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fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago
US politics

You Sound Woke': Newsom's Office Mocks Tomi Lahren's Pearl Clutching At Nancy Mace Insult

Gavin Newsom's office accused Tomi Lahren of sounding woke while engaging in a social media exchange about GOP voter registration in Pennsylvania.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago
SF politics

Gavin Newsom Hits Back at Critics of His Bannon, Kirk Podcast Interviews: Exhibit A' of Democratic Party's Problems

Gavin Newsom highlights the Democratic Party's reluctance to engage with opposing views as a key issue affecting its current challenges.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Gavin Newsom Hits Back at Critics of His Bannon, Kirk Podcast Interviews: Exhibit A' of Democratic Party's Problems

Gavin Newsom highlights the Democratic Party's reluctance to engage with opposing views as a key issue affecting its current challenges.
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

On the Power of Small Acts of Noncompliance

There is no one magical thing that can be done to stop them, and no set of actions any single person can take to halt the enshittification of our country.
Social justice
LGBT
fromMashable
1 week ago

The unseen risks creators face when they get political

Influencers face pressure to speak out on social issues while balancing potential risks to their careers and audience engagement.
US news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

MP creates an AI version of himself and encourages constituents to embrace' it

The UK's first virtual MP, AI Mark, encourages constituents to embrace artificial intelligence in politics.
#progressive-politics
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

Zohran Mamdani Won, and 10,000 People Signed Up to Run for Office

Zohran Mamdani's victory inspired a significant surge in young candidates expressing interest in political office.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Meet the pensioners risking lengthy prison terms to support Palestine Action

Quality journalism requires financial support to ensure accessible, balanced reporting on important social and political issues.
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How leaders can be transparent about their belief systems without alienating anyone

CEO activism has transformed expectations of corporate leaders, who must now address societal issues beyond their industry, facing both rewards and risks.
Business
NYC music
fromAnOther
4 weeks ago

50 Questions with The Gilded Cage Star Morgan Spector

Morgan Spector plays George Russell in The Gilded Age, embodying a complex character amid 1880s New York's wealth and social dynamics.
fromWest Side Rag
1 month ago

An Upper West Sider's Life of Activism: From Vietnam to Trump

Geiger, who has lived on the Upper West Side for 55 years, has literally gone to thousands of marches, rallies, sit-ins, and protests across the country for progressive causes.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The world's oldest president is running again: can anyone stop him from winning?

Gambling and betting are rising in popularity in Cameroon amid economic challenges, with young people feeling disillusioned about government support.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

IRS says churches can now endorse political candidates. Miami faith leaders weigh in

The IRS is reversing its policy, allowing religious institutions to endorse political candidates without losing tax-exempt status, a move that has divided faith leaders and advocacy groups.
US politics
#voting-age
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Pulpit Wasn't Made for This

Churches have the moral obligation to engage with social justice and political issues, as historical participation has shaped their existence. However, endorsing candidates risks divisiveness and detracts from spiritual missions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

MPs and political candidates face industrial' levels of abuse, minister says

Rushanara Ali stated that MPs are experiencing industrial levels of intimidation and harassment, with a disturbing increase in hostility impacting political participation among young individuals.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Britons should be forced to vote, says influential charity as turnouts drop

Low voter turnout in Britain is undermining democracy and enabling the rise of right-wing populism.
LGBT
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Mannequin Pussy Won't Let Their Audiences Succumb to 2025's Bullshit

Mannequin Pussy advocates for authenticity and liberation while critiquing societal pressures in their music and public statements.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

The Declaration of Independence Called George III a Tyrant. It's Just as Applicable to Trump Today.

