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Why Biden failed

Silver Bulletin • 1209 implied HN points • 20 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Analysis Public Opinion Presidential History Policy Issues
  1. Biden faced huge challenges from the pandemic, his age, and a divided Democratic Party. These factors made it hard for him to keep his promises to the voters.
  2. His approach to tackling multiple crises at once hurt his effectiveness. Instead of focusing on solving one problem, he tried to handle everything, which didn't work out well.
  3. Despite being popular when he started, Biden's approval ratings dropped as various issues like inflation and crime grew. His age also became a concern for many voters.

Make America Great Again

Disaffected Newsletter • 2657 implied HN points • 14 Jul 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political parties Public Opinion Political Debate Policy Issues
  1. The author has experienced a change in perspective about Trump, moving from dislike to enthusiastic support. It's okay for people's views to evolve over time.
  2. There is a strong feeling that it's essential not to let Democrats stay in power, as it may lead to negative outcomes. Many feel passionately about political responsibility in this context.
  3. Despite acknowledging Trump's flaws, there is admiration for his courage and defiance. Many appreciate leaders who stand strong and fight for their beliefs.

Democrats Still Aren’t Listening. Texan Sheriffs vs. Mexican Cartels. Plus. . .

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1669 implied HN points • 19 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political Analysis Policy Issues Legislation Government
  1. Many Democrats are struggling to understand why they lost support from working-class Americans. It's important for them to reconsider their focus on cultural issues that many voters see as distractions.
  2. In Texas, local sheriffs like Roy Boyd are actively fighting against drug cartels and human smuggling. Their creative approaches, like launching specific task forces, are showing real results.
  3. President-elect Trump is suing pollsters after they predicted a different outcome in Iowa. This may be part of a larger strategy to challenge media and regulatory norms around political speech.

New head of children's services investigates ‘growing trend’ in home education

NN Journal • 218 implied HN points • 11 Oct 24
🚌 Education Policy Issues Community Response
  1. More families are choosing to homeschool their kids, with a big increase in the number of children learning at home. This is being noticed especially in the North area, where the rate is one of the highest in the country.
  2. The council is looking into why so many parents are withdrawing their children from schools, especially to see if kids with special needs are affected. They want to understand if families feel their children's needs aren’t being met in traditional schools.
  3. Covid-19 seems to have pushed more parents to consider home education as a safer option for their children. The local children's services are now focusing on addressing this situation.

Top Links 599 Growing and shrinking counties. Low electricity prices matter. Starmer's epistemic issue. Why America's federal firearms bureau runs on paper.

Chartbook • 429 implied HN points • 26 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Issues Government Agencies Political Analysis Public Opinion
  1. Some counties are growing while others are shrinking. This can impact local economies and the job market.
  2. Low electricity prices can be very important for businesses and residents. They can make a big difference in a region's overall financial health.
  3. There's an issue with how the federal firearms bureau in America operates, as it relies on paper rather than modern systems. This could affect efficiency and transparency.
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Body as a shell

Your Local Epidemiologist • 4557 implied HN points • 15 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Epidemiology Health Education Policy Issues Science communication
  1. RFK Jr. has been picked to lead the Health and Human Services, which worries many public health professionals. They feel this could undermine efforts to improve public health.
  2. There is a strong concern that misinformation will spread, leading people to make poor health decisions. The fear is that lies can spread faster than the truth.
  3. Despite feelings of exhaustion and frustration, public health workers remain committed to fighting misinformation. They believe it's important to keep providing accurate information to help people make informed choices.

Between Trump Terms, Biden Quietly Killed Public Health

OK Doomer • 146 implied HN points • 01 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Policy Issues Government Action Pandemic response Health care
  1. The end of the mask mandate on planes showed how quickly people were ready to celebrate personal freedoms, even if it worried others. Many people seemed to ignore the health risks involved.
  2. After a period of silence on health issues, some writers are now blaming past leaders for future health crises. This shift indicates a potential return of public focus on health threats.
  3. There’s a growing concern about how health policies are being handled between different administrations. The decisions made can have long-lasting effects on public health and safety.

