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What just happened in British Columbia?

Pieter’s Newsletter • 139 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Anti-Semitism Foreign affairs Election
  1. A Jewish provincial minister in British Columbia got fired for comments made on a Zoom call about the early days of Israel, leading to political turmoil.
  2. The government's strong pro-Israel stance faced challenges from radical activists within the party with anti-Semitic sentiments.
  3. The incident highlighted the pressure faced by Jews in public spaces and the complexities of addressing Middle East politics in local government.

Trump’s Threat to Democracy

David Friedman’s Substack • 233 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Trump administration Legal system
  1. Some believe Trump winning the 2024 election could lead to the end of free and fair elections in America due to potential election rigging or disenfranchisement of Democrats.
  2. Trump was successful in instilling fear in the political establishment, even though he achieved little in terms of policy during his presidency.
  3. There is concern that Trump, if re-elected, may resort to using legal tactics against his opponents, potentially leading to a situation similar to ruling parties in undemocratic states like Putin's Russia.

At The Speed of Light.

News Items • 216 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Presidency Election Special counsel
  1. President Joe Biden's job approval rating among Democrats has dropped significantly.
  2. 2024 election in Pennsylvania shows a close race between Biden and Trump due to economic concerns.
  3. Former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows spoke to special counsel about baseless voting fraud claims after being granted immunity.

Election Countdown, 264 Days to Go: Fuzzy Talk About ‘Fuzzy Memory’

Breaking the News • 397 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Policy Media Government Candidates
  1. Dr. Charan Ranganath distinguishes between everyday forgetting and consequential memory loss, urging focus on actual capabilities rather than age-related slip-ups.
  2. Joe Biden's eloquence shines in longer, less rushed settings, like in major speeches and podcast-style interviews, showcasing a different side than his press availabilities.
  3. In politics, appearances often influence getting the job, but effectiveness in doing the job is what truly matters; the distinction is crucial when discussing candidates like Biden.
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Here we go again

City Hall Watcher • 216 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Election City Council
  1. The 2023 mayoral election in Toronto has begun with 27 candidates registered, including notable names like Ana Bailão and Councillor Josh Matlow.
  2. The registration window for the by-election to replace John Tory on June 26 is now open.
  3. Councillor Stephen Holyday has not registered for the mayoral race as of now.

How to Better Cover the Crimes of Donald Trump

Second Rough Draft • 216 implied HN points • 11 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Journalism Coverage Trump Election
  1. Former President Donald Trump has faced serious accusations and legal issues, such as being branded a sexual abuser and being involved in criminal tax fraud.
  2. Journalists must be vigilant in not becoming desensitized to significant news events, like the need to continuously report on the context and implications of Trump's actions.
  3. Coverage of political figures like Trump should focus on the stakes of their actions rather than simply the odds, ensuring that the public is well-informed for important decisions.

Dinguses of the week: 15 governors saying “fuck them kids”

Men Yell at Me • 363 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Governors Election Healthcare Podcast
  1. 15 Republican governors declined federal assistance for feeding children in need during summer months
  2. Child Tax Credit expansion lifted millions of children out of poverty and reduced food insufficiency rates
  3. Maverick Gas Stations are changing the name of the beloved Kum & Go gas station, known for its humor

Peru rises up after coup against elected President Pedro Castillo

Geopolitical Economy Report • 279 implied HN points • 13 Dec 22
🌍 World Politics Election Protest Coup Constitution Media bias
  1. Peru's elected left-wing President Pedro Castillo was overthrown in a coup by the right-wing-controlled congress, leading to widespread protests and demands for a new constitution.
  2. The political system in Peru has long been dominated by racist elites, and the coup against Castillo was part of ongoing attempts by the far-right elements to destabilize his government.
  3. The demand for a new constitution through a constituent assembly is a key focus of the protests, aiming to address longstanding issues of exclusion, ethnic discrimination, and economic control present in the current constitution.

