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These Berkeley voters share a wall but not politics

The political divide is evident in a Berkeley apartment complex where neighbors are publicly showcasing their differing presidential preferences.
#historical-comparisons
from Axios
1 week ago

Trump's MSG rally draws comparisons to 1939 MSG Nazi event

The rhetoric at Trump's rally drew comparisons to a 1939 pro-Nazi gathering, sparking outrage and deep political divides.
from New York Post
1 month ago

On abortion, Harris fans the flames for electoral gain, fights calming compromise

Kamala Harris aims to abolish the Senate filibuster to secure national abortion rights legislation, reflecting a deep partisan divide.

Trump's MSG rally draws comparisons to 1939 MSG Nazi event

The rhetoric at Trump's rally drew comparisons to a 1939 pro-Nazi gathering, sparking outrage and deep political divides.

On abortion, Harris fans the flames for electoral gain, fights calming compromise

Kamala Harris aims to abolish the Senate filibuster to secure national abortion rights legislation, reflecting a deep partisan divide.
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#public-opinion

Americans split on idea of putting immigrants in militarized "camps"

Public sentiment on undocumented immigrant encampments is sharply divided, with notable differences across political and religious lines.

A divided country agrees: The election is stressing everyone out

Political stress is a common concern among adults in the U.S., transcending party lines.

Public support for equal marriage drops in US for the first time since 2015

Public support for LGBTQ+ rights in the US has fallen for the first time in nearly a decade.
Republican opposition to LGBTQ+ rights has increased, while Democratic support remained stable.

Americans split on idea of putting immigrants in militarized "camps"

Public sentiment on undocumented immigrant encampments is sharply divided, with notable differences across political and religious lines.

A divided country agrees: The election is stressing everyone out

Political stress is a common concern among adults in the U.S., transcending party lines.

Public support for equal marriage drops in US for the first time since 2015

Public support for LGBTQ+ rights in the US has fallen for the first time in nearly a decade.
Republican opposition to LGBTQ+ rights has increased, while Democratic support remained stable.
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#immigration
from Fortune
2 weeks ago
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Election immigration fight could upend Nevada's economy from the desert to the Strip

Immigration is a critical economic factor in states like Nevada, influencing the presidential election and shaping national narratives.

2024 Election Will Define America's Stance on Immigration, with Consequences for Science and Technology

Immigration is a critical election issue, presenting voters with contrasting approaches from Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

Election immigration fight could upend Nevada's economy from the desert to the Strip

Immigration is a critical economic factor in states like Nevada, influencing the presidential election and shaping national narratives.

2024 Election Will Define America's Stance on Immigration, with Consequences for Science and Technology

Immigration is a critical election issue, presenting voters with contrasting approaches from Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
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Lea Thompson slams ex-fiance Dennis Quaid for supporting Trump: 'Stop the stupid'

Lea Thompson criticized ex-fiance Dennis Quaid for supporting Donald Trump, urging voters to back Kamala Harris in the upcoming election.
#republican-party

Republicans Hate Electric Cars, Right? ... Right?

Trump's recent support for EVs shows a shift in rhetoric, but GOP skepticism remains strong.
EV adoption in the U.S. highlights a significant political divide, with blue states leading the way.

No room for compromise': Melania Trump reiterates abortion rights support

Melania Trump publicly supports abortion rights, emphasizing individual freedom, contrasting sharply with her husband's anti-abortion stance.

Republicans Hate Electric Cars, Right? ... Right?

Trump's recent support for EVs shows a shift in rhetoric, but GOP skepticism remains strong.
EV adoption in the U.S. highlights a significant political divide, with blue states leading the way.

No room for compromise': Melania Trump reiterates abortion rights support

Melania Trump publicly supports abortion rights, emphasizing individual freedom, contrasting sharply with her husband's anti-abortion stance.
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Tracking the Far Right in East Germany: Lessons for the United States - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The political divide in Germany, especially in the East, persists 30 years after reunification, with the AfD gaining significant support.
The challenges faced by East Germany in transitioning to a market economy contribute to contemporary political divisions.

Letters: Pleasanton schools

The U.S. was established as a republic to protect minority rights, not as a pure democracy.

Do you know the 3 branches of US government? Many don't, leading to a push for civics education

Many U.S. citizens lack basic civics knowledge, prompting a call for enhanced civics education in colleges to strengthen citizen engagement.

So there was a Trump table outside Sunset Night Market

The Trump campaign's presence at the Sunset Night Market symbolizes the challenges of conservative dialogue in a predominantly liberal San Francisco.