New! The 'Women's Rights Party' is now up and running in New Zealand.

A B’Old Woman • 799 implied HN points • 16 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political parties Women's Rights Membership Policy Issues
  1. A new political group called the 'Women's Rights Party' has been formed in New Zealand. This party aims to focus solely on women's issues after feeling let down by existing political parties.
  2. The founders, including Jill Ovens and Dawn Trenberth, have experience in politics but are now dedicated to advocating for women's rights directly. They hope to gather enough members to register the party before the upcoming election.
  3. The party plans to promote clear policies that address a wide range of women's needs. They believe that by becoming a political party, they can have a stronger voice and presence in political discussions.

The *Actual* Day After

Gideon's Substack • 40 implied HN points • 06 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political parties Voter Behavior Policy Issues Political strategy
  1. Trump was seen as the likely Republican nominee early on, and once he was nominated, it seemed he would have a good chance of winning the presidency again. Many factors, including Biden's unpopularity, contributed to this belief.
  2. The recent election showed a strong shift to the right in voter preferences across many demographics, including young people and various minority groups. This indicates widespread dissatisfaction with the current state of leadership and policies.
  3. Democrats need to acknowledge the reasons behind the election results and work on offering solutions and fresh ideas, rather than just trying to reverse the outcome. It's essential to fill the gaps in governance and connect with the voters' concerns.

Nyhetsbrev steigan.no 02.12.2024

steigan.no • 6 implied HN points • 02 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political strategy Election Analysis Public Opinion Policy Issues
  1. Trond Giske's recent nomination victory in the Labor Party shows serious issues within the party's leadership. People are frustrated and feel that the leaders are out of touch.
  2. There's a big debate about electricity support in Norway. Many wealthy people are benefiting, and the support system might not last due to political pressures.
  3. Kenya is trying to balance its ties with both Western powers and countries like China and Russia. This balancing act has benefits but also risks for their own stability and interests.

Nyhetsbrev steigan.no 05.12.2024

steigan.no • 5 implied HN points • 05 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Issues Political Scandals Elections International relations Military Affairs
  1. Studies show that vaccinated Irish children experienced heart issues after getting COVID vaccines. This has raised concerns among researchers about the vaccines' safety for children.
  2. In South Korea, the president declared martial law in response to political opposition, but it was reversed shortly after due to parliamentary pushback. This shows instability in the political climate.
  3. Q-Meieriene has halted its use of methane inhibitors in milk production due to low consumer demand. This indicates the challenges of implementing new environmental practices in agriculture.

The $1M COVID vaccine debate is now fully funded

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 15 implied HN points • 31 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccine debate Public Health Policy Issues Crisis Management Medical Ethics
  1. A $1 million debate about the COVID vaccine has been funded by two people, each putting up $500,000. The winner will take all the money.
  2. The debate is focused on whether the COVID vaccine caused more deaths than it saved. This topic has generated a lot of discussion and disagreement.
  3. The debate will have impartial judges and be mostly written, with possible live-streaming. It's seen as a chance to settle a big issue with serious financial stakes.

Australian excess deaths are highly correlated with the number of booster vaccinations

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 10 implied HN points • 05 Dec 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccinations Public Health Epidemiology Medical Research Policy Issues
  1. More booster shots lead to more excess deaths. It suggests a possible risk factor with the vaccines.
  2. There seems to be a link between more vaccines and increased COVID cases. This raises questions about their effectiveness.
  3. The study indicates serious concerns about the safety of vaccines, suggesting that some people may have been harmed significantly.

Deal: The Siberian Tiger and the Panda Hug

Dr. Pippa's Pen & Podcast • 32 implied HN points • 20 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Foreign Relations Election Strategy Policy Issues Leadership National Security
  1. The White House and China struck a deal due to concerns about President Biden's health and potential challengers.
  2. Biden's administration seeks a better running mate, like Newsom, given Vice President Harris' low approval ratings.
  3. The White House aims to resolve issues like Ukraine and Israel wars to garner support amidst upcoming elections.