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Is American democracy on the brink of collapse?

Krystal Kyle & Friends • 491 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democracy Election Political Commentary
  1. Andrew Yang discusses his new book 'The Last Election' which portrays a fictional scenario of a collapsing American political system.
  2. The book offers a vivid and shocking image of where the flawed democracy might be heading.
  3. Listeners can subscribe to the podcast to hear a thrilling discussion with Yang about the book and the future of American politics.

Former Obama CIA Chief Backs Nikki Haley

All-Source Intelligence Fusion • 773 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Intelligence Government National Security Campaign
  1. Former Obama CIA Chief Michael Morell publicly supports Nikki Haley's presidential campaign with both donations and endorsements.
  2. Morell organized efforts to shape the 2020 presidential election by discrediting a report on Hunter Biden, a move tied to intelligence officials interfacing with the Biden campaign.
  3. Several high-ranking former intelligence and national security officials, including Michael Morell and Douglas Feith, are backing Nikki Haley's campaign for president despite limited voter support.
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Nikki in NH

Things I Didn't Learn in School • 235 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Leadership Policy Candidates Government
  1. Nikki Haley's potential win in New Hampshire could lead to significant changes and a corrective feature in the US system.
  2. Haley's focus on fiscal responsibility and deflationary policies may impact US Treasuries and the economy positively.
  3. Her background, qualities, and approach suggest a shift in political norms and potential for US power and influence if she wins.

CIA “Cooked The Intelligence” To Hide That Russia Favored Clinton, Not Trump In 2016, Sources Say

Public • 456 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Intelligence Election Scandal
  1. CIA allegedly manipulated intelligence to hide that Russia favored Clinton over Trump in the 2016 election
  2. The Trump-Russia scandal was based on a report that inaccurately painted Trump as a puppet of Putin
  3. The Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA) released in 2017 falsely claimed that Russia interfered in the election to help Trump

Federal Government Operatives And Soros Money Behind Plot To Keep Trump Off Ballot

Public • 554 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Election Democracy Partisanship Conspiracy
  1. Maine's Secretary of State removed Trump from the state's 2024 primary ballot due to alleged involvement in the Capitol riot.
  2. There is disputed evidence on whether the Capitol incident was a coup attempt linked to Trump, according to some prosecutors and commentators.
  3. Nonprofit organizations are accused of using government ties and funding from sources like Soros to influence democracy.

Will 2024 Be Rigged?

OLD GOATS with Jonathan Alter • 412 implied HN points • 08 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Presidential Campaign Debates AI
  1. The 2024 election's fate involves legal vs illegal rigging, with the former almost certain and the latter less likely but still a concern.
  2. The Republican nomination race for 2024 may heavily favor Trump due to his strategic advantages in party rules and potential court cases lingering.
  3. Positive signs for democracy in 2022 elections, but challenges remain, including concerns about AI spreading misinformation and potential for political violence in 2024.

In a Deep-Blue City, Will Locals Get Tough on Crime?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 677 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Progressives Election Democratic Party Policies
  1. The city of Austin, Texas is facing a surge in crime rates, with concerns over the progressive criminal justice reforms led by District Attorney José Garza.
  2. The upcoming Democratic primary race for District Attorney in Austin will determine the future of criminal justice policies, with moderate candidate Jeremy Sylestine challenging Garza's progressive agenda.
  3. There is a divide among Austin residents, with some supporting Garza's approach of reducing incarceration and addressing root causes of crime, while others criticize him for leniency towards criminals and lack of justice for victims.

Hope For A Deal between Nippon Steel and the Steelworkers Union Before Election Day

Japan Economy Watch • 159 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election National Security Legislation Foreign Relations Trade
  1. There is hope for a deal between Nippon Steel and the Steelworkers Union before Election Day to avoid national security issues and ease political tensions.
  2. Election year politics heavily influence decisions, with implications for US-Japan relations and national security.
  3. Challenges exist in making the deal, including union concerns about potential job losses and the need for guarantees, but both sides are working towards a resolution.

Election Countdown, 254 Days to Go: A Step Away from the ‘No Labels’ Brink.

Breaking the News • 615 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Third-Party Impeachment Culture Wars
  1. Third-party campaigns often serve as spoilers in US presidential politics, increasing the risk of splitting votes.
  2. The idea of an 'open convention' to replace Joe Biden as a candidate faces significant challenges, like lack of clarity on alternative candidates and financial complications.
  3. A GOP impeachment bid against Joe Biden was derailed after a star witness was arrested for inventing stories about the Biden family on behalf of Russian state intelligence.

Former Boudin staffer Ryan Khojasteh and police commissioner Max Carter-Oberstone to challenge SFDA Brooke Jenkins

Gotham by Susan Dyer Reynolds • 196 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Law enforcement Corruption
  1. Former Boudin staffer Ryan Khojasteh and police commissioner Max Carter-Oberstone plan to challenge SFDA Brooke Jenkins.
  2. There may be a consideration for Joe Alioto Veronese to run for DA again after finishing third in the 2022 race.
  3. DA Brooke Jenkins is facing challengers but has shown effectiveness in reducing crime rates and prosecuting drug dealers.

Election Countdown, 240 Days to Go: The General Election Campaign Has Begun.

Breaking the News • 564 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Foreign Policy Policy Analysis
  1. The speech by Joe Biden at the State of the Union address effectively shifted audience focus and message from previous years.
  2. The speech avoided the typical laundry-list approach, presenting a more cohesive thematic structure to deliver key points.
  3. Biden's speech reflected a strong stance against Putin and Trump, aiming to motivate and connect with his own base rather than attempting to win over Trump's supporters.