JD Vance says he doesn't like that school shootings are 'a fact of life'

Sen. JD Vance emphasized the need for increased school security, acknowledging that school shootings are an unfortunate reality.
#hostage-crisis

Israel's First Nationwide Strike Begins Over Hostages Amid Deep Political Divisions

A general strike in Israel demonstrates public outrage over the handling of hostages amid deep political divisions.

Discovery of 6 Dead Hostages in Gaza Spurs Protest and Division in Israel

The recovery of hostages' bodies has ignited public outrage in Israel and highlighted divisions on how to address the conflict with Hamas.

Israel's First Nationwide Strike Begins Over Hostages Amid Deep Political Divisions

A general strike in Israel demonstrates public outrage over the handling of hostages amid deep political divisions.

Discovery of 6 Dead Hostages in Gaza Spurs Protest and Division in Israel

The recovery of hostages' bodies has ignited public outrage in Israel and highlighted divisions on how to address the conflict with Hamas.
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EVs Are Transforming Georgia. But Voters Aren't Sold Yet

Georgia significantly benefits from electric vehicle projects, yet the public remains skeptical about EVs and climate change initiatives.

Nassau County Bans Mask Wearing In Public Spaces

Wearing face masks in public spaces is prohibited for individuals over 16 in Nassau County, NY, with potential jail time and fines.
Exceptions for religious or health reasons are provided but will be determined by the police.
The ban is part of the 'Mask Transparency Act' passed along party lines, aiming to prevent criminal behavior during protests.
#trump-allies

Trump allies zero in on hush-money prosecutor

Trump's allies attack Manhattan prosecutor Colangelo, linking case to Biden, amidst hush-money trial.
Trump supporters criticize Colangelo for supposedly targeting Trump, indicating the deep political divide and tactics in the current landscape.

The G.O.P. Push for Post-Verdict Payback: Fight Fire With Fire'

Republican allies of Trump are pushing for retaliatory measures, including investigations and prosecutions against Democrats post-Trump's felony conviction.

Trump allies zero in on hush-money prosecutor

Trump's allies attack Manhattan prosecutor Colangelo, linking case to Biden, amidst hush-money trial.
Trump supporters criticize Colangelo for supposedly targeting Trump, indicating the deep political divide and tactics in the current landscape.

The G.O.P. Push for Post-Verdict Payback: Fight Fire With Fire'

Republican allies of Trump are pushing for retaliatory measures, including investigations and prosecutions against Democrats post-Trump's felony conviction.
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#south-korea

Elections reveal a growing gender divide across South Korea

South Korea's upcoming parliamentary elections will be influenced by the political divide between young men and women.
Young South Korean men and women consistently show significant differences in their support for main political parties.

The Global Gender Divide We Really Should Be Talking About

South Korea's plummeting fertility rate could lead to a significant population decline in just one generation.
There is a noticeable political gap between young men and women in South Korea and other advanced economies, leading to potential societal consequences.

Elections reveal a growing gender divide across South Korea

South Korea's upcoming parliamentary elections will be influenced by the political divide between young men and women.
Young South Korean men and women consistently show significant differences in their support for main political parties.

The Global Gender Divide We Really Should Be Talking About

South Korea's plummeting fertility rate could lead to a significant population decline in just one generation.
There is a noticeable political gap between young men and women in South Korea and other advanced economies, leading to potential societal consequences.
moresouth-korea

Nearly one-eighth of NY Democrat primary-goers vote 'blank,' stick it to Biden in protest over Gaza

Nearly 40,000 Democrats in New York voted blank to protest Biden's stance on Israel's war.
Blank votes were recorded for President Biden, reducing his share of the total vote from 91% to 79%.

Name-Calling and Calling the Police: How N.Y.C. Parent Meetings Got Mean

Heated education fights in New York City have escalated in recent months over divisive issues like race, discrimination, transgender rights in sports, and the Israel-Hamas war.
The battles reflect the growing political divide even in a deep blue city, with parents exhibiting aggressive and vitriolic behavior, including calling each other bigots and filing police reports.
#gender-gap

Men and Women Live on Two Totally Separate Political Planets Right Now. That's Great News for One Party.

Rising gender gap in liberalism among young Americans.
Increasing political divide between sexes in the U.S. and globally due to factors like Trump and feminist movements.

The Myth of the Gen Z Gender Divide

Young men and women are perceived as more politically divided than ever before based on recent headlines.
Initial claims of a significant gender divide in political ideology between young men and women have come under scrutiny and may not be as prevalent as suggested.

Men and Women Live on Two Totally Separate Political Planets Right Now. That's Great News for One Party.

Rising gender gap in liberalism among young Americans.
Increasing political divide between sexes in the U.S. and globally due to factors like Trump and feminist movements.

