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2023 Was the Year Cities Sued — And Won

The New Urban Order • 59 implied HN points • 07 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Urbanism Policies Litigation Environment
  1. Cities are increasingly using litigation to address problems that policies can't solve.
  2. City legal departments are evolving from being slow and conservative to actively participating in affirmative litigation.
  3. Cities are winning lawsuits against companies like Kia, Hyundai, Big Oil, and 3M for issues like car theft, climate change, and pollution.

BREAKING NEWS: Donald Trump Now Leading Candidate to Become Next Speaker of the House, Likely to Use Role to Impeach Biden and Obstruct His Own Pending Civil and Criminal Cases

Proof • 77 implied HN points • 06 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Impeachment Legislation Policies
  1. Donald Trump was considered a top candidate for Speaker of the House, planning to use the role to impeach Biden and obstruct pending cases.
  2. Trump's late-breaking decision to endorse Jim Jordan instead of running himself increased the likelihood of Jordan becoming Speaker.
  3. There is concern that a Trump speakership could lead to economic turmoil, interference in Biden's administration, and potential obstruction of justice in Trump's legal cases.

The Decline of American Competence

The Cosmopolitan Globalist • 10 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crisis Government Policies Public Discourse Elections
  1. American history since the turn of the century has shown a trend of staggering incompetence, leading to catastrophic consequences.
  2. There has been a significant breakdown in competence in the United States, as highlighted by various failures like the Iowa caucuses debacle and other fiascos.
  3. The impact of this decline in American competence can be seen in events such as the mishandling of the pandemic and failures in areas like election design, intelligence assessment, and financial risk evaluation.

I Wonder Why Republicans Keep Having Candidate Quality Problems

I Might Be Wrong • 5 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Candidates Republican party Policies
  1. Republicans are facing candidate quality problems, potentially due to extreme views and controversial behaviors of some nominees.
  2. The rise of hard-right movement conservatives and the influence of Trump have contributed to a GOP base that is disconnected from reality.
  3. Endorsing candidates who align with Trump's views, particularly on the 2020 election, has led to a trend of endorsing controversial figures within the Republican party.
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Letters from an American • 11 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economy Legislation Policies Republicans Media
  1. The U.S. economy experienced significant growth compared to other G7 nations, showcasing the effectiveness of demand-side economic policies embraced by Democrats.
  2. Democrats passed popular economic measures like the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act without much Republican support, leading to a shift in Republican attitudes towards these policies.
  3. Republicans are facing challenges due to their focus on obstructionism, loyalty to extreme views, and a disconnect between right-wing media influencers and governing efforts.

Macron Is a Cursed Leader

Integrity Talk • 33 implied HN points • 13 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Government Criticism Policies Extremism Democracy
  1. In France, criticism of President Macron reflects a deeply-rooted tradition of attacking leaders, and Macron has faced intense hatred that seems unprecedented compared to past presidents.
  2. Macron's administration faces criticism for perceived authoritarianism and elitism, although many accusations lack substantial evidence when examined closely.
  3. Opposition towards Macron appears to be concentrated in specific political factions or geographic areas, with varying degrees of intensity, while internationally his politics are generally supported.

The NYT Publishes Falsehood by Former Biden Covid Coordinator About UK Vaccine Policy

Silent Lunch, The David Zweig Newsletter • 36 implied HN points • 17 Sep 23
📰 News COVID-19 Media Policies US Politics Health
  1. A former White House official made a false statement about UK vaccine policy, leading to misleading context in the article.
  2. The CDC's broad COVID vaccine recommendation faced opposition from public health professionals, unlike more tailored plans in other countries.
  3. The NYT has been accused of amplifying extreme CDC policies without proper investigation or context with other countries' approaches.

Messianic Onlineism and the Spirit of '16

Zero HP Lovecraft • 25 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideology Leadership Online Culture Election Policies
  1. The spirit of '16 represents a right-revolutionary consciousness poised to challenge and change the prevailing leftist ideologies.
  2. Emancipation and feel-good vibes shaped the spirit of '68, while the spirit of '16 confronts uncomfortable realities and 'hate facts' for necessary change.
  3. Messianic Onlineism reflects a passive online culture jumping from savior to savior, with Donald Trump as a central figure embodying the spirit of '16.

Time to Update My Stereotypes About Democrats and Republicans

I Might Be Wrong • 3 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Parties Election Policies Candidates Political Analysis
  1. Parties like Democrats and Republicans are changing their stereotypical behaviors.
  2. Republicans chose Trump as their candidate despite indications another option might fare better, while Democrats contemplate replacing Biden for a stronger chance of success.
  3. Republicans seem to have become more populist, while Democrats are focusing on strategic choices.

A Messenger from the Past

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 9 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Newspapers Publications Revenue Policies
  1. The Messenger online news site failed due to lack of viable business model and inability to monetize traffic.
  2. The Washington Post is facing financial struggles and losing traffic, possibly due to heavy focus on anti-Trump content.
  3. Politico has succeeded by focusing on politics and policy from an establishment perspective, offering privileged information to subscribers.

Crowded, Diverse Republican Presidential Field Expands

The Newsguy -- Steve Herman • 39 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Candidates Debates Policies Political Dynamics
  1. More than a dozen Republican candidates are gearing up to challenge President Biden in the upcoming election.
  2. Former President Trump remains a prominent figure in the Republican field despite facing legal challenges.
  3. The Republican primary race is diverse, with candidates like Nikki Haley, Tim Scott, and Francis Suarez entering the fray.

