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#democracy
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Truths to Remember in a Time of Lies

Autocrats are systematically dismantling democracy while distracting the public from their actions through deceit and manipulation.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

What Donald Trump Learned From George W. Bush

Donald Trump's presidency represents a dangerous shift in American political history, challenging democratic norms and institutions.
America has previously faced authoritarianism, indicated by comparisons to George W. Bush's presidency.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

If Trump Gets a 3rd Term, Democracy Will Have Already Ended

Trump's notion of a third term lacks constitutional validity due to the 22nd Amendment, yet he has suggested otherwise.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
US politics

27 Older Americans Shared The Ways The Country Has Changed Through Multiple Presidents

US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Truths to Remember in a Time of Lies

Autocrats are systematically dismantling democracy while distracting the public from their actions through deceit and manipulation.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

What Donald Trump Learned From George W. Bush

Donald Trump's presidency represents a dangerous shift in American political history, challenging democratic norms and institutions.
America has previously faced authoritarianism, indicated by comparisons to George W. Bush's presidency.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

If Trump Gets a 3rd Term, Democracy Will Have Already Ended

Trump's notion of a third term lacks constitutional validity due to the 22nd Amendment, yet he has suggested otherwise.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
US politics

27 Older Americans Shared The Ways The Country Has Changed Through Multiple Presidents

more#democracy
#jd-vance
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

J. D. Vance's Bargain With the Devil

The Trump administration's corruption is viewed as unprecedented in U.S. history and reflective of broader democratic failures.
J. D. Vance's political transformation raises questions about his sincerity and the nature of power in modern politics.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

J. D. Vance's Bargain With the Devil

The Trump administration's corruption is viewed as unprecedented in U.S. history and reflective of broader democratic failures.
J. D. Vance's political transformation raises questions about his sincerity and the nature of power in modern politics.
more#jd-vance
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump turns Congress speech into a sordid campaign rally, igniting a Democrat fightback

Trump politicized a traditional speech to Congress, transforming it into a campaign rally.
Democrats expressed dissent through clothing and signs during Trump's address.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Republicans put the sick in sycophancy as they compete to fawn over Trump

Republicans are increasingly glorifying Donald Trump, proposing legislation and initiatives to elevate his status in American history.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Will the First American Pope Be a Pontiff of Peace?

Robert Francis Prevost's election as Pope signifies a unique moment in American and Catholic history, marking his leadership and cultural implications.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

One of Trump's Weirdest Obsessions Is Spiraling Out of Control

An American president now emulates Louis XIV, showcasing a shocking embrace of regal aesthetics in the White House and Mar-a-Lago.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

For Trump Supporters, an Exciting' First 100 Days

Despite low favorability ratings, Trump's core support remains strong, with many Americans viewing his presidency as exciting.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump turns Congress speech into a sordid campaign rally, igniting a Democrat fightback

Trump politicized a traditional speech to Congress, transforming it into a campaign rally.
Democrats expressed dissent through clothing and signs during Trump's address.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Republicans put the sick in sycophancy as they compete to fawn over Trump

Republicans are increasingly glorifying Donald Trump, proposing legislation and initiatives to elevate his status in American history.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Will the First American Pope Be a Pontiff of Peace?

Robert Francis Prevost's election as Pope signifies a unique moment in American and Catholic history, marking his leadership and cultural implications.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

One of Trump's Weirdest Obsessions Is Spiraling Out of Control

An American president now emulates Louis XIV, showcasing a shocking embrace of regal aesthetics in the White House and Mar-a-Lago.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

For Trump Supporters, an Exciting' First 100 Days

Despite low favorability ratings, Trump's core support remains strong, with many Americans viewing his presidency as exciting.
more#donald-trump
#media-criticism
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Marjorie Taylor Greene Tears Into Propaganda' Fox News, New York Post: American People Have Been Brainwashed'

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Marjorie Taylor Greene Tears Into Propaganda' Fox News, New York Post: American People Have Been Brainwashed'

more#media-criticism
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Tyrant Test

