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The New/Old Clothes of Joe Biden

0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Accountability Medical Ethics Press freedom
  1. President Biden's cognitive decline raises concerns about government accountability and media's role in informing the public.
  2. Past presidents like Trump have also faced scrutiny over the transparency of their health reports.
  3. The media's silence on Biden's decline contrasts with the constant coverage of Trump's weaknesses, and calls for a more transparent approach to informing voters.
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Friday Night New Hampshire Update

0 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics
  1. Granite State Republican strategist Tom Rath and the 2WAY community discussed news and projected towards the New Hampshire primary.
  2. Senator Tim Scott endorsed Donald Trump in a speech about three minutes long.
  3. Nikki Haley has ruled out becoming Trump's vice president for the 2024 campaign.

UPDATED:The Polls Explained

0 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Polling Candidates Political Analysis
  1. The post discusses a conversation about the final Iowa Poll and national polling with pollsters and experts.
  2. The conversation highlighted Trump's strength with his supporters and the enthusiasm of supporters for different potential candidates.
  3. There was also discussion about political danger Joe Biden faces based on sentiments from national polls.

The Zoom Rooms on a Big News Day

0 implied HN points • 10 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Accounting
  1. Not all about the verdict, but now a lot about the verdict in Trump's situation.
  2. Liz Cheney firing an opening salvo by attacking Trump's fitness for office.
  3. The biggest variables in White House fiscal talks are the real X date, market reactions, and building trust between key figures.

Gang of 500 to DeSantis: Let Us Know You

0 implied HN points • 24 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Presidential campaign Political strategy Media Relations
  1. The Gang of 500 is concerned about Governor DeSantis's unconventional approach to his presidential campaign launch, particularly his choice of associations like Elon Musk and his use of platforms like Twitter Spaces.
  2. They value traditional political norms and are looking for clear strategies and intentions from Governor DeSantis.
  3. Governor DeSantis is urged to reach out to established political figures, enhance communication with the Gang of 500, and address concerns to stand a better chance against Trump.

You Want Your WWoN?

0 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics News Elections Policy Media Congress
  1. Get exclusive insights and analysis from Concierge Coverage on the 2024 presidential election and American politics.
  2. Trump's legal troubles may impact his chances of becoming the Republican nominee.
  3. Stay informed on key events and developments in politics through Concierge Coverage.

Trump Is Still Ahead

0 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Polls Presidential Race 2024 election
  1. Trump is currently ahead of Biden in the polls by 5 points among registered voters.
  2. Polls show Trump leading Biden on issues like handling the economy, immigration, and general effectiveness.
  3. Biden's approval ratings have decreased, especially among younger voters, but the race remains close and could come down to a few critical factors.

2WAY: Sort of a Mission Statement.....

0 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Communication Technology Community Bipartisanship
  1. 2WAY is a new platform aiming to revolutionize political media and offer a more engaging and interactive experience.
  2. 2WAY addresses the issues of one-way communication and lack of real debates by creating a space for diverse voices to engage in civilized discussions.
  3. The platform emphasizes long-form conversations, user engagement, and a sense of community, striving to bring together all voices under one roof for greater understanding and interaction.

The Most Likely Scenarios Where It’s NOT Biden Versus Trump

0 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Candidates Polling Democratic Party Republican party
  1. Speculation is rising that both Biden and Trump may not be the major party nominees for the fall election.
  2. Factors like Supreme Court cases, Biden's gaffes, and policy matters are influencing this uncertainty.
  3. Concerns are growing about Biden's current strategy and possible need for a more aggressive communication approach.

The Trump-DeSantis Focus Group

0 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Analysis Trump administration Republican party White House
  1. Republican voters are interested in Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis as potential nominees and presidents.
  2. A focus group showed that most participants preferred Trump or DeSantis, with concerns about Trump's communication style but praise for DeSantis' people skills.
  3. The group also expressed interest in Mike Pompeo as a potential candidate, praising his foreign policy record.