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‘That's Extremely Dehumanizing’: Biden Bleeds Support in Michigan Over Israel

The Washington Current • 0 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Foreign Policy Government Activism
  1. President Biden is losing support in Michigan due to his alignment with Israel's far-right government.
  2. Michigan's Arab-American community feels dehumanized by the focus on Palestinian lives only in the context of polls.
  3. People in Michigan, including Arab voters, want to see more empathy and action from the Biden administration to prevent child deaths in Gaza.

POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE: Worried Trump Could Return as President? The Nation Might Not Last Until the Election

The Washington Current • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Supreme Court Republican party Civil War Political violence
  1. Concerns about Trump potentially returning as President are growing.
  2. Republicans advocating defiance of Supreme Court rulings are seen as a threat to national unity.
  3. There is fear that this political turmoil could escalate to violent conflict before the November election.

Republican Battle: Trump Brawls with Haley Coming Out of New Hampshire

The Washington Current • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Republican party
  1. Donald Trump won the New Hampshire Republican primary but his opponent, Nikki Haley, didn't concede.
  2. Despite winning comfortably, Trump made harsh and bizarre comments about Haley and New Hampshire's Governor Chris Sununu in his victory speech.
  3. Trump also warned Haley and former opponent Ron DeSantis that they could face investigations if they won.

‘One of the Most Epic Failures’: DeSantis Ends Presidential Bid

The Washington Current • 0 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Presidential campaign Republican party Political Commentary
  1. Governor DeSantis ended his presidential bid after facing multiple setbacks.
  2. DeSantis' campaign suffered due to criminal indictments and losing support to Trump.
  3. DeSantis' decision to exit the race preserves his political future and avoids burning bridges with the Republican base.

NH Governor Downplays Importance of Violent Insurrection With Support for Trump

The Washington Current • 0 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Capitol Attack Border Security Inflation
  1. NH Governor Chris Sununu downplays the importance of the violent insurrection on January 6th, 2021.
  2. Sununu prioritizes issues like border security and inflation over the insurrection when it comes to voters.
  3. Despite endorsing Nikki Haley, Sununu may support Trump if he wins the nomination.

With Republicans Awash in Disinformation, Networks Cut Away from Iowa Winner

The Washington Current • 0 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Disinformation Media Polling Immigration
  1. Nearly 70% of Iowa Republican voters wrongly believe Biden stole the 2020 election.
  2. Major TV networks like CNN and MSNBC refused to air Trump's victory speech due to his history of spreading falsehoods and disinformation.
  3. Filtering Trump's statements is necessary as he continues to make false claims, like those about the 2020 election, impacting his coverage on major networks.

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

Wide World of News • 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.

‘They Should Have Him Do Stuff Like that More Often’: Fox Reporter Impressed with Biden Performance

The Washington Current • 0 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Media Election
  1. President Biden's spirited rebuttal at a news conference impressed a Fox News reporter, showing his ability to handle criticism well.
  2. Special Counsel Hur's report characterized Biden as an elderly man with a poor memory, sparking Biden to argue against these assertions.
  3. Even a Fox News reporter, known for challenging Biden, admitted being impressed by the president's witty response to a memory-related question, suggesting Biden should engage in such interactions more often.

Hey, Trudeau! Fuck off! Your intimidation tactic in the cross walk tonight didn't work. I am still running for Parliament, you piece of shit!

C.O.P. Central Organizing Principle. • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Political Figures Campaigning
  1. The writer is not happy with Trudeau and is adamant about running for Parliament.
  2. The writer uses strong language to express frustration and opposition.
  3. The writer seems to perceive a form of intimidation from Trudeau but asserts their determination.

Why Pierre Poilievre is the Prime Minister Canada Needs

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 22 Dec 22
🌍 World Politics Canadian Politics Leadership Election Policies
  1. Pierre Poilievre has proven himself as an efficient politician by showing discipline and organization in handling complex economic policy issues.
  2. Poilievre has a wealth of experience in Canadian politics, having served in various cabinet portfolios and roles within the Conservative Party.
  3. He stands out for his openness to new ideas and willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, showcasing his adaptability in the ever-changing landscape of modern politics.