The Myth of the Gen Z Gender Divide

Young men and women are perceived as more politically divided than ever before based on recent headlines.
Initial claims of a significant gender divide in political ideology between young men and women have come under scrutiny and may not be as prevalent as suggested.
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US lawmakers pass $1.2 trillion bill, averting shutdown DW 03/23/2024

The United States Senate approved a $1.2 trillion budget bill to fund the government, narrowly avoiding a shutdown.
The bill funds key departments including Defense, Homeland Security, Treasury, and State through September 30.
#covid-19

When the Experts Failed During COVID-19

Experts' errors fuel public hostility towards expertise during the pandemic.
Elected leaders' failures contribute to the decline of faith in experts and vaccination hesitancy.

Fauci Calls COVID Cover-Up Claim Preposterous'

Fauci denied allegations of funding COVID-19 creation and coordinating a cover-up at Capitol Hill hearing.

When the Experts Failed During COVID-19

Experts' errors fuel public hostility towards expertise during the pandemic.
Elected leaders' failures contribute to the decline of faith in experts and vaccination hesitancy.

Fauci Calls COVID Cover-Up Claim Preposterous'

Fauci denied allegations of funding COVID-19 creation and coordinating a cover-up at Capitol Hill hearing.
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A Divided France Splits Over a National Hero

France pays tribute to Robert Badinter, a prominent lawyer and former justice minister who led the campaign to abolish capital punishment in the country.
There was a sharp political divide during the ceremony, with the family of Badinter excluding far-right and far-left parties from attending.

Deeply Divisive Politics Behind Spike In Threats To The Federal Judiciary

The number of threats to federal judges has more than doubled in the last three years.
Threats against federal prosecutors have also more than doubled during the same period.
#democratic-party
from The Nation
5 months ago

Donald Trump Is A Convicted Felon. Democrats Must Shout It From The Rooftops

Biden's enigmatic smile in response to Trump's claim was perceived differently by different groups, highlighting the political divide.
from New York Post
4 months ago

Democrats' school-choice lies laid bare in Pennsylvania - with black voucher support above 90%

Democrats in Pennsylvania are divided over K-12 education policies, including voucher programs and public education funding.

Donald Trump Is A Convicted Felon. Democrats Must Shout It From The Rooftops

Biden's enigmatic smile in response to Trump's claim was perceived differently by different groups, highlighting the political divide.

Democrats' school-choice lies laid bare in Pennsylvania - with black voucher support above 90%

Democrats in Pennsylvania are divided over K-12 education policies, including voucher programs and public education funding.
moredemocratic-party

Biden vs. Trump too close to call in three key states, poll finds. Some Trump voters think he deserves prison time.

Biden and Trump are in a dead heat in critical swing states with minimal percentage point differences, reflecting a closely contested race.
Voters in critical swing states are divided on whether Trump should go to prison, with Democrats overwhelmingly supporting prison time and most Republicans opposed.
#culture-wars
from www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
NYC LGBT

Religion and politics create the sharpest divides over LGBTQ+ Americans, poll shows

Americans' views on LGBTQ+ influence vary based on political and religious affiliations more than other factors.

Religion and politics create the sharpest divides over LGBTQ+ Americans, poll shows

There is a clear divide among Americans in how they view the influence of LGBTQ+ people in society based on political and religious affiliations.

Religion and politics create the sharpest divides over LGBTQ+ Americans, poll shows

Americans' views on LGBTQ+ influence vary based on political and religious affiliations more than other factors.

Religion and politics create the sharpest divides over LGBTQ+ Americans, poll shows

There is a clear divide among Americans in how they view the influence of LGBTQ+ people in society based on political and religious affiliations.
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G.O.P. Blocks Contraception Bill in Senate as Democrats Seek Political Edge

Senate Republicans block legislation on nationwide contraception access, highlighting GOP's divergence from majority voters.

Majority of Americans approve of trans and non-binary people living as they wish

Growing support for LGBTQ+ rights in America.

An Assassination Attempt That Seems Likely to Tear America Further Apart

The aftermath of an assassination attempt on Donald J. Trump is more divisive than unifying compared to past incidents.

Video. Protesters rally for abortion rights in Los Angeles

Abortion rights are under threat in Republican-led states, while Democratic-led states are protective.

How Media Outlets on the Left and Right Have Covered Fauci's Book Tour

Dr. Anthony Fauci's media coverage varies significantly between progressive and conservative outlets, showcasing opposing viewpoints on his role during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Convictions of Biden's Son and Trump Put the Justice System on Trial

Democrats and Republicans handle criminal investigations differently, with the former respecting the justice system while the latter often claims partisan bias.
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