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Here's seven signs that show Western civilization could soon end

The rise of 'woke' thought and central bank digital currencies indicate a potential collapse of Western civilization.

The battle of Cable Street is entwined in my family's history and its message of hope still resonates | Tracy-Ann Oberman

Local communities successfully united against Oswald Mosley's fascist attempts to incite hatred in 1936, a lesson relevant to today's rising tensions against minorities.

Slippery slope' fears over assisted dying have echoes of abortion debate

Future generations may find it unfathomable that fundamental rights like assisted dying were once denied.
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Understanding Ireland's solidarity with Palestine

The Irish support for the Palestinian cause stems from shared histories of oppression and a commitment to human rights advocacy.

Police raids are nothing new': student protesters from 1960s see history repeating itself

Older protest movements offer insights for present-day activism in echoing themes of moral stand and risking for change.

Understanding Ireland's solidarity with Palestine

The Irish support for the Palestinian cause stems from shared histories of oppression and a commitment to human rights advocacy.

Police raids are nothing new': student protesters from 1960s see history repeating itself

Older protest movements offer insights for present-day activism in echoing themes of moral stand and risking for change.
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James Clyburn Envisions Trump as Another Hitler' or Mussolini When Talking Cabinet on Fox: You Don't Think That's a Little Hyperbolic?'

Clyburn equates current U.S. political shifts with 1930s Germany, expressing concerns about extremism and historical parallels.

MSNBC's Jonathan Capehart Parallels Trump Chilling' MSG Jamboree' With 1939 Nazi Rally At Same Venue

Jonathan Capehart compared Trump's recent rally to a 1939 event supporting Nazi ideals, emphasizing the dangers of extremism and anti-immigrant rhetoric.

James Clyburn Envisions Trump as Another Hitler' or Mussolini When Talking Cabinet on Fox: You Don't Think That's a Little Hyperbolic?'

Clyburn equates current U.S. political shifts with 1930s Germany, expressing concerns about extremism and historical parallels.

MSNBC's Jonathan Capehart Parallels Trump Chilling' MSG Jamboree' With 1939 Nazi Rally At Same Venue

Jonathan Capehart compared Trump's recent rally to a 1939 event supporting Nazi ideals, emphasizing the dangers of extremism and anti-immigrant rhetoric.
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The Struggle for Power in America

The upcoming election may lead to prolonged uncertainty and conflict, reminiscent of historical struggles for power and autonomy.

20,000 Out-of-Towners Fill Madison Square Garden for Trump

Attending Trump's rally posed no physical risks, yet the emotional toll from his falsehoods was significant.
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How Trump's assassination attempt compares to the attempt on Ronald Reagan's life in 1981

The assassination attempt on Donald Trump draws parallels to the 1981 attack on Ronald Reagan, highlighting a historical pattern of American leaders facing gun violence.

What Sealed Trump's Fate

The article draws parallels between the defeat of aliens from Mars in H.G. Wells' The War of the Worlds due to Earth's bacteria, and the 34 felony convictions of Donald Trump by a New York jury.

We Are Not Making This up!!' James Carville Warns Trump Will Round Up His Enemies, Claims He's Mimicking Nazi Rallies

James Carville warns that if Donald Trump becomes president again, he might use the military against his political opponents.

How Trump's assassination attempt compares to the attempt on Ronald Reagan's life in 1981

The assassination attempt on Donald Trump draws parallels to the 1981 attack on Ronald Reagan, highlighting a historical pattern of American leaders facing gun violence.

What Sealed Trump's Fate

The article draws parallels between the defeat of aliens from Mars in H.G. Wells' The War of the Worlds due to Earth's bacteria, and the 34 felony convictions of Donald Trump by a New York jury.

We Are Not Making This up!!' James Carville Warns Trump Will Round Up His Enemies, Claims He's Mimicking Nazi Rallies

James Carville warns that if Donald Trump becomes president again, he might use the military against his political opponents.
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Opinion | Megalopolis' and the Vexations of Decadence

Megalopolis, Coppola's passion project, delivers unique insights into American society despite its artistic shortcomings.
The film aims to tackle major contemporary issues of 2024 but struggles with execution.

Nigel Farage is a dreamer, just like David Steel | Brief letters

Nigel Farage's election prediction parallels historical political strategies, prompting reflections on ambition and preparedness in governance.
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Biden's withdrawal from the race has echoes of LBJ

President Biden visits LBJ Presidential Library to commemorate the 1964 Civil Rights Act and draw historical parallels between the two presidents.

Full Transcript of Biden's State of the Union Speech

President Biden delivered his State of the Union address highlighting the unprecedented challenges facing the U.S.
Biden emphasized the threats to freedom and democracy both at home and abroad, focusing on the situation in Ukraine.

Biden's withdrawal from the race has echoes of LBJ

President Biden visits LBJ Presidential Library to commemorate the 1964 Civil Rights Act and draw historical parallels between the two presidents.

Full Transcript of Biden's State of the Union Speech

President Biden delivered his State of the Union address highlighting the unprecedented challenges facing the U.S.
Biden emphasized the threats to freedom and democracy both at home and abroad, focusing on the situation in Ukraine.
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Democrats Finally Have Their Answer to Martyr Trump

The article discusses the mythologizing of former President Trump and the emergence of a new myth surrounding President Biden as he voluntarily relinquishes power.

Knicks 121, Pacers 91: "This team turned my 94-year-old grandma into a fan"

The New York Knicks are one win away from their first Eastern Conference finals appearance since 2000.

Transgender Day of Visibility: Looking to the past for inspiration - and a reality check - for what's ahead

The landscape for LGBTQ advocacy is challenging, especially for transgender youth, with over 400 anti-trans bills pending in legislatures nationwide.
Opposition to trans rights mirrors historical challenges faced during the gay liberation movement, and aims to delegitimize transgender identities and perpetuate harmful stereotypes.

OPINION: Macron must earn the role of '21st-century Churchill'

Macron suggests Nato intervention in Ukraine to prevent Russian victory.
Macron positions himself as a hawk in the western alliance.

We're in 1938 now': Putin's war in Ukraine and lessons from history

Leaders draw historical parallels for current issues.

Responsible leadership is needed to harness the power of AI

Artificial intelligence has historical parallels with previous technological advancements like the printing press and automation, offering insights into the phases of augmentation, replacement, and creation.

The Most Barbaric Sci-Fi Movie of the Last Decade Accidentally Predicted a Modern Crisis

A group of scientists from Earth observe a barbaric society in 'Hard to Be a God', battling anti-intellectualism and violent persecution.

How Warriors had their fingerprints all over Celtics' 2024 NBA Championship

The 2024 champion Celtics mirrored the 2015 Warriors in their journey to the title, learning from past losses and building a homegrown core.
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