to be discussed more thoroughly. Without these discussions, the arguments made can seem incomplete.

If people lash out at you, remember: it’s more about them than you

Civic Renaissance with Alexandra Hudson • 199 implied HN points • 24 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Civility Mental health Public Discourse Empathy
  1. When someone is rude or angry, it usually says more about them than it does about you. People can be having a tough time, and their behavior might not really be personal.
  2. Try to think kindly about others instead of judging them harshly. Instead of saying 'they are a jerk,' remind yourself that they might just be having a bad day.
  3. Learning to react with empathy is important. By focusing on understanding rather than taking things to heart, we can keep our peace and better handle tough situations.

TGIF: Bad for Business Class

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1738 implied HN points • 20 Feb 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics National Security Foreign Policy Elections Political media Political culture
  1. Real-time OSINT tools let ordinary people track military movements and turn anyone into a self-styled expert, which fuels constant anxiety about imminent war.
  2. Recent aircraft movements — US E-3 Sentry radars, a KC-46 tanker escorted by F-22s, and Russian Il-76s in Iran — reflect heightened tensions around Iran and raise the possibility of military action.
  3. The newsletter blends reporting with event promotion and subscription asks, showing how independent outlets monetize coverage through ticketed events and paywalled content.

What Happened To SF Homelessness?

Astral Codex Ten • 24708 implied HN points • 12 Nov 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Homelessness Government Policy Legal issues Urban Issues Public Safety
  1. There was a significant drop in tent encampments in San Francisco due to court rulings that made it easier to clear them, leading many homeless individuals to live without visible shelter.
  2. Overall homelessness may have slightly decreased, possibly due to falling rents, making it easier for the homeless to find temporary housing with friends or family.
  3. The current mayor's policies likely didn't play a major role in this change, as the larger trends affecting homelessness were seen across California, not just in San Francisco.

Here's What I'm Reading Tonight on the Election

COVID Reason • 515 implied HN points • 17 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political Analysis Campaign Strategy Media influence Voter Behavior
  1. Kamala Harris is facing tough questions about her leadership and actions, which could affect how voters see her as a potential leader. People are starting to doubt her ability to handle future challenges.
  2. There are mixed feelings among Democrats about the upcoming elections; some are feeling hopeful while others are anxious about their chances against Trump. It's a reminder that anything can happen in politics.
  3. The importance of chance in elections is highlighted, suggesting that the outcome might sometimes depend on luck rather than just strategies and campaigning. It's an interesting thought about how unpredictable politics can be.

How Nevada's State Treasurer Won't Screw Up

Points And Figures • 319 implied HN points • 14 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics State Politics Elections Campaigns Public Finance Government Accountability
  1. Risky investment choices by a state treasurer can wipe out college savings, leaving families to recover only a portion of their losses after settlements.
  2. Voters should prefer a treasurer with real professional finance experience and accredited-investor credentials to responsibly manage public funds.
  3. Rapid change in finance means a hands-on treasurer with industry experience and networks can protect citizens and spot real innovation versus snake oil, unlike inexperienced career politicians.

Why the Media Moves in Unison

Yascha Mounk • 3936 implied HN points • 22 Aug 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Analysis Public Opinion Social Dynamics Journalism Ethics Political Commentary
  1. Journalists often follow the same views not because they get orders, but because they want to fit in with their social circles. They care a lot about their reputation and what others think of them.
  2. When journalists are slow to recognize new evidence, it can create distrust among the public. People often think there must be some secret agreement behind the scenes when opinions suddenly change.
  3. Social pressure plays a huge role in shaping what becomes accepted or taboo in the media. When one journalist breaks ranks, it can open the floodgates for others to express what they really believe.

Key Swing State Counties to Watch in the 2024 Election (Part 1)

COVID Reason • 257 implied HN points • 22 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Voting Analysis Political trends
  1. Key swing states in the 2024 election include Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, North Carolina, and Virginia. These are crucial for determining who wins.
  2. Certain counties within these states, called bellwether counties, often reflect overall election outcomes. Winning these counties can show how the state—and even the national election—might go.
  3. The article highlights specific counties to watch, like Northampton in Pennsylvania and Maricopa in Arizona, and notes how shifts in voter trends can impact election results.