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The Washington Post's Bold Look Ahead to 2028

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 10098 implied HN points • 29 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Democrats Political strategy Political Commentary Media
  1. The idea of planning for the 2028 elections seems out of touch with current events. Many believe focusing on the present issues is more important than looking ahead to future elections.
  2. The article pokes fun at the optimism around potential Democratic candidates without acknowledging the challenges they face now. People feel that this optimism might not reflect the reality of the political landscape.
  3. There is a sense of urgency in dealing with current political changes rather than speculating about future candidates. It's like ignoring a fire while planning a barbecue.

It's Not That Trump Is Good, It's That Biden Was Just That Bad

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 2035 implied HN points • 20 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Trump Biden Democrats Republicans Election
  1. Many believe Trump isn't actually good; it's just that Biden's actions were very poor. This comparison shows how some see both parties as failing.
  2. The U.S. government often hides its wrongdoings and prefers subtlety, but sometimes its actions become very visible, like in recent conflicts.
  3. Young people should recognize that the current political system may not be their ally. They can learn from recent events like the TikTok ban and its implications.

Weekend Report: What's going on?

The Signorile Report • 879 implied HN points • 05 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Media Biden Trump Democrats
  1. Democrats had a strong week, with positive news on the economy, ending workers' strikes, and job growth. These issues are important for voters as elections approach.
  2. Biden highlighted concerns about possible violence around the upcoming election, which the media hasn't focused on enough, especially regarding Trump's actions.
  3. Trump and JD Vance missed an important Christian nationalist event this year, raising questions about Trump's stance on sensitive issues like abortion and his connection to that group.
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Is It A Wake Up?

Points And Figures • 1012 implied HN points • 09 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Foreign Policy Government Democrats Republicans Media
  1. Many believe that the recent political changes in the US show a major disconnect between mainstream media and the public's opinions. People are looking for a voice, and this new landscape allows them to speak up.
  2. There is a sentiment that the government has become too intrusive and wasteful. Citizens feel frustrated about how their tax dollars are spent, particularly regarding foreign aid and pandemic response.
  3. Leaders like Trump and Musk challenge traditional bureaucratic management styles, and some hope this will lead to reduced government control and more effective management in the future.

Top Links 591 Place-based Bidenomics did not help Harris. The ghost particle gap & the terrors of nuclear tripolarity.

Chartbook • 271 implied HN points • 18 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Policy Federal Spending Democrats
  1. Place-based federal spending didn't support Harris in the elections. Many hoped that local investments would change voter opinions, but that didn't happen.
  2. There's a focus on nuclear tripolarity and its risks. This situation highlights increasing global tensions, especially with nuclear powers.
  3. The importance of understanding scientific concepts, like the ghost particle gap, is emphasized. It shows how complex scientific ideas affect broader discussions.

Trouble

Erick Erickson's Confessions of a Political Junkie • 2198 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Leadership Election Democrats Republicans
  1. Critiques from within a political party can be more newsworthy than critiques from the opposing party.
  2. Democrats are privately alarmed by concerns about Joe Biden's mental fitness and inability to stand trial.
  3. Biden's team faces challenges with public opinion, internal party dynamics, and legal implications related to his memory and competency.

Biden, Romney, Kerry, Pelosi, all had children working for Ukrainian gas companies...do you understand this? do you know how many republican & democrat children & grandchildren names appear on Ukraine

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 1867 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Corruption Ukraine Democrats Republicans
  1. Several prominent politicians had children working for Ukrainian gas companies.
  2. The article questions the relationships between Ukrainian businesses and American politicians' families.
  3. Assertions of a corrupt money laundering scheme involving individuals from both Republican and Democratic parties.

Hey Media: Stop Grading Republicans on a Curve

The Message Box • 3773 implied HN points • 02 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Republicans Democrats Journalism
  1. The media should not portray minor accomplishments of Republicans as significant achievements.
  2. Republicans are often graded on a curve, receiving praise for basic actions that Democrats are held to higher standards for.
  3. The political media strives for balance over accuracy, leading to biased coverage that favors Republicans in certain scenarios.

Republicans, Now Is The Time For School Choice

Erick Erickson's Confessions of a Political Junkie • 1458 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education Policy Republicans School choice Democrats
  1. Some schools in Illinois have no children reading on grade level, sparking a call for school choice.
  2. School choice is seen as a winning issue for Republicans because it empowers parents and benefits children.
  3. Republican opposition to school choice is being questioned, as data suggests its positive impact.

kitten corner: scooping the media

bad cattitude • 223 implied HN points • 12 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Democrats Elections Journalism Political Commentary
  1. The Democratic National Committee is not planning to buy CNN. They feel like they've owned it long enough and it hasn't worked well.
  2. An insider shared a funny quote about Anderson Cooper, suggesting it's time for someone else to deal with him.
  3. This is an ongoing story that has people curious about the future of CNN and how it will change hands.

