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Bertie Ahern says left-leaning parties 'are wasting their time' if they don't form a coalition

Left parties must unite to be effective in elections, or risk losing voter support.
#donald-trump

Trump chooses New York Rep. Elise Stefanik as ambassador to United Nations

Elise Stefanik has been selected as Trump's ambassador to the UN, reflecting her loyalty and alignment with his administration.

What's the world saying about Trump's win? Here are the leaders who've commented

Trump's election win signals potential shifts in US foreign policy and major geopolitical alliances.

Is RFK Jr truly independent?

RFK Jr.'s independence questioned after leaked call with Trump before the US election.

Trump Defends Adams, Arguing Both Are Being Persecuted'

Adams finds unexpected support from Trump amidst corruption charges, illustrating unusual political alliances.

"Reprehensible": What VP nominee J.D. Vance has said about Trump

Vance's shift in perspective on Trump reflects the complexities of political alliances and personal beliefs.

How Elon Musk Rebranded Trump

Trump's campaign coupled him closely with Elon Musk, marking a significant shift in political alliances.

Trump chooses New York Rep. Elise Stefanik as ambassador to United Nations

Elise Stefanik has been selected as Trump's ambassador to the UN, reflecting her loyalty and alignment with his administration.

What's the world saying about Trump's win? Here are the leaders who've commented

Trump's election win signals potential shifts in US foreign policy and major geopolitical alliances.

Is RFK Jr truly independent?

RFK Jr.'s independence questioned after leaked call with Trump before the US election.

Trump Defends Adams, Arguing Both Are Being Persecuted'

Adams finds unexpected support from Trump amidst corruption charges, illustrating unusual political alliances.

"Reprehensible": What VP nominee J.D. Vance has said about Trump

Vance's shift in perspective on Trump reflects the complexities of political alliances and personal beliefs.

How Elon Musk Rebranded Trump

Trump's campaign coupled him closely with Elon Musk, marking a significant shift in political alliances.
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Trump's Big Win Was Also a Win for Eric Adams

Trump's reelection raises significant implications for New York's political landscape and ongoing legal cases, particularly for Mayor Eric Adams.
#international-relations

World leaders: Who wins and who loses from Trump's return

Trump's presidency may solidify alliances with leaders like Netanyahu and Modi while continuing to categorize global leaders as winners or losers.

Sadiq Khan says Labour must do more to call out 'racist, sexist' Donald Trump

The Mayor of London expresses concerns over the potential return of former President Trump to power in the US.

World leaders: Who wins and who loses from Trump's return

Trump's presidency may solidify alliances with leaders like Netanyahu and Modi while continuing to categorize global leaders as winners or losers.

Sadiq Khan says Labour must do more to call out 'racist, sexist' Donald Trump

The Mayor of London expresses concerns over the potential return of former President Trump to power in the US.
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#netanyahu

What could a new Trump presidency mean for Netanyahu?

Israeli PM Netanyahu seeks to regain Trump's support for his political agenda.

Opinion | How Netanyahu Is Trying to Save Himself, Elect Trump and Defeat Harris

Netanyahu's self-interest jeopardizes both Israel's safety and U.S. political stability, particularly for Biden and Harris.

Who Is Gideon Saar, Israel's New Foreign Minister?

Gideon Saar's political maneuvers reflect a pursuit for relevance amid a complex relationship with Netanyahu and ongoing tensions regarding Palestinian statehood.

What could a new Trump presidency mean for Netanyahu?

Israeli PM Netanyahu seeks to regain Trump's support for his political agenda.

Opinion | How Netanyahu Is Trying to Save Himself, Elect Trump and Defeat Harris

Netanyahu's self-interest jeopardizes both Israel's safety and U.S. political stability, particularly for Biden and Harris.

Who Is Gideon Saar, Israel's New Foreign Minister?

Gideon Saar's political maneuvers reflect a pursuit for relevance amid a complex relationship with Netanyahu and ongoing tensions regarding Palestinian statehood.
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#france

French conservatives boot leader over far-right pact call DW 06/12/2024

France's mainstream conservative Republicans face internal division over alliance with far-right National Rally.