Biden to deploy American boots on the ground in Gaza, in accommodating the demands of a fanatical voting base

The Dossier • 284 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Foreign Policy Military Election Congress National Security
  1. President Biden plans to deploy American troops to Gaza to build a port, risking their safety in a dangerous war zone.
  2. The decision to involve the military in Gaza construction raises concerns over the misuse of resources and lack of Congressional oversight.
  3. Political motives, such as appealing to voters in crucial swing states, may be a driving force behind the deployment of troops in Gaza.

The Canada 93 Election

Wrong Side of History • 256 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
💾 History Election Revolt Victory
  1. The article discusses the lack of a new revolt on the Right and what lessons can be learned from Galloway's victory in the Canada 93 Election.
  2. The post contains references to sci-fi shows like Red Dwarf and Star Trek, exploring the concept of aliens appearing as the perfect object of desires.
  3. To access the full content of the article, one needs to be a paid subscriber on the website.

Why do people have to live outside?

Worcester Sucks and I Love It • 157 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Homelessness Local news Policy Election Government
  1. Questioning why people are forced to live outside despite buildings being available with heating.
  2. Illustrating the challenges faced by the homeless due to lack of shelter beds before winter.
  3. Discussing the shifts in Worcester's media landscape and a proposal to change the police chief position to a public safety commissioner.

Speaker Mike Johnson is a Product of Unopposed Legislative Seats

The View from Rural Missouri by Jess Piper • 139 implied HN points • 26 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislature Government Podcast Election
  1. Speaker Mike Johnson won unopposed in the Louisiana Legislature, highlighting a trend of unchallenged red state elections.
  2. The lack of opposition in elections can result in extremists holding significant political power.
  3. Active participation and opposition in elections across every state are crucial to prevent unopposed candidates from gaining influential positions.

Of course Biden's age is a legitimate voter concern

Silver Bulletin • 308 implied HN points • 04 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Presidency Candidates Aging Health
  1. A large percentage of American adults believe Biden is too old to be effective for another four years.
  2. There is a significant age gap between Biden and Trump, which may impact their health and cognitive abilities in a second term.
  3. Voters are concerned about the age and health of presidential candidates, with notable implications for the upcoming election.

Are these hopeless Republican candidates ever going to quit?

Silver Bulletin • 217 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Primary Trump
  1. Some hopeless Republican candidates are likely to drop out in the next six weeks, while others may stay longer due to various factors like momentum and media attention.
  2. Anti-Trump Republicans may need to rally behind a single challenger to have a chance, as Trump currently has a strong lead in head-to-head matchups.
  3. Candidates like DeSantis and Haley may be the best options to challenge Trump, but even their chances seem slim based on current polling data.

Clickbait merchants on X advance a baseless Tucker Carlson assassination attempt narrative

The Dossier • 211 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics News Government Election
  1. Social media is rife with sensationalized, unverified claims about a supposed Tucker Carlson assassination attempt in Moscow.
  2. The clickbait culture on social media platforms leads to the spread of baseless narratives for the sake of increasing traffic and monetization.
  3. It is crucial to scrutinize sources and facts in a world where sensationalism often overshadows truth and critical perspectives.

U.S. Supreme Court Chickens Out

Fake Noûs • 200 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Supreme Court Presidency Election
  1. The Colorado Supreme Court ruled Trump ineligible for the Presidency but the USSC overruled this decision, sparking discussion on why they did this
  2. The decision on whether Trump should appear on the Republican primary ballot in Colorado was contested between state and federal jurisdictions
  3. The article delves into the implications of the USSC overruling the Colorado Supreme Court decision

Hiding from reality

Comment is Freed • 118 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Government Budget Campaigning Policy
  1. The post criticizes politicians for hiding the truth about budget projections and making unrealistic spending promises.
  2. It highlights the disconnect between political parties' actions and the concerns of voters, emphasizing the importance of holding politicians accountable.
  3. Rather than focusing on superficial details, the post encourages in-depth analysis of proposed spending to ensure transparency and truthfulness in political discussions.

