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Another year is coming to a close without a federal privacy bill

The Exformation Newsletter • 78 implied HN points • 14 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Congress Privacy Bipartisanship Enforcement
  1. A federal privacy law remains out of reach of Congress for another year.
  2. Two scenarios for privacy law development: Option A - state-based bills expanding to all states, Option B - federal bill.
  3. Compliance with 50 different state privacy bills is costly and creates additional risks for companies.
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American politicians are "honoring" Navalny by brazenly misrepresenting his views

Michael Tracey • 102 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Bipartisanship Foreign affairs Legislation Government
  1. American politicians have been misrepresenting Alexei Navalny's views to push for increased military aid to Ukraine after his death
  2. Navalny did not support flooding Ukraine with US weapons, and his widow expressed exhaustion and disappointment with the ongoing conflict
  3. The bipartisan exploitation of Navalny's death for political gain highlights the disregard for his true beliefs and widow's statements

Art of the Next Best

Diane Francis • 499 implied HN points • 17 Jan 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Legislation Activism Bipartisanship Public Policy
  1. The recent actions by activists like Stacey Abrams show a tough moment for democracy in America. Their rejection of President Biden's speech highlights growing divides.
  2. Biden was trying to support voting rights with the Freedom to Vote Act but faced backlash. This makes it harder to reach agreements with those who oppose the bill.
  3. Criticism from both sides can block potential compromises. It's important for leaders to find common ground to move forward.

The Day After

Gideon's Substack • 11 implied HN points • 05 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Bipartisanship Foreign Policy Budget Public Opinion
  1. Bipartisan teamwork is really needed to tackle America's issues, especially the budget and foreign policy. If both parties don't work together, big problems may get ignored.
  2. The new president, no matter who it is, will face challenges in getting people to accept their decisions. There might be a lot of blame and accusations about fairness, which could make governing tough.
  3. Some topics, like immigration and abortion, could see shifts in policy depending on the winner. However, the hardest problems will need both parties to collaborate for real solutions.

The Man Leading the Charge Against TikTok

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 74 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Bipartisanship Foreign Relations Social media Election Influence
  1. The House of Representatives is expected to vote on legislation that would force the Chinese tech company ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban in the United States.
  2. Trump and Biden stand on opposite sides of the TikTok issue now, with Trump opposing the forced sale while Biden supports it.
  3. The main concern behind the bill to sell TikTok is the fear of foreign adversary control, specifically by the Chinese Communist Party, impacting news, data, and election integrity in the U.S.

The US economic revolution is Republican—but should be bipartisan | article

Tumbleweed Words • 7 implied HN points • 24 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government spending Regulation Bipartisanship Political corruption
  1. The US economy is facing serious issues due to high government spending and regulations. If things don't change, the economy could face major problems soon.
  2. There's a lot of waste in government programs that don't get checked properly. This leads to money being spent on unnecessary things instead of building and improving infrastructure.
  3. Regulation and government overspending are hurting states like California. Instead of growth, people are seeing higher taxes, crime, and homelessness.

I spoke with GOP Rep. Buddy Carter. He thinks Republicans and Democrats can find common ground on PBMs, high out-of-pocket costs

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 139 implied HN points • 06 Dec 22
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare access Pharmaceuticals Cost reduction Legislation Bipartisanship
  1. Rep. Buddy Carter believes both Republicans and Democrats can work together to tackle high drug costs and the role of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs).
  2. Many patients struggle with getting necessary medications due to high out-of-pocket costs and complicated insurance processes, leading to significant stress and hardship.
  3. Carter advocates for breaking up the power of large PBMs and pushing for more transparency in drug pricing to make healthcare more affordable for everyone.

Hey Centrists — The Left Was Right

JoeWrote • 41 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Foreign Policy Economics Media Bipartisanship Critique
  1. Centrists often dismiss leftist viewpoints without consideration, but recent events show the left has been proven right on issues like American militarism.
  2. Recent events have validated leftists' critiques of American imperialism, such as the failure to stop Houthis in Yemen and the true motives behind military campaigns.
  3. Leftists have been proven right on issues like Israel's assault on Gaza and the cause of inflation, despite initial dismissal by centrist pundits and politicians.

THE SENATE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE BOMBS

Seymour Hersh • 45 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Military Senate Bipartisanship Foreign Relations
  1. The Senate Armed Services Committee prioritizes culture war over the war in Ukraine during a hearing for the new chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
  2. Air Force General Charles Q. Brown, Jr., the first African American to lead a branch of the US Armed Forces, is nominated to be the new chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
  3. The Senate committee expressed a hard-line stance, focusing on China as the primary competitor and addressing other threats like Russia, Iran, and North Korea.

election 2020 / election 2022 / election 2024 / election 2040 . . .

the rohn report • 19 implied HN points • 06 Nov 20
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political History Political trends Bipartisanship
  1. Political leadership shifts in government are cyclical, with power moving back and forth between different parties over time.
  2. Human behavior can be influenced by our genetic makeup and evolutionary history, suggesting a balance of good and bad elements in our nature.
  3. Encouraging and supporting each other could be a promising alternative to the divisive nature of politics, fostering a more positive and collaborative society.