French Senate rejects EU-Canada free-trade agreement

France's Senate rejected the EU-Canada free-trade agreement due to an unusual alliance against Macron.
The rejection in the Senate does not nullify the agreement; government may take it back to the National Assembly for a fresh debate.

OPINION: Barnier waits while the French parliament plays snakes and ladders

The National Assembly's chaotic budget debate highlights political divisions with negligible impact on France's financial future.

French conservatives boot leader over far-right pact call DW 06/12/2024

France's mainstream conservative Republicans face internal division over alliance with far-right National Rally.

French Senate rejects EU-Canada free-trade agreement

France's Senate rejected the EU-Canada free-trade agreement due to an unusual alliance against Macron.
The rejection in the Senate does not nullify the agreement; government may take it back to the National Assembly for a fresh debate.

OPINION: Barnier waits while the French parliament plays snakes and ladders

The National Assembly's chaotic budget debate highlights political divisions with negligible impact on France's financial future.
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#2024-election

Time to Roll the Dice

The 2024 election carries immense significance for the United States as a leading democracy and world influencer.

Why Harris Is Joining Forces With the Never Trumpers

The movement to keep Donald Trump out of office transcends traditional party politics, as unexpected alliances form due to the stakes involved.

Donald Trump's Billionaire Boys Club

Wealthy Republicans prioritize capitalism threats over democracy threats from Trump.

Harris's Final Challenge: Restore a Splintering Democratic Coalition

Harris faces erosion of support among key Democratic voter groups, complicating her path to victory in the upcoming election.

Time to Roll the Dice

The 2024 election carries immense significance for the United States as a leading democracy and world influencer.

Why Harris Is Joining Forces With the Never Trumpers

The movement to keep Donald Trump out of office transcends traditional party politics, as unexpected alliances form due to the stakes involved.

Donald Trump's Billionaire Boys Club

Wealthy Republicans prioritize capitalism threats over democracy threats from Trump.

Harris's Final Challenge: Restore a Splintering Democratic Coalition

Harris faces erosion of support among key Democratic voter groups, complicating her path to victory in the upcoming election.
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Corporate America's leftward shift

Corporate America is increasingly leaning left, but remains ideologically divided, with CEOs still slightly right-oriented on average.
#mayoral-race

SF mayoral race: Unlikely duo forms alliance urging voters to leave Breed, Peskin off ranked choice

Mark Farrell and Asha Safaí are forming a ranked-choice alliance to challenge Mayor London Breed in San Francisco's mayoral race.

See how they run: Safai and Farrell form alliance - Why?

Ahsha Safaí aligns with Mark Farrell to increase his chances against incumbent Mayor London Breed.

The race for second place is heating up in the SF mayor's race-and it's all about Farrell - 48 hills

Farrell's alliance with Safai seeks to consolidate votes against their shared opposition, emphasizing strategic partnerships in a tight mayoral race.

SF mayoral race: Unlikely duo forms alliance urging voters to leave Breed, Peskin off ranked choice

Mark Farrell and Asha Safaí are forming a ranked-choice alliance to challenge Mayor London Breed in San Francisco's mayoral race.

See how they run: Safai and Farrell form alliance - Why?

Ahsha Safaí aligns with Mark Farrell to increase his chances against incumbent Mayor London Breed.

The race for second place is heating up in the SF mayor's race-and it's all about Farrell - 48 hills

Farrell's alliance with Safai seeks to consolidate votes against their shared opposition, emphasizing strategic partnerships in a tight mayoral race.
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#tactical-voting

Huge anti-fascist protests erupt in Paris after far-right party's election victory

Riots erupted in Paris post-elections with clashes between protesters and riot police.

James Cleverly warned MPs that tactical votes could kill his leadership hopes

Cleverly's tactical appeal to MPs backfired, leading to his surprising exit from the leadership contest.

Huge anti-fascist protests erupt in Paris after far-right party's election victory

Riots erupted in Paris post-elections with clashes between protesters and riot police.

James Cleverly warned MPs that tactical votes could kill his leadership hopes

Cleverly's tactical appeal to MPs backfired, leading to his surprising exit from the leadership contest.
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#european-union

Hungary's Orban casts himself as Trump's favorite European ally

Orban eagerly anticipates a potential Trump presidency, positioning Hungary as a key ally in Europe.

