The hottest Political media Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
Category
Top U.S. Politics Topics

Right wing creators are dominating L.A. protest coverage

Taylor Lorenz's Newsletter • 1761 implied HN points • 11 Jun 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political media Right-wing Protests Social media Technology
  1. Right wing creators are playing a big role in covering protests in Los Angeles. They're shaping how these events are viewed and discussed online.
  2. Elon Musk recently had a falling out with Trump after supporting him for a long time. Musk's relationship with the MAGA movement is now uncertain.
  3. The break between Musk and Trump shows how tech and politics can conflict, highlighting the changing dynamics in these worlds.

Interview With Tucker Carlson: Looking Back on Eight Years of Political Mysteries

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 7472 implied HN points • 27 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political media Investigative Journalism Trump Era Political Analysis
  1. There are new investigations into important issues like intelligence activities and the origins of Covid, which could bring new information to light.
  2. The changing media landscape is becoming more significant, especially with the decline of traditional news outlets, creating space for alternative voices.
  3. The conversation also touched on a range of political topics, indicating a sense of curiosity and hope for uncovering the truth in the coming years.

Election Countdown, One More Day and a Wake-Up: Now It's Up to Us.

Breaking the News • 1654 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political parties Voting Rights Political Campaigns Political media
  1. Donald Trump is expected to claim victory no matter the outcome of the election, potentially creating confusion and controversy. The media needs to be ready to respond to these claims.
  2. There are concerning signs about Trump's mental state, which could greatly impact his actions and decisions if he were to regain power. Observers worry about his erratic behavior and how it may affect his campaign.
  3. Regardless of the election results, there will be important conversations about how media covers political events and the narratives that emerge from this election cycle.

Why Harris Lost Uninformed Voters

The Discourse Lounge • 987 implied HN points • 11 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political media Voter Behavior Partisan Politics Social media Election Campaigns
  1. The way people get their news has changed a lot. Now, many young people rely on social media for their information, which can create a divide in opinions.
  2. Republicans have cleverly used social media to spread their messages and appeal to specific demographics, especially young men and women.
  3. Democrats need to adapt their strategies to this new media landscape because just stating facts isn't swaying voters like it used to.

the bonfire of media (and political) vanities

bad cattitude • 320 implied HN points • 28 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political media Elections Political Campaigns Public Opinion Political Analysis
  1. Social media is changing how we view politics. People want to see candidates' real personalities rather than just scripted answers.
  2. Candidates like Kamala Harris are struggling to connect with voters because old political tactics are failing. In contrast, Trump’s casual and humorous approach is gaining attention.
  3. Voters are more interested in genuine discussions than traditional media formats. They want candidates to show their true selves and provide real answers.
Get a weekly roundup of the best Substack posts, by hacker news affinity:

What did the GOP--and Trump--know about Matt Schlapp's alleged male-on-male sexual misconduct?

The Signorile Report • 919 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Scandal Sexual misconduct Political Events Political media
  1. Rumors surrounded Matt Schlapp for years, suggesting GOP politicians and DC media likely knew about his alleged misconduct.
  2. There are multiple public allegations of unwanted sexual advances by Schlapp that raise questions about who else knew, including GOP leaders and Donald Trump.
  3. The hypocrisy of CPAC's chair, Schlapp, and the culture of covering up rumors and sexual orientation in light of their platform against LGBTQ people are significant issues.

And the winner is Kennedy….

Dr. Pippa's Pen & Podcast • 43 implied HN points • 05 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Candidates Political media Public Opinion Health Policy
  1. Kennedy has created a strong youth movement that affects the presidential race, influencing many young voters to support him and even some to back Trump.
  2. He's successfully brought health issues to the forefront of the political debate, changing how people think about food and health regulations in America.
  3. Kennedy has been given a significant role in a new commission related to presidential assassinations, which could reveal important information about U.S. history and politics.

Joe Biden, liar liar liar

Unreported Truths • 80 implied HN points • 02 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Legislation Political media Campaigns Political Ethics
  1. Joe Biden recently pardoned his son Hunter after promising he wouldn't. This raises questions about his honesty.
  2. The media has often labeled Donald Trump a liar, but they tend to be more lenient when it comes to Biden's false statements.
  3. Biden's actions, like the recent pardon and prior vaccine mandate reversals, suggest he has not been truthful, yet the media continues to frame these events lightly.

DNC Consultants Made Millions on the Harris Campaign. But They Still Can't Afford Mirrors.

JoeWrote • 27 implied HN points • 14 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political parties Consulting Campaigning Political media
  1. Democrats and Republicans are more focused on their own interests than just winning elections. This means they may not take the best actions to help people.
  2. After losing the election, many Democrats blamed others instead of reflecting on their own mistakes. This shows a lack of accountability in the party.
  3. Building independent political power for working-class communities is needed because relying on established parties hasn't worked well. It's time for a change.

On political information

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 22 Oct 11
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Voter Behavior Political media Election Strategy Public Opinion Political Analysis
  1. In any democracy, some voters know more about politics than others. These are known as sophisticated voters and normal voters.
  2. Getting political information has become much easier in recent years. With so many sources available, anyone can find news and analysis about politics.
  3. More people seem to be thinking about politics in strategic ways, like a campaign manager, rather than just reacting to what candidates say. This change might make politics feel more complex and less accessible for everyday voters.

And that, as they say, is what makes a horse race

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 27 Dec 11
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Political media Campaign Strategy Polling Political parties
  1. The media benefits from portraying elections as competitive so they can attract more viewers and advertisers.
  2. Democrats want the GOP primary to appear close so it can weaken resources for the Republican candidates.
  3. Different parties and states involved in the primaries gain advantages and resources when the race seems undecided, even if it really isn't.