The hottest Presidential elections Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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Top U.S. Politics Topics
Points And Figures β€’ 1598 implied HN points β€’ 17 Jan 24
  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.
A User's Guide to History β€’ 176 implied HN points β€’ 08 Feb 24
  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.
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JoeWrote β€’ 20 implied HN points β€’ 12 Mar 24
  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.
Faridaily β€’ 137 implied HN points β€’ 31 Oct 23
  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.
G. Elliott Morris's Newsletter β€’ 137 implied HN points β€’ 25 Feb 23
  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
Seymour Hersh β€’ 107 implied HN points β€’ 08 Mar 23
  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.
Klement on Investing β€’ 2 implied HN points β€’ 01 Mar 24
  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.
IMPORTANTVILLE β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 16 Mar 23
  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.