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NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Zohran Mamdani's Holocaust non-vote disqualifies him from NYC's mayoralty

Zohran Mamdani's failure to recognize the Holocaust and his anti-Israel sentiments disqualify him from being a viable candidate for NYC Mayor.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The Guardian view on Europe's growing wealth divide: back to the world of Balzac | Editorial

Inherited wealth in France is replicating 19th-century social injustices, creating a significant divide between the wealthy and wage earners.
#academic-freedom
Left-wing politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Sarah Carey: Donald Trump's second coming shows we must either live free speech, or lose it

The left's restriction on free speech has enabled a harsh reaction from opponents.
Left-wing politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Sarah Carey: Donald Trump's second coming shows we must either live free speech, or lose it

The left's restriction on free speech has enabled a harsh reaction from opponents.
#liberalism
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

French Word of the Day: Tare

As a verb, "taré" is the past participle of a term meaning to weigh a package or container before filling it, ensuring accuracy in weight.
France politics
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Kamala Harris to step back into spotlight to give sharp critique of Trump

Kamala Harris warns Trump's presidency could lead to a constitutional crisis, urging collective action to defend democratic rights.
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
US politics

"Disastrous, Deplorable, Dumb" - Jasmine Crockett Called Out Trump's Worst Decisions In Office

US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Kamala Harris to step back into spotlight to give sharp critique of Trump

Kamala Harris warns Trump's presidency could lead to a constitutional crisis, urging collective action to defend democratic rights.
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
US politics

"Disastrous, Deplorable, Dumb" - Jasmine Crockett Called Out Trump's Worst Decisions In Office

fromemptywheel
3 weeks ago

Pam Bondi Reverses Media Protections to Cover Up Her Complicity in Unlawful Renditions - emptywheel

Safeguarding classified, privileged, and other sensitive information is essential to effective governance and law enforcement... leaking sensitive information undermines the ability of the Department of Justice to uphold the rule of law.
US politics
#trump-administration
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Neil Young says he may be barred from returning to US over Donald Trump criticism

Neil Young fears being barred from the US after expressing his political critiques, particularly against Donald Trump.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Neil Young says he may be barred from returning to US over Donald Trump criticism

Neil Young fears being barred from the US after expressing his political critiques, particularly against Donald Trump.
#bernie-sanders
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Bernie Sanders' trans rally - not Gavin Newsom's flip - shows where Democrats truly stand

The article critiques Democrats for their inconsistent messaging on social issues, particularly around gender identity and sports.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Bernie Sanders' trans rally - not Gavin Newsom's flip - shows where Democrats truly stand

The article critiques Democrats for their inconsistent messaging on social issues, particularly around gender identity and sports.
#uk-economy
from48 hills
1 month ago

Drama Masks: Walking in circles - 48 hills

"When something like acid rain...looks dangerously close to making a return, one has to wonder if we're all just living out a species-wide Darwin Awards ceremony."
Arts
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Poilievre Bragged That He Has Never Changed His Mind. That's the Problem | The Walrus

One would expect that the introduction of a $10 billion tax increase over a month ago would cause a storm of opposition. However, when Paul Martin mentioned that contributions to the Canada Pension Plan would leap from 5.85 per cent to 9.9 per cent, the finance minister felt little more than a gentle breeze.
SF politics
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The left needs to halt the UK's slide into Farageism. This is the kind of leader who could do it | Owen Jones

Many Labour party supporters believe that political purity will result in electoral failure, hurting the most vulnerable.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Keir Starmer rolls up his sleeves to legitimise the Two Minutes Hate | John Crace

Countries collaborating on crime may not significantly reduce crime rates, emphasizing need for genuine solutions to illegal migration.
#corruption
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Reeves's Sabrina Carpenter freebie furore proves our politicians should avoid one thing: fun | Zoe Williams

Rachel Reeves accepted expensive concert tickets for security reasons, sparking debate about her responsibilities as Chancellor.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Americans in France: Consulate closures, Lady Liberty and US-France emigration

In recent weeks, tensions between Europe and the United States have escalated, prompting bold critiques from French politicians about the current US government, comparing it to Rome's notorious Nero.
France politics
Paris food
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

French Official Who Suggested Taking Back Statue of Liberty Fires Back at Karoline Leavitt, Slams Shameful' Trump Administration

French MEP Raphael Glucksmann criticized the U.S. for its political stance while defending the bond between France and America, symbolized by the Statue of Liberty.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Bill Burr Torches Elon Musk and His Piece of Sh*t Car' After Being Told He's Trending for Slamming the Billionaire: Nerds Ruining the World'

Bill Burr criticized Elon Musk's actions and comments, claiming they were reminiscent of Nazi gestures and that billionaires should be more accountable.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Starmer echoes Liz Truss on reform of government

Starmer and Truss align in their critiques of government inefficiency, arguing for reforms to enhance speed and accountability.
London startup
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Art, Activism, and the City: Illuminating Social Change

The British collective Led by Donkeys uses art and activism to critique political issues, gaining millions of social media views for their impactful interventions.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

A Warning About the Dangers of Executive Orders-From 40 Years Ago

Trump's executive orders challenge constitutional governance, testing authority without legislative or judicial resistance.
#american-culture
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

President Trump's Cult of Followers Want a $250 Bill With His Face On It

The article critiques Republican politicians' submission to a cult-like adherence to power, particularly their acceptance of extreme self-degradation.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

President Trump's Cult of Followers Want a $250 Bill With His Face On It

The article critiques Republican politicians' submission to a cult-like adherence to power, particularly their acceptance of extreme self-degradation.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Voters like councillors more than MPs so why is Labour wasting time destroying local democracy? | Polly Toynbee

The reorganization of local government is questioned for its practicality and potential political repercussions, given the existing financial strain on councils.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Maureen Dowd's new book takes on 'notorious' figures - including a dig at 'ventriloquist' Jill Biden

Maureen Dowd calls Jill Biden 'our ventriloquist first lady' in her new book, highlighting first ladies' roles in culture.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Time to rein in billionaires' influence

Influence of billionaires undermines government integrity.
Children's essentials are at risk due to budget cuts.
Biden's attempts for border security were legally obstructed.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Trump's military decisions are a foreign policy disaster

Secretary of Defense Hegseth's appointment is criticized for his qualifications and remarks impacting U.S. foreign policy on Ukraine.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

A chance encounter with Santa in Spain | Brief letters

A filter made from cotton and squid bone can remove up to 99.9% of microplastics from water. Production is cheap, and raw materials are easy to obtain, say the authors of the paper. How do the squid feel about this?
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