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fromVulture
6 days ago

South Park Speaks Only for Itself

The recent premiere of South Park's 27th season attracted approximately 6 million views across platforms, featuring provocative portrayals of political figures, notably President Trump.
Television
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Hunter Biden lashes out at George Clooney, other Democrats, over Joe Biden's 2024 campaign

Hunter Biden expressed deep frustration with George Clooney's calls for his father to abandon his 2024 campaign, questioning why anyone values the opinion of the actor. He criticized Clooney's shifts in support, particularly after a poor presidential debate performance by Joe Biden, highlighting the negative impact of such elite voices on the party's unity and morale.
US news
fromThe American Conservative
3 weeks ago

What Did You Think the New Right Was?

Philip Jeffery criticizes the New Right for its moral contradictions and influence from Donald Trump, accusing it of failing to address crucial social issues.
#trump-administration
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Letters: Donald Trump's actions don't amount to accomplishments

Trump's actions do not translate into true accomplishments that benefit the quality of life for American citizens.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

White Nationalist Who Dined With Trump Turns on Him: F*ck You! You Suck. You are Fat. You are a Joke.'

Nick Fuentes criticized Donald Trump by calling him fat, stupid, and a joke, labeling the MAGA movement as the biggest scam in American history. Fuentes proclaimed Trump was not the vehicle for his supporters, but rather the opposite.
US politics
#zohran-mamdani
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago
US politics

He Is a Communist': Right Wrecks Zohran Mamandi Over Clip Saying He's In Favor of the Abolition of Private Property'

fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago
US politics

He Is a Communist': Right Wrecks Zohran Mamandi Over Clip Saying He's In Favor of the Abolition of Private Property'

Humor
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Culture Shapes Perception of Political Humor

Political humor merges comedy and critique, making complex political issues engaging and accessible.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Jamie Dimon breaks with 'idiots' in Democratic Party, saying they 'have big hearts and little brains'

Jamie Dimon criticized the Democratic Party's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives as impractical and ideologically driven.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Wednesday's Headlines: Meera Meera Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Meera Joshi emphasizes the importance of a strong leadership team for effective city governance.
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

The Big, Beautiful Bill Passed. House Republicans Cheered.

Legislative actions have dire consequences for many citizens, with cheers from representatives despite public disapproval.
#tax-policy
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

By sacrificing Palestine, Europe betrays itself

The entire debate over the EU-Israel Association Agreement is simply a sham that deflects criticism and fails to address Israel's breaches of international law.
EU data protection
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Date Everything will make you see your favorite household objects in a sexy new light

It also features voice acting from some of the most beloved performers in the video game industry.
Video games
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: New Yorkers Deserve True Leadership. That's Not What Cuomo Offers.

As a state legislator who served during Andrew Cuomo's governorship and witnessed its collapse up close, I know firsthand that sending Cuomo to City Hall will not solve New York City's challenges.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Dick Durbin Plays Supercut of Trump 'Cognitive Decline'

"Instead of exercising this constitutional oversight duty, my Republican colleagues are holding this hearing. Apparently, armchair diagnosing former President Biden is more important than the issues of grave concern."
US politics
#free-speech
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Why the Left Blames Liberals for Trump's Authoritarianism

The Trump administration's crackdown on academic freedom is framed as a response to anti-Semitism, yet it is rooted in criticism of liberal free speech advocates.
fromIndependent
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

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
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Why the Left Blames Liberals for Trump's Authoritarianism

The Trump administration's crackdown on academic freedom is framed as a response to anti-Semitism, yet it is rooted in criticism of liberal free speech advocates.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Labour claims to be defending Britain from new threats, but its warfare state is steeped in old thinking | David Edgerton

The Labour government lacks a credible defence strategy, relying on outdated policies and unsubstantiated claims about economic growth through increased military spending.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Saying Trump is dangerous is not enough': Bernie Sanders on Biden, billionaires and why the Democrats failed

Trumpism captures the working-class frustration with the American system, but his solutions will exacerbate the situation, argues Bernie Sanders.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Great News From Congress: Another Democrat Has Gotten a Book Contract!

"The air traffic control system at Newark airport, in Booker's own state, is evidently running on two tin cans and a piece of string that broke in 1993."
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Musk says he's 'disappointed' by Trump's budget bill

I think a bill can be big or it could be beautiful, but I don't know if it could be both.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Canadians are happy to cling to King Charles as long as he keeps us safe from Trump | Jen Gerson

Canadian monarchy, an irrational remnant of colonialism, faces skepticism, yet during crises like King Charles III's visit, the public's affection for it may resurface.
Canada news
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Problem With Old Politicians Goes Way Beyond Biden. Here's What Dems Can Actually Do About It.

Biden's diagnosis raises questions regarding the timing and impacts on his political reputation.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Biden's health scandals: Letters to the Editor - May 23, 2025

Discussion of Biden's health should respect privacy laws; medical conditions are personal matters that shouldn't be speculated upon.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Starmer and his allies spent so long attacking Labour's left, they forgot how to govern | Owen Jones

Keir Starmer's government is deemed a catastrophic failure, having implemented harmful policies leading to increased poverty.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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.
fromThe Local France
3 months 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
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

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

Crockett's critique of Trump focuses on what she sees as his most detrimental policy decisions in his first 100 days, emphasizing their negative impact on governance.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months 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.
fromemptywheel
3 months ago

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

Bondi's memo reversing media policy is flawed due to inaccuracies about sensitive information and out-of-context quotes.
The protection of sensitive information is crucial for governance and law enforcement.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Fox News' Jennifer Griffin Torches Team Trump Over Russia Talks: Putin Is Laughing'

The Trump administration's negotiations with Russia over Ukraine are criticized for lack of expertise and projecting weakness.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Patty Morin's slam on Van Hollen: Letters to the Editor - April 23, 2025

"Sen. Van Hollen's selective indignation reveals his true priority: political theater, not constitutional principle. Americans deserve representatives who champion their constitutional rights with the same fervor shown toward noncitizens."
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Obama's 'profound hypocrisy', ending Hamas' aid racket and other commentary

After former President Barack Obama applauded Harvard University for standing up to the Trump administration in defense of the school's First Amendment rights, Reason's Robby Soave charges Obama with profound hypocrisy, as his administration carried out similar policies that harmed due process on campuses, undermining free speech and academic freedom.
US politics
Arts
from48 hills
3 months ago

Drama Masks: Walking in circles - 48 hills

Humanity struggles to learn from past mistakes, risking a return to environmental disasters and societal issues.
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