A leader who uses military force to suppress their political opposition forfeits the right to govern. You could call this the 'tyrant test', and Trump is already failing it.
Right-wing politics
#trump
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Trump's Basest Impulse: A Dominating Kind of Masculinity

Trump's emphasis on masculinity has garnered support from influential figures and resonated with male voters.
The interplay of gender politics has significant implications for American society.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Wider Than the Gulf of America!' CNN's Harry Enten Marvels at How Popular Trump's Handling of Russia-Ukraine War Is

Trump's approval rating on handling the Russia-Ukraine war is significantly higher than Biden's.
Americans increasingly favor a quick resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

There's Nothing Conservative About Trump 2.0

Trump's political agenda is a radical departure from traditional conservatism, aiming to reverse 20th-century progressivism rather than offering a simple correction.
US politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

The Most Significant First 100 Days Since FDR

FDR's first 100 days transformed government response to crisis; Trump's first 100 days potentially more consequential with robust political backing.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

On Trump, Democrats and a New Era of Politics: A Look at the Year Ahead

President Trump's approval ratings have fallen below 50%, indicating a potential decline in public support.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Trump's Basest Impulse: A Dominating Kind of Masculinity

Trump's emphasis on masculinity has garnered support from influential figures and resonated with male voters.
The interplay of gender politics has significant implications for American society.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Wider Than the Gulf of America!' CNN's Harry Enten Marvels at How Popular Trump's Handling of Russia-Ukraine War Is

Trump's approval rating on handling the Russia-Ukraine war is significantly higher than Biden's.
Americans increasingly favor a quick resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

There's Nothing Conservative About Trump 2.0

Trump's political agenda is a radical departure from traditional conservatism, aiming to reverse 20th-century progressivism rather than offering a simple correction.
US politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

The Most Significant First 100 Days Since FDR

FDR's first 100 days transformed government response to crisis; Trump's first 100 days potentially more consequential with robust political backing.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

On Trump, Democrats and a New Era of Politics: A Look at the Year Ahead

President Trump's approval ratings have fallen below 50%, indicating a potential decline in public support.
more#trump
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
248 years ago

Henry Clay

Henry Clay, known as the 'Great Compromiser', played crucial roles in major political events, including the Missouri Compromise and the establishment of the Whig Party.
History
#historical-comparisons
US politics
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Donald Trump Is What Some Historians Call a Transformative President'

Trump's presidency is not an aberration but a transformational shift in American politics, reshaping norms and policies for the long term.
US politics
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Donald Trump Is What Some Historians Call a Transformative President'

Trump's presidency is not an aberration but a transformational shift in American politics, reshaping norms and policies for the long term.
more#historical-comparisons
#public-opinion
US politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Poll Finds 6 in 10 Democratic Voters Now Back Palestinians Over Israelis

Support for Palestinians among Democratic voters has surged, reflecting a significant shift in public opinion on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Poll Finds 6 in 10 Democratic Voters Now Back Palestinians Over Israelis

Support for Palestinians among Democratic voters has surged, reflecting a significant shift in public opinion on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
more#public-opinion
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bias Reigns': Most Americans Definitely Agree' With Trump There's a Big Problem in Higher Ed in New Poll

Faith in higher education has dramatically decreased, with only 36% of Americans expressing confidence, highlighting concerns over institutional bias.
#civil-rights
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

How Charlie Rangel Defied His Party to Save New York From the Reactionary Right

Charles Rangel's legacy transcends partisan politics, showcasing his pivotal role during a complex era of racial division in American politics.
fromNY Carib News
1 month ago
NYC politics

Charles B. Rangel, Trailblazing Congressman and Harlem Icon, Dies at 94

Charles B. Rangel, a key figure in American politics, passed away at 94, leaving a significant legacy in civil rights and public service.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

How Charlie Rangel Defied His Party to Save New York From the Reactionary Right

Charles Rangel's legacy transcends partisan politics, showcasing his pivotal role during a complex era of racial division in American politics.
NYC politics
fromNY Carib News
1 month ago