Pod Against America

The Carousel • 43 implied HN points • 07 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Leadership Media Election Authenticity Public Opinion
  1. Trump's approach to leadership focuses on genuine beliefs rather than manipulation. This contrasts with elite strategies, which often prioritize how to present ideas rather than what those ideas actually are.
  2. Elites are trained to understand what people want to hear, leading to a lack of authentic engagement with their actual beliefs. They aim to control narratives rather than truly lead.
  3. For the left to regain authenticity in today's media, they need to clearly express their principles instead of just trying to gain power. They should focus on why their ideas matter, rather than simply trying to be liked.

Fox News.

News Items • 353 implied HN points • 24 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Republicans Election Political Influence
  1. Rupert Murdoch's retirement has political implications, showcasing that Trump continues to hold influence in the Republican Party.
  2. Fox News' attempts to steer the Republican base away from Trump have failed, with DeSantis losing ground and needing a strong showing in Iowa.
  3. There are shifts happening within Fox News and the Republican Party leadership, indicating a changing landscape in conservative politics.

Election Countdown: 305 Days to Go.

Breaking the News • 666 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Media Narrative Campaigning Legislation
  1. Presidential elections are often influenced by economic and other indicators like job creation, inflation trends, crime rates, and deficit levels.
  2. Media narratives about political figures can shift over time, impacting public perception and election outcomes.
  3. It's important for the media to avoid legitimizing hate speech and to critically analyze the rhetoric and actions of political figures.

Changing values

The Newsletter of (Not Quite) Everything • 334 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Religion Free speech Politics Individual Rights
  1. Religious people are not barred from public life, despite some claims to the contrary.
  2. Being honest about personal beliefs, even if controversial, is important in leadership.
  3. The divide in discussions about free speech and cancel culture often revolves around whether faith-based views should receive special treatment in public discourse.

Guatemala blocks leftist Indigenous leader from presidential race, in 'electoral coup'

Geopolitical Economy Report • 398 implied HN points • 06 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Indigenous Election Oligarchy Corruption
  1. Guatemala's right-wing government banned Indigenous leader Thelma Cabrera and her leftist Movement for the Liberation of the Peoples (MLP) party from participating in the presidential election, leading to international condemnation as an 'electoral coup.'
  2. The MLP, led by Thelma Cabrera, aims to represent Indigenous communities and fight against poverty, neoliberalism, and for the establishment of a plurinational state, gaining significant popularity in Guatemala.
  3. The ban on leftists like Thelma Cabrera and Jordán Rodas by the Guatemalan electoral authority contrasts with the acceptance of candidates with questionable backgrounds, leading to protests, accusations of authoritarianism, and a battle between the oligarchy and the people.

Election Countdown, 243 Days to Go: Four Mysteries After ‘Super Tuesday.’

Breaking the News • 474 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Media Coverage Judiciary
  1. The press has been portraying both Biden and Trump as losers, but one of them will win the election based on various factors like support, achievements, and obstacles.
  2. Mainstream press coverage and expert 'framing' could influence voter perception of candidates, but election outcomes are more likely determined by fundamental factors like party unity and public priorities.
  3. The question of the Supreme Court's limits and potential consequences of it going too far is a matter for paid subscribers to explore in the context of the upcoming election.

Nikki Haley's problem is America's problem

Silver Bulletin • 290 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Conservatism Republican party Joe Biden Donald Trump
  1. Nikki Haley faced challenges in the Republican Party representing broader issues within America.
  2. Haley struggled to gain support from self-described conservative Republicans, highlighting divisions within the party.
  3. The dominance of Trump's strain of conservatism poses significant implications for the Republican Party and American democracy.

The Art World’s Enfant Terrible Runs for Senate

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 500 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Government Policy Society Culture
  1. Stefan Simchowitz is running for Senate but doesn't expect to win, viewing it more as a platform to share his ideas.
  2. Simchowitz, known as the 'Art World’s Patron Satan', has an unconventional approach in the art world, supporting struggling artists and circumventing traditional systems.
  3. His political views lean towards a mix of centrist and progressive ideologies, advocating for entrepreneurial government solutions and challenging progressive politics and DEI initiatives.

Election Countdown, 258 Days to Go: The New Politics of Place.

Breaking the News • 487 implied HN points • 21 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Policy Opportunity Investment Economy
  1. Place has always been significant in American personal stories and national politics, influencing decisions to stay or go.
  2. Federal policies are beginning to bring more opportunities to historically neglected areas, such as the Rust Belt, by strategically directing investments.
  3. There is a shift towards more planned and effective federal initiatives that focus on boosting local economies and communities, recognizing the importance of place-based growth.

Election Countdown, 295 Days to Go: Fortune-Telling vs Reporting.

Breaking the News • 513 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Media Government Courts News
  1. It's important to focus on reporting current events rather than predicting the future in politics.
  2. News organizations should use their resources to produce stories about what is happening now, instead of speculating about the future.
  3. Avoid stories based on polls, political framing, or candidate 'momentum' in reporting to maintain audience trust.

We are all vegans at a BBQ joint

The Rubesletter by Matt Ruby (of Vooza) | Sent every Tuesday • 427 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election President Immigration Policy Political strategy
  1. The upcoming election highlights the dilemma of feeling like a vegan at a BBQ joint, with both sides having their quirks and pitfalls.
  2. The focus on Biden's age isn't just media-driven, but a genuine concern due to public observations.
  3. Having a boring President might be good because politics should be functional and uneventful, unlike the chaos of previous administrations.