Turning our back on America

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 14 Nov 16
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Election Policy Draft
  1. The author believes that most Americans are good people, regardless of the election outcomes. However, their view of America as a place for economic opportunities may be changing due to immigration restrictions.
  2. The author's personal experience of relocating to North America for career gains and future prospects tied to the US is now possibly undermined by concerns over restrictive immigration policies under Trump, affecting employment and student opportunities.
  3. The potential impact of current political scenarios, such as increased denial rates for visas and the possibility of drafting for military service, is causing individuals to rethink their long-term decisions and career paths involving the US.

Digitization and the Rise of Trump

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 03 Mar 16
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Media Candidates Disruption
  1. The rise of Trump is linked to digitization and social media disrupting traditional political processes, allowing unconventional candidates to gain traction.
  2. Trump's success challenges the established political norms and the power structures within his own party.
  3. Trump's approach to media and politics has deviated from the traditional 'Game of Scrutiny,' causing a shift in how political campaigns are conducted.

Top Trump and Mexit: The game theory of the Trump endgame

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 01 Aug 15
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Game Theory Republican party Presidential Race Debate
  1. There is a strong belief that Donald Trump will not secure the Republican nomination or win the presidency, but the focus now is on how long he will stay in the race.
  2. By applying game theory, it is predicted that Trump may withdraw from the GOP race early, possibly citing medical reasons, to avoid losing in critical states like New Hampshire.
  3. Other candidates have an opportunity to strategically challenge Trump in debates, potentially leading to his exit from the race and boosting their own chances of leadership.

Call for Questions: Chibu Asonye

Xavi Benjamin • 0 implied HN points • 01 Apr 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election
  1. Chibu Asonye, the Green Party Congressional Candidate for Illinois District 13, will be featured on Xavi Benjamin's show on April 10th.
  2. To read more about Chibu Asonye's interview, readers can subscribe to Xavi Benjamin with a 7-day free trial.
  3. Existing paid subscribers can access the full post archives without the need for a trial.

Step Out of the Water

Chris' Blog • 0 implied HN points • 31 Oct 20
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Psychology Narcissism Election Social media
  1. Narcissists, especially those with narcissistic personality disorder, exhibit specific traits like grandiosity and lack of empathy.
  2. For a codependent dealing with a narcissist, reacting with derangement or anger doesn't change the narcissist's behavior and can be harmful to the codependent.
  3. Exiting the cycle of derangement caused by a narcissistic relationship is empowering and essential for personal well-being and reducing societal discord.

Lớn chuyện luôn: Trump tố gian lận, đòi đếm lại phiếu Rap Việt 2020

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 15 Nov 20
🌍 World Politics Election Vietnam Social media Political Commentary
  1. Trump is claiming fraud and demanding a recount of votes for Rap Viet 2020.
  2. During a press conference, McEnany revealed an inside joke that Trump and GDucky refer to each other as family members.
  3. Despite allegations, MC Tran Thanh stated they have not received any formal complaints.

Chuyên gia: Việt Nam chuẩn bị xuất khẩu công nghệ bầu cử sang Mỹ

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 13 Nov 20
🌍 World Politics Technology Election Vietnam United States
  1. Vietnam is preparing to export election technology to the US, with interest from Vietnamese Americans to purchase Make in Vietnam election technology.
  2. Vietnam's election technology has been used for 70-80 years, consistently producing high consensus results without controversy, unlike the US.
  3. President Trump has shown interest in Vietnamese election technology, which allows for results before voting is completed, a unique innovation.

Tối cao Pháp viện có quyết định kết quả bầu cử?

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 12 Nov 20
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Supreme Court Political parties Voting Rights
  1. The Supreme Court decision regarding the election lawsuit will not change the election results.
  2. Trump's lawsuit in Pennsylvania challenges election laws, not voter fraud claims.
  3. The Supreme Court ruling will clarify who has the authority to decide election laws, not impact the election outcome.

Live blog: bầu cử Mỹ 2020

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 05 Nov 20
🌍 World Politics Election Political Analysis Current Events Party Politics Global Affairs
  1. Biden is leading in the electoral count and is close to clinching victory by winning key states like Nevada and Georgia.
  2. The support for Biden among new and independent voters is significant, while there are more people who dislike Trump than dislike Biden.
  3. Exit polls show a pattern where men and white individuals are more inclined towards Trump, while women and minorities tend to favor Biden.