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Liz Truss is right – Britain has become more left-wing

Comment is Freed • 110 implied HN points • 21 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Public Opinion Welfare Media influence
  1. The British public has shifted towards more left-wing views over the years based on surveys and data
  2. There has been a significant increase in support for government responsibility in areas like reducing income differences and providing a decent standard of living for the unemployed
  3. There is a noticeable change in attitude towards welfare recipients, with more people believing that many who receive benefits deserve help

#16 - A "Cautious Coalition" of Democracies: What Grand Strategy for AI Safety? + Sycophancy

Navigating AI Risks • 39 implied HN points • 07 Dec 23
🕹 Technology AI Policy Public Opinion Global Governance Industry
  1. The idea that democracies should be in control of transformative AI over authoritarian states like China is well-grounded.
  2. A 'cautious coalition' strategy suggests that democracies should lead in AI to reduce risks associated with states that do not regulate AI for safety.
  3. It is important for democratic governments to balance the desire to maintain AI lead with global governance arrangements that involve all key players, including China and other autocracies.

The Woke Have Won, and Decisively.

Hold That Thought by Sarah Haider • 157 implied HN points • 29 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social Issues Political Ideology Media influence Cultural Institutions Public Opinion
  1. The phenomenon of 'wokeism' has similarities to religion and has captured cultural and sense-making institutions.
  2. Wokeism has succeeded by neutralizing liberals and exploiting social dynamics to crush dissent.
  3. Understanding that the 'woke' have decisively won cultural institutions is essential in fighting against this phenomenon.

February 9, 2024

Letters from an American • 14 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Investigations Media Coverage Public Opinion
  1. Special Counsel Robert Hur did not find any criminal charges warranted against President Biden regarding handling of classified documents.
  2. The media focused more on Hur's insinuations about Biden's age and memory rather than the main finding of no criminality.
  3. Historically, investigations have been weaponized by politicians to smear opponents, influencing public opinion through media coverage.

An Ideological Reservoir Plagues the American Electorate

Study Marry Kill • 157 implied HN points • 02 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics History Society Elections Presidents Public Opinion
  1. Different public reactions to personal scandals of political figures highlight shifts in American electorate ideologies.
  2. Charisma and voter focus on fulfilling objectives can overshadow shocking behavior in political leaders.
  3. The comparison between Jimmy Carter and Donald Trump exemplifies an ideological divide impacting how politicians are perceived by the American public.
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Old Sturbridge Pillage

Worcester Sucks and I Love It • 157 implied HN points • 03 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Government Law Public Opinion Legislation
  1. The main focus was the approval of an unpopular and morally unjustifiable charter school by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.
  2. Despite clear opposition, the board approved the school by ignoring public input and critical issues within the proposal.
  3. Efforts are being made to address the financial and ethical problems of the charter school proposal through inquiries by state agencies and potential changes in legislation.

Former 60 Minutes correspondent Lara Logan drops a bombshell on VSRF

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 15 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics COVID-19 Vaccines Health Risks Public Opinion
  1. Lara Logan knows 20 people who died from the COVID vaccine but only 1 who died from the COVID virus.
  2. There are only two possibilities: the vaccine killed at least 5X as many people as the virus, or Lara is lying.
  3. Poisson distributions never lie - if there are such extreme statistics, there's something to be questioned about vaccine safety.

Artificial intelligence and "big data" cannot replace public opinion polls | #213 - April 10, 2023

G. Elliott Morris's Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 10 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Polling Public Opinion Data science Political Analysis Social Trends
  1. Artificial intelligence and big data cannot fully replace public opinion polls, as they rely on polls for calibration and may not be as reliable for all groups.
  2. Changes in polling methods, like switching from phone to online surveys, can impact results, highlighting the importance of consistency over time.
  3. Studies show genuine change in attitudes, like increasing racial liberalism, but also caution against biases affecting survey responses.

Misuse of Power

Comment is Freed • 106 implied HN points • 22 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Bullying Public Opinion
  1. Dominic Raab's resignation may not be significant due to the limited role of Deputy Prime Ministers in the British system.
  2. Raab's behavior and reputation revealed more about the culture of Westminster than his actual actions.
  3. The public's perception of politicians is generally low, making scandals like Raab's unlikely to drastically change voting preferences.

Have You Lost a Loved One to Propaganda? It’s Not Too Late

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 79 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Propaganda Media influence Government Influence Public Opinion
  1. Propaganda is still prevalent today, disguised as PR, marketing, news media, and entertainment, influencing society without people realizing it.
  2. Many individuals, even with a basic understanding of faults in mainstream ideology, can fall prey to propaganda due to constant exposure from sources like TV networks.
  3. It's crucial to help loved ones find their way out of propaganda's grasp by engaging in rational discourse and providing alternate perspectives.

Opinion: Killing Right to Repair Bills is Money Well Spent For Corporations

Fight to Repair • 118 implied HN points • 14 Nov 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Lobbying Corporate Influence Public Opinion
  1. Follow the money: Corporations spend heavily on lobbying and campaign donations to prevent right to repair bills from impacting their profits.
  2. Anti-repair lobbying impact: Companies like Apple invest in lobbying efforts to circumvent potential losses from repair laws, highlighting the power of money in shaping legislation.
  3. Persistence pays off: Despite corporate lobbying, the right to repair movement has achieved victories in some states, showcasing the importance of popular support and legislative perseverance.

America Needs a Sludge Czar

The Elbow • 39 implied HN points • 09 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Regulation Government Policy Public Opinion Political Commentary
  1. Sludge refers to annoying and cumbersome processes that can have significant psychological and economic impacts.
  2. A Sludge Czar is proposed as a solution to tackle sludge issues and increase public awareness.
  3. The Sludge Czar would aim to address various everyday inconveniences like waiting on hold for customer service and dealing with unnecessary paperwork.

Family faces 18th parole hearing for killer of Frank Carlson, asks for public's help

Gotham by Susan Dyer Reynolds • 39 implied HN points • 13 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Advocacy Legal system Public Opinion
  1. A family has been fighting for justice for nearly five decades after a brutal murder and torture.
  2. Despite a guilty verdict and a death sentence, the killer has been eligible for parole, facing multiple hearings.
  3. The family and the public continue to seek support to keep the killer behind bars through public comments and letters to the parole board.

SFMTA moves forward with Valencia Street center bike lane despite 13% approval rating

Gotham by Susan Dyer Reynolds • 19 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transportation Public Opinion Advocacy Community Engagement
  1. SFMTA is proceeding with a center bike lane on Valencia Street despite low public support.
  2. Many survey respondents prefer an alternative bike lane design along the curb.
  3. Concerns include inadequate protection for cyclists, lack of enforcement, and impact on businesses.

The Illusion of Political Support

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 09 Dec 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Social media Political Influence Public Opinion Misinformation
  1. The illusion of political support can be created through media focus and online bots, making bad ideas seem more popular and widely accepted than they actually are.
  2. This illusion gives politicians false confidence to push forward with unpopular ideas and makes it harder for opponents to gain traction in debates and rallies.
  3. It's vital to do your own research and not rely solely on online or media perceptions of political support to make informed decisions, especially during voting.