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donald-trump
www.nytimes.com
5 days ago
US news

Trump Amps Up Hannibal Lecter' Reference in Comments About Migrants

Former President Trump compares migrants to Hannibal Lecter to stoke anger and fear over migration, aiming to influence the upcoming election. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Trump accused of election fraud in hush money trial DW 04/23/2024

Donald Trump faced court on allegations of illegally influencing the 2016 election by paying hush money to Stormy Daniels. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

Trump Rekindles Relationships With Key 2016 Donors

Trump met with key donors including Mercer family and others for fundraising support.
The Mercers, who strongly backed Trump in 2016, are rekindling their support through fundraising efforts. [ more ]
moredonald-trump
young-voters
www.nytimes.com
4 days ago
US news

R.F.K. Jr. Is 2024's X Factor, New Polls Show, Fueled by Young Voters and Social Media

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is polling strongly with around 10% support from registered voters, potentially influencing the 2024 election by sapping votes from both President Biden and former President Trump. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 days ago
Left-wing politics

Biden's Weakness With Young Voters Isn't About Gaza

Young Americans prioritize other issues over the Israel-Hamas war in elections. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

South Korea's April 10 Election: What's at Stake for the Crypto Universe

Crypto plays a significant role in South Korea's upcoming election, possibly influencing the outcome.
Young voters and the crypto ecosystem are pivotal factors in the election dynamics.
The previous presidential election was decided by a very narrow margin. [ more ]
moreyoung-voters
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

Trump Again, and Repeatedly, Denounces Jews Who Support Biden

Former President Trump criticized American Jews supporting President Biden, questioning their faith and loyalty. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 week ago
US news

RFK Jr. says doctors found a dead worm in his brain

The presidential candidate faced undisclosed health issues, including a parasite in his brain. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
OMG science

India elections: Why is no one talking about climate change? DW 05/09/2024

Climate change is shaping Indian politics but not necessarily labeled as 'climate change'. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

MSNBC Host: Saudis, Russia Conspiring On High Gas Prices To Hurt Biden, Help Their Bestie Bestie Best' Trump Win Election

President Biden is not to blame for high gas prices according to MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle and her guests. [ more ]
Social Media Today
1 month ago
Marketing

Microsoft Reports Increase in China-Based Influence Activity, Which May Not Bode Well for TikTok

Deceptive social media accounts linked to CCP are engaging in divisive tactics to understand and influence U.S. voters.
Topics such as the Kentucky train derailment, Maui wildfires, Japanese nuclear wastewater, drug use, immigration policies, and racial issues are used to create discord. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

Border security is swaying some California Democrats - and could sway control of Congress

Republican strategy to leverage immigration as a key issue for the November election could impact the Biden-Trump rematch.
Biden's shift towards stricter border policies is partly in response to Republican pressure and internal party dynamics. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

California Assembly, Senate Democrats turned primary races into fight over party's future

Interest groups heavily influenced 6th District race in Sacramento Assembly.
Top-two primary system in California allows competition between different wings of the Democratic Party. [ more ]
Mission Local
1 month ago
Mission District

Meet the District 5 candidates: Tell us about your campaign funds?

Money and endorsements play a significant role in influencing elections.
Candidates receive financial support from various committees and prominent individuals. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe news

From patriotic films to youth festivals: the 1bn push to get vote out for Putin

Putin's administration has spent nearly 1 billion to shape public opinion and boost turnout for the upcoming polls in Russia.
Kremlin has funded a network of NGOs, media companies, and events to support Putin's agenda and ensure a favorable election outcome. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

UK election may be rigged using AI deepfakes, home secretary warns

Adversaries may use deepfake videos to influence elections
Regulation and legislation are crucial in addressing deepfake challenges [ more ]
sfist.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

A Guide to Your March 5th SF Ballot Measures, Which London Breed's Fingerprints Are All Over

Mayor London Breed's reelection campaign is heavily involved in local San Francisco ballot measures.
Breed has withdrawn support for some measures like Prop A for affordable housing bonds. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 months ago
World news

What's behind North Korea's increasing belligerence? DW 01/08/2024

North Korea has conducted live-fire artillery exercises near South Korean islands, signaling potential aggression and tension on the Korean Peninsula in 2024.
Analysts predict that North Korea may use military threats to influence the outcome of the upcoming South Korean legislative elections and weaken the government of President Yoon Suk-yeol. [ more ]
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