Charles B. Rangel, Trailblazing Congressman and Harlem Icon, Dies at 94

Charles B. Rangel, a key figure in American politics, passed away at 94, leaving a significant legacy in civil rights and public service.
more#civil-rights
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Ezra Klein, journalist and writer: The Democrats were more loyal to Biden than to their own chances of winning'

Ezra Klein's 'Abundance' emphasizes the need for progressive politics to embrace the future through new technology and reduced bureaucracy.
#trump-administration
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

The "Greatest" show on Earth: A review of Trump's first 50 days

Trump's early presidency is marked by chaos, deception, and negligence towards American citizens in need.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

The "Greatest" show on Earth: A review of Trump's first 50 days

Trump's early presidency is marked by chaos, deception, and negligence towards American citizens in need.
more#trump-administration
#political-commentary
fromDefector
1 month ago
SF politics

A Dumb New Way To Think About The Dismantling Of The Federal Government | Defector

fromDefector
1 month ago
SF politics

A Dumb New Way To Think About The Dismantling Of The Federal Government | Defector

more#political-commentary
#pope-leo-xiv
more#pope-leo-xiv
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

ESPN panelist Kate Fagan says trans kids deserve to play sports' in final appearance

Kate Fagan stated, 'Being on this show has been a privilege... I want to say something worthy of that privilege and platform. Trans kids deserve to play sports.'
Women in technology
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Conservative Catholics Take Stage in Rome, Looking to Shape the Church

The event at Palazzo Brancaccio highlighted concerns about low birth rates and family policies among European nobles and American politicians.
#cultural-critique
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Non-Americans Are Sharing Their Brutally Honest Thoughts About The US Right Now, And It's MESSY

The author perceives a complacency in American political polarization that risks ignoring significant threats.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Non-Americans Are Sharing Their Brutally Honest Thoughts About The US Right Now, And It's MESSY

The author perceives a complacency in American political polarization that risks ignoring significant threats.
more#cultural-critique
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

How Pope Francis Catalyzed the Catholic Right in the U.S.

Pope Francis criticized deportations, aligning with immigration advocacy while navigating tensions with conservative American Catholics.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Shawn Fain for President!

Trump's tariff wars are creating divisions both politically and economically, impacting Wall Street and stirring concerns about the traditional dynamics within both parties.
Left-wing politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Karl Rove Warns That Americans Are Already Exhausted' by Trump and His Thirst for Revenge': This Will End Badly for Him'

Karl Rove warns that Americans are growing tired of Trump's chaotic leadership and his preoccupation with vengeance, which may alienate key voters.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Barabak: America has gotten ruder. Starting at the very top

Public behavior in the U.S. has worsened post-pandemic, with many Americans perceiving increased rudeness since COVID-19 began.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

Christian Zionism hasn't always been a conservative evangelical creed - churches' views of Israel have evolved over decades

Huckabee prioritizes representing Trump's views over his own while emphasizing a spiritual connection to Israel.
Christian Zionism has historical roots beyond the political landscape, evolving through significant theological developments.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Billionaires spent record amounts during 2024 federal election report

Billionaires' donations surged to $2.6 billion in the 2024 election, reshaping political power in favor of the wealthy and corporations.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

America the secular? What a changing religious landscape means for US politics

The percentage of nonreligious Americans has stabilized, but their political influence is likely to increase.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Heart's Nancy Wilson slammed for saying it's 'more embarrassing than ever' to be an American: 'Then leave'

"We were kind of embarrassed at that time to call ourselves American because of the dirty politics of the Vietnam War. To be as subtle as possible, it's more embarrassing now."
Women
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Trump's speech has Americans dreaming - leaving Dems reeling

President Trump's address to Congress was dynamic, engaging, and reaffirming of his agenda, successfully blending humor and gravitas.
Podcast
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Joy Reid On MSNBC Ouster: 'NOT Sorry I Went Hard' At Trump

Joy Reid expressed gratitude and no remorse for her candid coverage despite being fired from MSNBC.
fromInsideHook
4 months ago

A Bob Dylan National Anthem? Bill Maher Thinks So.

Noonan emphasized the importance of gentlemen in society—"They don't have anyone modeling that for them... it's the generosity with which you treat people."
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