Mercy Otis Warren advocated for a republican government and warned against the risks of monarchy and tyranny.
#tiktok
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Social media marketing

TikTok could be making you more politically polarized. Here's how

TikTok fosters political echo chambers, where users follow accounts aligning with their beliefs, particularly within right-leaning communities.
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago
US Elections

What did the parties say on TikTok in the election, and how? Here's the campaign broken down in 5 charts

TikTok significantly influences young voter engagement in elections, with parties tailoring content to appeal specifically to this demographic.
US Elections
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago

What did the parties say on TikTok in the election, and how? Here's the campaign broken down in 5 charts

TikTok significantly influences young voter engagement in elections, with parties tailoring content to appeal specifically to this demographic.
US politics
fromInc
1 month ago

Zohran Mamdani's Primary Win Is a Warning to Every Legacy Brand

Startups are achieving major successes while political outsider Mamdani defeated established politician Cuomo, highlighting shifts in consumer behavior and political engagement.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Do Liberals Protest More Than Conservatives?

According to the American Civil Liberties Union, which helped to organize the protest, the number of participants exceeded 5 million, which would make it the third largest single-day protest in the history of the United States.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
7 years ago

What Your State Is Doing To Beef Up Civics Education

States are expanding civics education in schools to combat ignorance and strengthen democracy.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Meet Ireland's newest generation of politicians: 'Young people want radical change. The patience is wearing thin'

Rachel Hartigan acknowledged the challenges of youth in politics, stating, 'Often, voters were stunned to see someone my age running; they questioned my credibility at first.'
US Elections
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

'Scary times': Ben Crump and Rep. Jasmine Crockett speak to Miami Gardens residents

Political engagement and community building are crucial for Black America's progress, emphasized by leaders at the People's Meetup Town Hall.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Visit A National Park, Monument, Or Historic Site This Summer To Show Your Support And Retain Your Sanity - Above the Law

Every day, some new outrage shows unequivocally that the president of the United States does not respect this country's founding documents, does not care about those who sacrificed on its behalf, and disdains the working people who keep it running.
US politics
fromBerlin Art Link
2 months ago

Preview 'Sportfest' at Ballhaus Ost | Berlin Art Link

Throughout the program, performers draw on the aesthetics and rituals of sport to confront its often-overlooked emotional and political dimensions.
Berlin music
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Survey says fraught political moment explains bump in law school applicants | amNewYork

Law school applications are rising due to a surge in political engagement among pre-law students influenced by recent political events.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Pope Leo XIV was an active Republican primary voter and voted in 2024 presidential election

Pope Leo XIV, previously Cardinal Robert Prevost, actively participated in Republican primaries and general elections from 2012 to 2024, reflecting his political engagement.
US Elections
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Says He's Just Gotten Started,' and Anti-Tourism Tactics in Europe

Trump marked 100 days of his second term at a rally, emphasizing accomplishments and connection with supporters.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Chris Mason: A wildly unpredictable local elections

This year's local elections are significant but may lack engagement due to limited contests and a general sense of despondency.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Moral panic' about new media's influence on young voters underplays their interest in politics, creators say

Young Australians are politically engaged but seek meaningful discussions on systemic issues rather than traditional party politics.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

1,200 Sign Up for a Manhattan Town Hall

High interest in town hall meeting reflects anger toward the Trump administration.
The lack of venue capacity points to increased political engagement among constituents.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Trump's political bullying of Harvard will do nothing to foster diversity of thought | Kenan Malik

Encouraging intellectual engagement and viewpoint diversity in universities is essential for combating echo chambers.
#canada-elections
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago
SF LGBT

2SLGBTQ+ Canadians want politicians this federal election to commit to safeguarding rights | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago
SF LGBT

2SLGBTQ+ Canadians want politicians this federal election to commit to safeguarding rights | CBC News

NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

The Child Care Crisis Is Motivating These New York City Voters

The rise of the child care voter is transforming New York City politics as parents advocate for affordable child care solutions.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Biden reminisces about seeing 'colored kids' go to segregated schools in first post-presidency speech

I remember seeing kids going by, at the time called 'colored kids,' on a bus go by - they never turned right to go to Claymont High School.
US politics
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