Finnish News Recap, Week 26: Nazi Drama Continues edition

Ahpocalypse Now • 19 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Government International relations Policies Foreign affairs Political Events
  1. Controversial Finnish Minister resigned due to Nazi joke scandal and controversial comments, facing backlash internationally
  2. Festival in Finland revoked VIP tickets of a party MP for transphobic comments, sparking debate on culture wars and cancel culture
  3. Other Finns Party ministers under scrutiny for past hostile comments, as Pride March in Helsinki draws large crowd and Joe Biden plans visit to Finland

Where I stand on libertarianism

In My Tribe • 1 HN point • 12 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideologies Values Policies Government Discrimination
  1. Favorite libertarian policies include school choice, free trade, small government, deregulation, and women's choice on abortion.
  2. Issues where the author disagrees with libertarian views are total passivity in foreign policy, open borders, privatization of security, drug legalization, and taking order for granted.
  3. The author has mixed views on non-profits and discrimination, leaning towards skepticism of non-profits and preferring a focus on treating people as individuals.

The politicization of Peloton

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 99 implied HN points • 16 Oct 20
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Culture Policies Identity Social Issues Activism
  1. Peloton's culture has become politicized, sparking debates among users and instructors.
  2. Peloton represents a microcosm of America, reflecting social issues and political tensions within its user base.
  3. The company walks a thin line by adopting progressive policies while trying to maintain an image of neutrality, leading to conflicts among its users.

Minister Sean Fraser is outshining his master.

Michelle Rempel Garner • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Policies Leadership Crisis Immigration
  1. Minister Sean Fraser is being seen as outshining Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, causing potential political tensions.
  2. Mr. Fraser made decisions in the immigration sector that worsened existing problems, leading to a policy disaster.
  3. Fraser overlooked warnings about the housing market's inability to handle increased immigration levels, resulting in widespread homelessness and questioning of Canada's immigration consensus.

Trump's Space Farce Is Enforcement Of Starlink's Digital Prison.

C.O.P. Central Organizing Principle. • 0 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policies Space Exploration Government Surveillance National Defense
  1. The series 'Space Force' aims to justify the Space Force program under the facade of defending civilian scientific research.
  2. Starlink, a space-based satellite system, serves as a digital prison controlled by the Pentagon and Elon Musk.
  3. Cell phones are disguised digital prisons that allow for surveillance and potentially harmful targeted attacks.

Work and Mental Health: Challenges and Opportunities

Psych • 0 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Work Interventions Research Policies
  1. Mental health issues are common in the workplace and have significant costs for individuals, employers, and society.
  2. The relationship between work and mental health is complex and requires more research and inclusive approaches.
  3. It's crucial to examine working conditions and their impact on mental disorders to promote mental health among workers.

Primary Election 2024: Libertarian ballot

The Charlotte Ledger • 0 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Candidates Parties Government Policies
  1. The post provides information about the races on the Libertarian ballot in Mecklenburg County for the 2024 primary election, including N.C. governor and a presidential primary.
  2. Two candidates on the Libertarian ballot for N.C. governor are Shannon Bray, advocating for various issues like affordable healthcare and ranked choice voting, and Mike Ross, focusing on transparent government and free-market education.
  3. The Charlotte Ledger presents election information for free, with no ads, supported by Charlotte Ledger members, and offers options for free or paid memberships to access local newsletters.

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.

The problem with R-targeting

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 20 Jan 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Epidemiology Policies Masks Vaccines
  1. Targeting reproduction numbers (R) in epidemics is common, but focusing on the average R can be misleading because individual variances matter.
  2. Policies like lockdowns and screening programs can be more effective in reducing both average R and its variance, making them reliable indicators of success.
  3. Understanding how policies impact the variance of R is crucial to ensuring sustained mitigation of outbreaks and keeping case numbers down.

The Slovakian model

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 20 Nov 20
🏥 Health Politics Government Response Policies Public Health
  1. Slovakia implemented mass testing using rapid antigen tests to control an outbreak, which helped identify cases quickly and turn the situation around.
  2. The testing in Slovakia was voluntary but supported by strict isolation measures and fines for non-compliance, leading to successful results and an easing of restrictions.
  3. The success of mass testing in Slovakia serves as an example for other regions to consider in their efforts to combat the pandemic.

Vaccine Week: A final worry

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 18 Sep 20
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Health Issues Policies Prevention
  1. Vaccines may have unintended consequences such as creating more health issues if not distributed carefully.
  2. There's a risk that a fast and widespread distribution of a 'leaky' vaccine could lead to the acceleration of virulence in viruses.
  3. It's crucial to thoroughly research and understand the potential risks associated with Covid-19 vaccines to avoid unexpected outcomes.

Hey Apple! Apple’s App Store Controversies

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 20 Jun 20
🕹 Technology App Store Policies Economics Antitrust Developers
  1. Apple's App Store policies regarding in-app purchases have sparked controversy, with Hey.com's app being halted for not offering in-app subscription purchases and wanting to avoid Apple's fees.
  2. Apple's 30 percent revenue cut from in-app purchases is seen as a form of price discrimination that could potentially lower iPhone prices by redistributing costs.
  3. Concerns have been raised about developers' fear of publicly criticizing Apple's rules, highlighting a potential issue of stifled voice that should be addressed for a healthy ecosystem.