How to Fix the US Supreme Court

The Garden of Forking Paths • 1552 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Judiciary Reform Bipartisanship Democrats Republicans
  1. The US Supreme Court is highly politicized with lifetime appointments causing a imbalance of power.
  2. By looking at models from small island nations, like Comoros and Fiji, we can find ways to reform the US Supreme Court using consociationalism and centripetalism.
  3. Proposed solutions for Supreme Court reform include changing the judicial selection process to be nonpartisan and considering power-sharing models like in New Jersey or requiring a supermajority vote for confirmations.

Texas bill to protect detransitioners defeated by Democrats at the last minute

Corinna Cohn • 963 implied HN points • 12 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Democrats Republicans Gender Rights
  1. Texas bill to protect detransitioners (HB3502) defeated by Democrats at the last minute.
  2. Democrats in Texas prevented HB3502 from expanding insurance coverage for 'onboarding' procedures.
  3. There was bipartisan effort to push the bill, but Democrats celebrated its demise in the final hours of the 2023 Session.

Could October 7 Bring Down the Squad?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 964 implied HN points • 21 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Congress Lobbying Polls Democrats
  1. Democratic Rep. Summer Lee faced backlash from Pittsburgh's Jewish community for her actions and comments regarding Israel and Hamas.
  2. The Squad members, including Summer Lee, are facing serious primary challenges from well-funded opponents due to their stance on Israel and their support of movements like Ceasefire Now.
  3. The Democratic Party is experiencing internal conflict over attitudes towards Israel, with more moderate Democrats and the pro-Israel lobby opposing the harsh criticism of the Jewish state by some left-wing members of the party.

Are US progressives playing into Trump’s hands?

Writing from London • 393 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Politics Activism Progressives Democrats Trumpism
  1. The US progressive movement is not fully embracing an anti-fascist strategy in response to Trump's tactics.
  2. There is a lack of unity and compromise among Democrats, with concerns about the candidate choices and their approach to attracting moderate Republicans.
  3. The article warns that failure to adopt a more inclusive approach may have negative consequences in the upcoming elections.

The Human Nature Election

From the New World • 86 implied HN points • 07 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Democrats Political Philosophy Voter Behavior Social Issues
  1. Democrats need to connect with human nature to appeal to voters. Being authentic and relatable is important for politicians.
  2. The rise of 'wokeness' has made noticing and discussing human nature difficult for the Democratic Party. This has hurt their connection with working-class voters.
  3. To attract a new generation of politicians, Democrats must redefine terms like racism and sexism to align with original meanings, thus moving away from current extreme definitions.

Why Democrats Became The Totalitarians They Warned Us About

Public • 607 implied HN points • 19 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democrats Trump Authoritarianism Censorship
  1. Democrats have shifted from defending free speech to censoring and falsely accusing opponents.
  2. Many initially skeptical liberals became convinced that American democracy was under threat after the Capitol riot.
  3. Democrats used the insurrection narrative to demonize voters, justify censorship, and weaponize the justice system.

Blame Biden

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 47 implied HN points • 06 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Candidates Democrats Republicans Campaigns
  1. The 2022 midterms gave Democrats a false sense of confidence that led them to misjudge their chances in the 2024 presidential race.
  2. Joe Biden's decision to run for a second term caused issues for the party, as it didn't allow for a healthy primary process to find a stronger candidate.
  3. Democrats need to reassess their approach to elections, as the current strategy isn't working, especially with Trump's return looming on the horizon.

The Irrelevance of Today’s Left

America in Crisis • 79 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Progressives Democrats Republicans
  1. Populists in the late 19th century were concerned with economic harm on small farmers, forming political alliances to combat big corporations and finance.
  2. Socialist-Labor parties focused on working class issues and sought rights like collective bargaining, influenced by the works of Marx and Engels.
  3. Progressives aimed to reform the system, implement economic and regulatory changes, eventually transforming into liberals and embracing neoliberal economics.

Robert Hur Just Gave Democrats An Off-Ramp

Gideon's Substack • 42 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democrats Special counsel Election Polls
  1. Special counsel Robert Hur hinted that President Biden may not be mentally capable of criminal conspiracy, posing a challenge for the Democrats.
  2. The Democrats face the task of convincing the public that Biden is fit for the presidency amid doubts about his capacity raised by Hur's comments.
  3. The Democrats have a tough decision ahead on whether to stick with Biden for the election or make a change based on public perception and past electoral outcomes.

Why are Hispanics Mobilizing Around Trump?

Who is Robert Malone • 22 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Immigration Polling Border Democrats
  1. Hispanic Americans are mobilizing around Trump due to issues like border security and the belief he can fix the economy.
  2. Legal Hispanic immigrants feel frustrated by the US government prioritizing illegal immigrants with resources and benefits.
  3. Recent polling shows a significant shift in Hispanic voter support towards Trump, signaling a potential change in the 2024 election.

What Caused Democrats' Support for Cluster Bombs?

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 60 implied HN points • 26 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democrats Republicans Congress Legislation
  1. Republicans manipulated Democrats' hatred for certain Republicans to block a bill opposing cluster bombs
  2. Republicans purposely associated cluster bomb opposition with Marjorie Taylor Greene to deter support
  3. Democrats fell into the trap set by Republicans, resulting in a vote that allowed the transfer of cluster bombs