Weekend Update #69. Ukraine Does Better in South Carolina than Expected

Phillips’s Newsletter • 126 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Foreign Policy Aid Republican party Congress
  1. South Carolina primary shows divisions in Republican Party over Trump's stance on Ukraine
  2. Ukraine facing challenges with ammunition supply, leading to withdrawals from exposed positions
  3. Ukraine's success in deconstructing Russian air power is hindered by low anti-air ammunition and Russian losses in key aircraft

The State of the Union, and the shape of the Presidential race

The Future, Now and Then • 110 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Campaign Strategy Media Coverage Supreme Court
  1. Biden's State of the Union speech signaled his reelection message and the upcoming Presidential race is expected to be extremely close.
  2. Biden effectively contrasted his record with Trump's, using past actions to his advantage.
  3. Media coverage may continue to focus on Biden's age, but the expectations set for him allow him to surpass them, while Trump's campaign quality may work to Biden's benefit due to Trump's past incompetence.

Inside the mythical NATO-sabotaging version of Trump hallucinated by David Frum

Michael Tracey • 121 implied HN points • 24 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Election Government Partisanship International relations
  1. The best indicator of what Trump would do as president were his actions during his first term, not hypothetical versions of him invented by different groups.
  2. Despite claims by David Frum that Trump would undermine NATO and favor Russia, the reality was quite the opposite - Trump actually increased sanctions on Russia, supported Ukraine with lethal assistance, and expanded NATO.
  3. Misconceptions about Trump's relationship with Russia persisted, even though Putin publicly preferred Biden over Trump due to unsuccessful attempts to improve relations during the Trump Administration.

The Cocoon Election

Slack Tide by Matt Labash • 176 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Candidates Polls Age Presidency
  1. The current presidential candidates are significantly older than the average age of past presidents and the average age of death for former presidents, raising concerns about capability for such a stressful role
  2. Polls show that Trump is consistently leading over Biden in national polls, suggesting a strong showing for Trump in the upcoming election
  3. Despite the dissatisfaction with current choices, there is a lack of viable alternatives in the current presidential election

Taiwan's Election as Viewed by Former CASS-ITS Director Zhou Zhihuai

Sinification • 58 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Taiwan Cross-strait relations Election Political parties
  1. The emergence of an 'independence-sceptic' generation in Taiwan has positive impacts on cross-Strait relations.
  2. The KMT's defeat in Taiwan's election was due to long-standing structural issues within the party.
  3. An anti-Green voter base exists in Taiwan, but has not consolidated into a clear political camp yet.

It's gonna be a very long and exceptionally tedious road to November 2024

Silver Bulletin • 227 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Polling Campaign Partisanship Presidential
  1. Stay sane during the 2024 election by either ignoring the race or pacing yourself.
  2. It's too early to get caught up in polling details right now.
  3. The main things to know about the current election race are Biden, Trump, or someone else could win, and the odds don't change significantly day to day.

The Finnish Presidential Election 2024 - a short overview

Ahpocalypse Now • 58 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Election Foreign Policy Candidates Presidency Ideologies
  1. The Finnish Presidential Election involves nine candidates and may go to a second round if no one gets over 50% of the votes.
  2. The President of Finland serves as a moral leader, unifying figure, and representative in high-level international meetings.
  3. The top contenders in the election include Jussi Halla-aho, Pekka Haavisto, and Alexander Stubb, each with unique backgrounds and potential outcomes.

SBSQ #3: Forget the polls — has Joe Biden been a good president?

Silver Bulletin • 147 implied HN points • 30 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Election Gambling Presidency Cities
  1. Nate Silver believes Joe Biden has been a good president based on bills passed and handling of certain issues.
  2. Nate Silver shares his 7 favorite American cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Miami.
  3. Nate Silver discusses the betting odds for the US Presidential election and whether it's a good bet to buy GOP for the popular vote.