Congress in crisis is Congress at work

Matt’s Five Points • 19 implied HN points • 03 Apr 20
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Government Crisis Management Public Health Bipartisanship
  1. Congress can act quickly during a crisis, as shown by the rapid passing of major relief bills in response to the pandemic. Bipartisan support helped get these important laws through both chambers.
  2. Even in urgent situations, Congress's decision-making can be messy. Public disagreements and pushing for different interests are part of how it works, ensuring various opinions and local needs are considered.
  3. The coronavirus posed unique challenges for Congress, making in-person meetings risky. Discussions have started about allowing remote voting to keep the legislative process going while keeping everyone safe.

FIVE POINTS: A Hard Rain's Gonna Fall

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 31 Aug 17
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Congress Legislation Executive Power Political strategy Bipartisanship
  1. A shift to bipartisan negotiations means Congress is moving away from sharp party lines. This kind of negotiation can help bridge gaps but also brings new challenges and demands from different political groups.
  2. There are key must-pass items coming up, like the debt limit and appropriations. These need to be handled carefully to avoid major political clashes, and there's a chance they could create an easier deal for all involved.
  3. The White House is struggling to control the political agenda due to various external events and internal mismanagement. This has made it hard for them to stay focused and effectively promote their policies.

The South Bender chronicling generations of Indiana politics

IMPORTANTVILLE • 0 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Journalism Politicians Campaigns Presidency Bipartisanship
  1. Jack Colwell, a prominent journalist, has covered major politicians and political events in Indiana for over six decades
  2. He has insights on historical moments like breaking the news of Studebaker closing and interactions with political figures like the Kennedys and Pete Buttigieg
  3. Colwell predicts Pete Buttigieg may run for president in 2028 and shares perspectives on Indiana politics and politicians

Biden desperately seeking quid pro quo. (Again.)

Global Community Weekly (GloCom) • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Legislation Immigration Border Security Bipartisanship
  1. Biden is seeking a quid pro quo deal with Congress regarding border security and funding for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
  2. There is a push for bipartisan legislation to enact new border controls, though there is still controversy over the asylum system.
  3. The proposed bipartisan agreement would allow up to 150,000 illegal crossings per month, potentially limiting the effectiveness of the new measures.

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

Wide World of News • 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.

On Supercommittees and Blooming

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 11
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Bipartisanship Government Political Process
  1. The proposal allows certain bipartisan legislation to skip filibusters and amendments for faster voting. This is meant to encourage more collaboration between political parties.
  2. There's a concern that the requirement for bipartisan support may favor Republican ideas over Democratic ones. Democrats would need more votes to pass their proposals than Republicans would.
  3. The likelihood of passing a moderate bipartisan bill under this plan seems low, as it may lead to passing more conservative legislation instead.

Ready Steady Stoned

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 21 Nov 11
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political History Elections Political theory Bipartisanship
  1. It's often thought that not renominating an unpopular president can help a party, but history shows it usually doesn't lead to success. Popularity tends to be closely tied between the president and the party.
  2. Historical claims need to be contextualized. The idea that there has never been a clear successor is not true; there have been various obvious candidates in history.
  3. Dropping out of a race isn't always a noble choice. Sometimes it's simply about recognizing the inability to win rather than stepping aside for the good of the party.

On the credibility of veto threats

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 21 Sep 11
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political theory Legislative Process Presidential Power Bipartisanship
  1. A veto threat from the President may not be credible when Congress supports the legislation with both parties, making it hard for the President to actually veto it. If a bill has a lot of support from Democrats, it seems like there's a strong agreement, and this weakens the threat of a veto.
  2. The rules set by the Budget Control Act create a chance for a bill that the President doesn't like to pass, making veto threats more believable in this situation. This means the President could potentially influence the process by threatening a veto if the legislation leans too conservative.
  3. If Congress takes actions that are seen as irresponsible, it could lead to a situation where the President would have a strong reason to veto. This might happen if Congress tries to block cuts that were agreed upon, giving the President a chance to position himself as the responsible one.

Bipartisanship

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 31 May 11
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Bipartisanship Legislation Political Analysis
  1. Recent Senate votes show that no budget resolution has majority support, indicating political challenges in making decisions.
  2. A unanimous rejection of the president's budget is unusual and demonstrates a disconnect between the White House and Congress.
  3. Presidents typically find a safer political route by adapting their proposals to Congress rather than taking bold risks that may fail.