New NATO chief Mark Rutte takes over at critical juncture DW 09/29/2024

Mark Rutte phases out as Dutch Prime Minister to potentially lead NATO, demonstrating shifting political aspirations amid complex European alliances.

Hungary's Orban casts himself as Trump's favorite European ally

Orban eagerly anticipates a potential Trump presidency, positioning Hungary as a key ally in Europe.

New NATO chief Mark Rutte takes over at critical juncture DW 09/29/2024

Mark Rutte phases out as Dutch Prime Minister to potentially lead NATO, demonstrating shifting political aspirations amid complex European alliances.
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Mark Farrell and Ahsha Safai Come Together for Improbable 1-2' Ranked-Choice Alliance in Mayoral Race

Farrell and Safai's collaboration seeks to disrupt Lurie's candidacy through tactical ranked-choice voting.

Do you have contempt for my views?' How a leftwing film-maker and a Republican came together

The Trump era has brought about strange political alliances, challenging traditional party loyalties.
#french-politics

Macron has blocked left-wing choice for French PM what happens next?

Macron's refusal to appoint the NFP's prime minister candidate leaves France without a government, highlighting issues of cooperation among political parties.

France's Far Right Leads in First Round of Snap Elections. What Happens Next?

The far-right National Rally led by Marine Le Pen achieved a significant increase in the first round of the legislative elections, potentially becoming the largest group in the National Assembly.

Snap Election in France Sets Off a Wild Week of Politics

French politics in turmoil post President Macron's call for snap elections.

Macron has blocked left-wing choice for French PM what happens next?

Macron's refusal to appoint the NFP's prime minister candidate leaves France without a government, highlighting issues of cooperation among political parties.

France's Far Right Leads in First Round of Snap Elections. What Happens Next?

The far-right National Rally led by Marine Le Pen achieved a significant increase in the first round of the legislative elections, potentially becoming the largest group in the National Assembly.

Snap Election in France Sets Off a Wild Week of Politics

French politics in turmoil post President Macron's call for snap elections.
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The Surreal Experience of Being a Republican at the DNC

Republican dissidents are publicly supporting Democrats, signaling a shift in political alliances among some GOP members.
#kamala-harris

Does Kamala Harris' run for president throw a wrench in Gavin Newsom's plans for 2028?

Newsom's political plans affected by Harris's presidential run potential success.

For Harris, the Senate Was a Springboard and a Chance to Form Alliances

Vice President Kamala Harris has played a crucial role as a tiebreaker and key legislative supporter during Biden's administration.

Does Kamala Harris' run for president throw a wrench in Gavin Newsom's plans for 2028?

Newsom's political plans affected by Harris's presidential run potential success.

For Harris, the Senate Was a Springboard and a Chance to Form Alliances

Vice President Kamala Harris has played a crucial role as a tiebreaker and key legislative supporter during Biden's administration.
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RFK Jr. appears likely to drop out of race, amid possible Trump endorsement

Kennedy's campaign is considering an alliance with Trump's ticket, which could reshape political dynamics in Arizona.
Independents play a crucial role in Arizona's elections, impacting both Democrat and Republican strategies. Moreover, Kennedy's independent candidacy will remain on the ballot unless he formally withdraws.
#european-parliament-elections

Slovakia, Italy vote in European Union elections

European countries holding elections for European Parliament representatives. Populist leaders with divergent views gaining support. Potential impacts on EU policies and alliances.

Le Pen invites Meloni to form nationalist super-group' in European parliament

Nationalist parties in the EU are considering alliances for the upcoming parliamentary elections to increase their influence.

Slovakia, Italy vote in European Union elections

European countries holding elections for European Parliament representatives. Populist leaders with divergent views gaining support. Potential impacts on EU policies and alliances.

Le Pen invites Meloni to form nationalist super-group' in European parliament

Nationalist parties in the EU are considering alliances for the upcoming parliamentary elections to increase their influence.
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Obama Is a Surprise Guest Among Allies at Biden's State Dinner for Kenya

State dinner honoring Kenya, strategizing domestic alliances amid current political challenges for President Biden.

French far right splits with Germany's AfD in EU parliament

Rassemblement National (RN) distancing from AfD due to SS comments, aiming to maintain image for upcoming elections.
#european-parliament

The E.U. Votes: What We're Watching For

The European Parliament elections will shape important policies for the next five years, with potential implications for climate, migration, and leadership appointments.

