The hottest Political Movements Substack posts right now

Discussions about race and IQ often lead to the clash between differing ideologies, with individuals having strong motivations underlying their beliefs and interpretations.
Accepting group differences doesn't rigidly determine an individual's political views; people can have diverse perspectives, even if they agree on certain facts.
Implementing ideological changes in society often involves motivating individuals based on a larger vision or political agenda, rather than directly debating opposing beliefs.

Political movements need a compelling narrative to be successful.
Many societal problems are caused by privileging the old over the young.
Anti-gerontocracy movement aims to dismantle age privilege and advocate for policies benefiting the young.

Guatemala recently experienced a successful pro-democracy movement against a corrupt political establishment.
A largely-indigenous grassroots movement mobilized to demand respect for their votes and succeeded in getting the new president sworn in.
The international community largely overlooked Guatemala's impressive defense of democracy, pointing to various reasons like lack of attention and conflicting support from different political factions.

The battle for American democracy is crucial, especially considering the attempt to steal the election and the impact on democratic values.
Coverage of US elections in the UK tends to be detached and skeptical, hindering a clear understanding of the situation and its implications.
Europe is unprepared to handle the implications of a rogue US leader, showcasing its reliance on American leadership and raising questions about Europe's ability to uphold its values independently.

One individual obtaining just 37 Electoral College votes could potentially trigger major political changes in the US, like a new party system or a contingent election.
A contingent election, where the House votes state by state for President and the Senate chooses the Vice President, could be a real possibility if no candidate secures 270 Electoral College votes.
The political landscape in the US is evolving rapidly with the emergence of a third significant candidate and the potential for significant shifts in party dynamics, like the formation of a 7th Party System.

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The purpose of Symposium is to encourage different ways of thinking about liberalism and politics.
Symposium aims to break through traditional categories and find common ground among liberals.
Changing how people think is crucial for intellectual progress and political change.

Historically, political movements led by children have often ended in failure.
Examples like the Children's Crusades and Joan of Arc show the challenges of kid-led movements.
It's important to be cautious and critical when children are used in political leverage.

Some individuals use humanitarian causes to hide their rage.
Anger-driven individuals can drive away potential supporters of progressive causes.
Progressive movements need people who are angry about injustices but can control their anger.