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A Super Tuesday for Donald Trump

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1502 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Policy Legislation Media Government
  1. Primary voters chose Trump and Biden, indicating a desire for a rematch, despite other challengers trying to offer alternatives.
  2. Nikki Haley's supporters continued to back her financially even when it became clear that her campaign wasn't successful, demonstrating loyalty and belief in her message.
  3. Across the Western world, new hate speech laws threaten freedom of speech, with Ireland, Canada, and Britain considering strict legislation.

Trump’s TikTok Flip-Flop. A Weed Debate. Another Presidential Contender.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1252 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Bipartisanship Media Control
  1. The House of Representatives is voting on legislation to force ByteDance to sell TikTok due to concerns over Chinese Communist Party control, leading to an unexpected political divide.
  2. The debate over cannabis legalization includes concerns about health risks associated with marijuana use, such as an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
  3. There are bipartisan efforts in the House to address the threat of foreign propaganda and data control by the Chinese Communist Party through TikTok, with legislators pushing for a forced sale of the platform.

The GOP is Betting on Crisis Pregnancy Centers

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 3400 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Republicans Legislation Anti-Abortion Movement Women's Health
  1. The GOP is heavily investing in Crisis Pregnancy Centers (CPCs) for their anti-abortion agenda.
  2. CPCs are key in the GOP's plan to limit access to birth control and push for anti-abortion legislation.
  3. CPCs serve as a central part of the anti-abortion movement's broader strategy beyond just preventing individual abortions.

Idaho Committee Passes LGBTQ+ Book Ban on MLK Day: Rep Says It Only Bans Gay "Acts"

Erin In The Morning • 3596 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Equality Social Issues Government Discrimination
  1. Idaho Committee passed a book ban targeting LGBTQ+ books, focusing on banning 'acts of homosexuality.'
  2. Critics argue that the bill could lead to bankruptcy for libraries due to legal fees from book challenges.
  3. The bill raises concerns about defining 'acts' of homosexuality, potentially impacting books with LGBTQ+ characters in libraries.

Florida Bill Would Make Accusations Of Transphobia Defamation With A $35K Penalty

Erin In The Morning • 3950 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Discrimination Freedom of Speech Defamation
  1. A new bill in Florida aims to treat accusations of transphobia as defamation with a $35K penalty.
  2. The bill restricts the ability to defend against defamation lawsuits by not allowing the use of scientific or religious beliefs.
  3. This bill has the potential to significantly restrict free speech in Florida, especially when it comes to reporting on discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.
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Speaker Mike Johnson fails his first test.

Today's Edition Newsletter • 8333 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation International relations Election Government Political Analysis
  1. House Republicans proposed cutting IRS funding for Israel aid, showing poor leadership skills.
  2. Democrats and Senate likely to oppose the bill, challenging Speaker Mike Johnson's legislative efforts.
  3. Demanding IRS cuts for aid packages is seen as insulting and Republicans are criticized for playing political games.

It's time we learned to love the Lords

Striking 13 • 2316 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Democracy Legislation Reform Partisanship
  1. The House of Lords, despite being undemocratic, is effective in improving laws and providing scrutiny in ways the Commons can't.
  2. The lack of a majority in the Lords prevents the government from unchecked power, forcing better governance and encouraging consensus-building.
  3. Expertise in the Lords, particularly from crossbenchers, plays a key role in improving legislation and offering valuable insights, highlighting the importance of a balanced approach to democracy.

Most Folks Don't Think About the Supreme Court

The View from Rural Missouri by Jess Piper • 1532 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Supreme Court Political Impact Legislation Justice System
  1. Many people don't consider the importance of the Supreme Court and its impact on their daily lives.
  2. Understanding the power and influence of the Court, and discussing it with friends and family, is crucial to being prepared and knowing how to fight back against potential threats.
  3. Educating others on the potential harm of a captured court, and working together with those around us, is key to protecting our future.

Abortion, Every Day (2.7.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 2338 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Legislation Activism Lawsuit Reproductive Rights
  1. Anti-abortion studies attacking mifepristone retracted due to misleading and inaccurate information.
  2. Anti-choice groups resort to harassment campaigns in states like Florida and Missouri to suppress pro-choice efforts.
  3. Various states like Tennessee, Florida, Oklahoma, Michigan, and Illinois are introducing controversial anti-abortion legislation, leading to increased threats and violence against abortion providers.

The Week in Abortion

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 2987 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Abortion rights Reproductive Rights Legislation
  1. A campaign ad featuring personal abortion stories can have a significant impact on raising awareness and shifting views.
  2. Efforts to restrict abortion access continue, including cruel tactics like forcing women into unnecessary procedures to undermine the importance of abortion.
  3. Pro-choice groups are actively working on ballot measures to protect abortion rights, facing opposition and challenges from anti-abortion activists.

Abortion, Every Day (2.1.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 2378 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Policy Legislation Election Advocacy
  1. The Oregon Supreme Court ruled against ten Republican state senators who staged a walkout over abortion, disqualifying them from reelection.
  2. Kentucky and Tennessee lawmakers are working on abortion legislation, with focus on repealing bans and providing more resources for patients.
  3. The anti-abortion movement is facing backlash, including activists violating the FACE Act and attempts to repeal clinic protection laws.