EU: What's next for right-wing parties in Brussels? DW 07/04/2024

Far-right parties gaining ground in EU elections are shaping political dynamics at both EU and national levels.

European People's Party declines to sign letter condemning far right political violence

A row has erupted among European political parties over far-right condemnation.

The E.U. Votes: What We're Watching For

The European Parliament elections will shape important policies for the next five years, with potential implications for climate, migration, and leadership appointments.

EU: What's next for right-wing parties in Brussels? DW 07/04/2024

Far-right parties gaining ground in EU elections are shaping political dynamics at both EU and national levels.

European People's Party declines to sign letter condemning far right political violence

A row has erupted among European political parties over far-right condemnation.
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Rishi Sunak vows to fight on - but Tory MPs feel gloomy

Rishi Sunak emphasizes the need to fight on despite disappointing election results.
#russia-ukraine-conflict

NATO summit: Embattled Biden hosts leaders in Washington DW 07/10/2024

NATO leaders meet in Washington for summit commemorating 75th anniversary, emphasizing support for Ukraine amidst Russia-Ukraine conflict.

A pro-Western career diplomat faces an ally of the populist premier in Slovakia's presidential vote

Pro-Western career diplomat Ivan Korcok faces close ally of populist Prime Minister Robert Fico, Peter Pellegrini, in tight Slovakian presidential runoff.
Victory for Pellegrini would solidify Fico's power and potentially diminish Slovakia and EU's pro-Ukrainian stance on key matters.

NATO summit: Embattled Biden hosts leaders in Washington DW 07/10/2024

NATO leaders meet in Washington for summit commemorating 75th anniversary, emphasizing support for Ukraine amidst Russia-Ukraine conflict.

A pro-Western career diplomat faces an ally of the populist premier in Slovakia's presidential vote

Pro-Western career diplomat Ivan Korcok faces close ally of populist Prime Minister Robert Fico, Peter Pellegrini, in tight Slovakian presidential runoff.
Victory for Pellegrini would solidify Fico's power and potentially diminish Slovakia and EU's pro-Ukrainian stance on key matters.
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Who is Modi and what happened in the Indian election?

Modi's BJP party may lose its outright majority for the first time, needing to ally with others in parliament.

With his choice of Vance as VP, Trump doubles down on his version of isolation

Former President Donald Trump wants to shake up U.S. foreign policy with Sen. J.D. Vance as his running mate.

The Lie Democrats Are Telling Themselves

Republicans and Democrats both have leaders with toxic mindsets, risking democracy.
The response to Biden's debate failure reveals the fragility of political alliances and perceptions.
Age and debate performance criticism towards Biden contrasts with historical examples.

French left and centrists scramble to unite against far right for election runoff

France's left and centrist parties are uniting against the far-right RN party to prevent its rise to power after the first round of parliamentary elections.
#french-elections

French far-right lead after first round of pivotal French elections

Far-right RN party leads in French elections with 34.5 percent votes, requiring a democratic alliance against them in the second round.

Euro rises as French far-right party has the most votes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Far-right National Rally led shift in French elections.

French far-right lead after first round of pivotal French elections

Far-right RN party leads in French elections with 34.5 percent votes, requiring a democratic alliance against them in the second round.

Euro rises as French far-right party has the most votes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Far-right National Rally led shift in French elections.
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#french-parliamentary-elections

France heading to the polls in high-stakes snap parliamentary election

Far-right party RN led by Marine Le Pen might form a government in French parliamentary elections.

PODCAST: Could French elections wreck the EU and France's tourist sites to avoid this summer

Impending French parliamentary elections discussed with focus on political alliances and far-right impact.

France heading to the polls in high-stakes snap parliamentary election

Far-right party RN led by Marine Le Pen might form a government in French parliamentary elections.

PODCAST: Could French elections wreck the EU and France's tourist sites to avoid this summer

Impending French parliamentary elections discussed with focus on political alliances and far-right impact.
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Far-right National Rally on course for parliamentary majority in France, polls show

Far-right National Rally (RN) strengthening in final polls, possibly headed towards a historic parliamentary majority in France.
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