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Make America a Continent Again

Atlas of Wonders and Monsters • 729 implied HN points • 26 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Commentary Presidential elections Governance National Identity International relations
  1. The word 'America' means different things to different people. In many Spanish-speaking countries, it refers to the whole continent, not just the United States.
  2. Donald Trump's actions and statements about territories like Greenland and the Gulf of Mexico may upset international relationships and suggest a more aggressive stance.
  3. The strong American influence on the continent comes with a responsibility to act as a stabilizing power. If Trump fails to do so, it could affect how Americans are viewed in the rest of the Americas.

American Cities are Squalid

Points And Figures • 1598 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Urban Issues Political parties Government Control Presidential elections
  1. Many American cities are in terrible condition with public transportation smelling like human waste.
  2. The decline in American cities is attributed to Democratic governance and centralized policies.
  3. It's important to actively participate in elections to prevent the rise of policies leading to government control and socialism.
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Nixon, Gore, the paths not taken

America in Crisis • 99 implied HN points • 24 May 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economic Policy Presidential elections Fiscal Responsibility Political theory Government actions
  1. The end of the postwar economy was marked by stagflation due to the end of the gold standard in 1971 and fiscal deficits, impacting inflation and unemployment.
  2. The 1960 election acknowledged the risk of deficits on gold reserves, foreseen by Nixon, while Gore in 2000 aimed to maintain fiscal responsibility and pay down debt from surpluses.
  3. Political decisions from the 1960s to the 2000s reveal a shift in economic policies, with the consequences of deficit spending, tax cuts, and financial instability influencing different presidencies and shaping economic outcomes.

Diss at your peril

A User's Guide to History • 176 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Populism Democratic Party Working Class Political participation Presidential elections
  1. Historical populism was driven not just by economic distress but also by status anxiety and feelings of disdain from urban elites.
  2. The alienation of different demographic groups from the Democratic party led to a shift in political affiliations.
  3. Political participation is not just about policy but also about belonging and feeling respected within a party.

Kremlin Eases Quarantine for Access to Putin as Presidential Elections Approach

Faridaily • 137 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Putin Presidential elections Russia Ukraine Quarantine
  1. The Kremlin has reduced quarantine for meeting Putin to 5 days for the upcoming 2024 presidential election.
  2. Personal meetings with Putin are now extremely significant for the elite, especially during the war in Ukraine.
  3. The relaxation of quarantine measures may be connected to Putin's upcoming presidential campaign in 2024.

Links for February 19-25, 2023 | Americans in most states support legal abortions; New graphs for showing polling uncertainty at PBS; And evidence of economic voting from the 1790s

G. Elliott Morris's Newsletter • 138 implied HN points • 25 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Polling Presidential elections
  1. Majority of Americans, including 40% of Republicans, support legal abortions
  2. Americans prefer government compromise over gridlock, especially regarding debt-ceiling decisions
  3. Historical evidence shows voters have historically punished presidents for poor economic performance

MY FIFTY YEARS WITH DAN ELLSBERG

Seymour Hersh • 107 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Investigative Journalism War reporting Intelligence Presidential elections
  1. Seymour Hersh had a close and impactful relationship with Dan Ellsberg for over 50 years, centered around Vietnam War discussions and shared experiences.
  2. Dan Ellsberg played a crucial role in leaking the Pentagon Papers and exposing White House abuses during the Vietnam War era.
  3. Ellsberg's dedication to truth and exposing secret operations, even at personal risk, left a lasting impact on those around him.

A possible political resolution for our secular cycle crisis

America in Crisis • 39 implied HN points • 28 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political theory Political Evolution Political Realignment Presidential elections
  1. The current political situation in the US could lead to a resolution of the secular cycle crisis involving a shift in political dynamics.
  2. Past political frameworks and party dynamics, such as Reagan's three-legged stool, influence the current landscape and potential future political paths.
  3. The potential for a Democratic dispensation in response to the MAGA movement could bring about political realignment and potentially resolve the excess elite problem inherent in the system.

Macro America Great Again

Some Unpleasant Arithmetic • 8 implied HN points • 28 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Trade policy Tariffs Economics Presidential elections Inflation
  1. Tariffs are taxes on imports that can increase prices for consumers. When companies bring products from abroad, they pay these taxes when the goods arrive in the country.
  2. The concept of comparative advantage suggests that countries should specialize in what they do best. This means countries can save money and resources by trading instead of trying to produce everything themselves.
  3. Using tariffs can lead to higher prices and less efficiency in production. This approach can disrupt supply chains and hurt the overall economy, making things more expensive for everyone.

POTUS, SCOTUS, and the Danger of Normalcy Bias

JoeWrote • 20 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democracy Supreme Court Political Bias Political parties Presidential elections
  1. The Republican Party is not normal, and it's crucial to stop pretending that it is.
  2. Normalcy Bias is a significant societal issue, leading to a lack of action in recognizing and addressing threats, particularly from the Republican Party.
  3. The GOP has never been a 'normal' party, historically filled with fascism, racism, and a desire for Christian theocracy, and it's unlikely to change even with shifts in leadership.

Mostly useless

Klement on Investing • 2 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Presidential elections Stock Market Political Leaders
  1. Presidents don't significantly impact stock market performance. Reports suggesting otherwise are based on random data patterns.
  2. Analyses show that on average, Democrats outperform Republicans in terms of stock market returns, with exceptions due to external shocks like economic crises.
  3. The study by Yosef Bonaparte attempts to measure a President's stock market impact excluding external macro shocks, but results show overall uncertainty.

Pence vs. Pete

IMPORTANTVILLE • 0 implied HN points • 16 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Figures Presidential elections Legislation Senate
  1. If Mike Pence runs for president in 2024, it would be a significant moment in Hoosier history.
  2. There is a longstanding feud between Mike Pence and Pete Buttigieg, with recent remarks reigniting the tension.
  3. Republican Sen. Todd Young has had a big week, with notable accomplishments in repealing authorizations for military force and meeting with federal officials.