Why Trump is So Afraid of the Bipartisan Border Deal

The Message Box • 2122 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Parties Border Security Foreign Aid Bipartisanship
  1. House Republicans killed a bipartisan border deal quickly to prevent Biden from having a victory.
  2. The Senate deal on border security, Ukraine, and Israel is contentious, with Democrats not fully supporting it.
  3. Donald Trump and House Republicans worked hard to stop the Senate bill from passing, showing their fear of the political implications.

The Good News Supplement: 22nd January - Sunday 28th January

The Glinner Update • 2358 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gender Rights Legislation Legal case Civil Rights Public Figures
  1. Professor Jo Phoenix won her legal case against the Open University for discrimination and harassment because of her gender critical views.
  2. Ohio Senate has overridden Governor DeWine's veto, preventing medical interventions for gender-confused children.
  3. Kemi Badenoch is addressing the issue of gender pay gap data being recorded based on self-declared gender identity, rather than biological sex, in the Civil Service.

Put your Kid to Work Day

New Means • 2771 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Labor Rights Legislation Capitalism Inequality
  1. Child labor violations have increased by 50% in 2023, resulting in tragic accidents and deaths of young workers.
  2. Multiple state legislatures are working to weaken child labor laws, allowing kids to work longer hours in dangerous jobs.
  3. The push for child labor is tied to capitalist interests seeking to further exploit and profit off of vulnerable populations, including children.

Abortion, Every Day (1.9.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 3007 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Legislation Reproductive Rights Florida
  1. Florida bill aims to ban abortions for minors except for life-threatening emergencies, raising concerns about reproductive rights
  2. Idaho faces OBGYN shortage due to restrictive abortion laws, showcasing the impact of anti-choice legislation on healthcare access
  3. Anti-abortion movement focuses on denying emergency abortions, revealing extreme measures to limit reproductive rights

Abortion, Every Day (2.9.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 1847 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Legislation Election Rights
  1. Legislation in West Virginia and South Dakota targets women with nonviable pregnancies by misleading them with false information disguised as 'informed consent.'
  2. Anti-abortion groups use cases of abortion medication misuse in domestic abuse to push false narratives, diverting attention from violence against women.
  3. Lawmakers in South Carolina introduce a bill to compensate women denied abortions, highlighting the escalating costs of prenatal and postnatal care, as important steps in supporting women's reproductive rights.

Abortion, Every Day (1.22.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 2476 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion rights Legislation Political Activism Voting
  1. Republicans are strategically avoiding the term 'abortion ban' to gain public support for their restrictions.
  2. Some states like Wisconsin and Iowa are pushing extreme abortion restrictions, like banning abortions at 14 weeks and requiring 'prosecutable' cases for rape victims.
  3. Efforts are being made in various pro-choice states like Colorado, Maine, Maryland, and Alabama to protect abortion rights through ballot measures and legislation.

Abortion, Every Day (1.16.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 2692 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Legislation Elections Public funding Reproductive Rights
  1. Anti-abortion activists are using victim-blaming tactics to avoid acknowledging the harm caused by abortion bans, as seen in the case of Yeni Glick in Texas.
  2. Legislators in different states are introducing bills that impact reproductive rights, such as a controversial fetal personhood bill in Kentucky and concerns about abortion access in Illinois.
  3. Various efforts are being made to protect abortion rights and improve reproductive health services, including legal battles, political campaigns, and initiatives to provide accurate information to the public.

Abortion, Every Day (1.10.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 2928 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Legislation Elections Healthcare Reproductive Rights
  1. The media coverage of post-abortion ban deaths is concerning and highlights the lack of attention on crucial issues.
  2. There are deceitful campaigns against pro-choice measures in states like Arizona, emphasizing the importance of understanding the language in such initiatives.
  3. Republican anti-abortion activism in Ohio's Supreme Court reveals the ongoing threats to abortion rights and the need for vigilance in protecting those rights.

Abortion, Every Day (1.18.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 2535 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Legislation Elections Reproductive Rights
  1. Google is still retaining location data for abortion clinic visits despite promises to delete it.
  2. Abortion rights organizations in Missouri are facing challenges and disagreements over 'viability' standards in the proposed ballot measures.
  3. Biden-Harris campaign is launching an abortion-rights push focusing on Trump's impact on abortion bans across the country.

Trump Wins Bigly in Iowa. Fentanyl for Minors in Canada. And, Is the Golden Age of TV Over?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 2457 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Policy Media Social Issues Legislation
  1. Donald Trump set a new record for the largest margin of victory by a Republican in Iowa caucus history, with a lead of nearly 30 points over his closest competitors
  2. The divide between college-educated and working-class voters is a significant factor in American politics, causing fractures in both the Republican and Democratic parties
  3. Ron DeSantis faced challenges in the Iowa caucus, showing that embodying a political agenda and connecting with voters is more important than competence or experience

Karma mailbag

Slow Boring • 1690 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conspiracy Theories Legislation Public Health Labor Market Local news
  1. The post discusses right-wing conspiracy theories about Taylor Swift, but does not endorse them.
  2. There's an observation that Taylor Swift's song 'Karma' may contain elements from an older song, 'Music is My Hot Hot Sex' by CSS.
  3. The post highlights positive news stories like Medicaid expansion, newborn great white sharks, and successful transit projects.

America 2.0: Taxation Without Representation

donaldjeffries • 1434 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Legislation Corruption Elections Representation
  1. The concept of term limits for politicians is important to prevent career politicians from holding office indefinitely.
  2. The legislative branch of government in the United States has historically ceded power to the judicial and executive branches.
  3. There is a call for more representation diversity in Congress to better serve the interests of the common people.