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How the GOP Got From Reagan to Trump

Trumpism can be traced back to Reagan and earlier conservative figures, shaping the current Republican Party dynamics.

Opinion | Trump's Biggest Con: Pretending to Support American Workers

Trump's political con involves misrepresenting himself as a friend of working Americans while promoting hollow economic policies.

I've been to more than 100 Trump rallies since 2016. This is why I think he won | Oliver Laughland

Donald Trump's anticipated second presidency reflects deep ideological divides within the MAGA movement, rooted in chaos and controversy.

What Melania Trump's Decision to Speak Out on Abortion Says About the GOP

Melania Trump's recent statements indicate a significant shift in her public stance on abortion rights, contrasting with previous Republican First Ladies and their political silence.

Republicans Rip The Late Justice O'Connor As 'Undistinguished'

The Republican Party shifted towards embracing Trump over traditional conservatism.
Conservatives rejected honoring Sandra Day O'Connor due to her moderate views.

How the GOP Got From Reagan to Trump

Trumpism can be traced back to Reagan and earlier conservative figures, shaping the current Republican Party dynamics.

Opinion | Trump's Biggest Con: Pretending to Support American Workers

Trump's political con involves misrepresenting himself as a friend of working Americans while promoting hollow economic policies.

I've been to more than 100 Trump rallies since 2016. This is why I think he won | Oliver Laughland

Donald Trump's anticipated second presidency reflects deep ideological divides within the MAGA movement, rooted in chaos and controversy.

What Melania Trump's Decision to Speak Out on Abortion Says About the GOP

Melania Trump's recent statements indicate a significant shift in her public stance on abortion rights, contrasting with previous Republican First Ladies and their political silence.

Republicans Rip The Late Justice O'Connor As 'Undistinguished'

The Republican Party shifted towards embracing Trump over traditional conservatism.
Conservatives rejected honoring Sandra Day O'Connor due to her moderate views.
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Are you a working person or a fat cat? You'll find out in this week's budget | Gaby Hinsliff

The concept of 'worker' is a state of mind rather than solely a socio-economic classification.
#donald-trump

Opinion | What Is It That the Generals Are Telling Us About Trump?

General Milley's characterization of Trump aligns with others labeling him a fascist due to his authoritarian tendencies.

What is fascism? And why does Harris say Trump is a fascist?

Kamala Harris identifies Trump as a fascist, rejecting authoritarian leadership in the U.S. presidential context.

Opinion | What Is It That the Generals Are Telling Us About Trump?

General Milley's characterization of Trump aligns with others labeling him a fascist due to his authoritarian tendencies.

What is fascism? And why does Harris say Trump is a fascist?

Kamala Harris identifies Trump as a fascist, rejecting authoritarian leadership in the U.S. presidential context.
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#education

Pocket Watching Trump Judge Wants To Control Law School Donations

Judges are increasingly imposing ideological preferences on law schools regarding curricula and faculty diversity under the guise of promoting Originalism.

I spent a year in NYC's museums -and found them drowning in identity politics

Museums are increasingly perceived as promoting political ideologies over their original mission to protect and showcase human heritage.

Pocket Watching Trump Judge Wants To Control Law School Donations

Judges are increasingly imposing ideological preferences on law schools regarding curricula and faculty diversity under the guise of promoting Originalism.

I spent a year in NYC's museums -and found them drowning in identity politics

Museums are increasingly perceived as promoting political ideologies over their original mission to protect and showcase human heritage.
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How the Christian Right Is Hijacking America

Josh Hawley advocates a revival of Christian nationalism as a foundation for American identity, dismissing opposition as adversarial in a spiritual war.
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Kamala Harris' VP pick Tim Walz completes the progressives' takeover of the Democratic Party

Democrats are offering a far-left ticket with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, lacking ideological diversity compared to previous years.

Gay Republicans whine about "homophobia" after being charged a cover at LGBTQ+ bar - LGBTQ Nation

Three Republican gay men claim discrimination after being charged a cover at an LGBTQ+ bar, while others entered for free, highlighting political biases.
Guggenheim and others accuse the bar of 'homophobia' towards conservatives, raising questions about inclusiveness in LGBTQ+ spaces.

Kamala Harris' VP pick Tim Walz completes the progressives' takeover of the Democratic Party

Democrats are offering a far-left ticket with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, lacking ideological diversity compared to previous years.

Gay Republicans whine about "homophobia" after being charged a cover at LGBTQ+ bar - LGBTQ Nation

Three Republican gay men claim discrimination after being charged a cover at an LGBTQ+ bar, while others entered for free, highlighting political biases.
Guggenheim and others accuse the bar of 'homophobia' towards conservatives, raising questions about inclusiveness in LGBTQ+ spaces.
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#social-justice

New study finds top medical schools value left-wing activism over science

Medical students are increasingly studying social justice and diversity over traditional medical science, potentially impacting healthcare quality.

Watchdog blows up sham of Queers for Palestine and other leftist insanity

Advocacy for LGBTQ rights contradicts support for regimes that persecute LGBTQ individuals, as highlighted by a challenge to hold a pride parade in Gaza.

New study finds top medical schools value left-wing activism over science

Medical students are increasingly studying social justice and diversity over traditional medical science, potentially impacting healthcare quality.

Watchdog blows up sham of Queers for Palestine and other leftist insanity

Advocacy for LGBTQ rights contradicts support for regimes that persecute LGBTQ individuals, as highlighted by a challenge to hold a pride parade in Gaza.
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#liberalism

How the Last Eight Years Made Young Women More Liberal

Young women 18-29 are significantly more liberal than previous generations, unlike their male counterparts.
The gender gap in political ideology among young voters has widened since 2016.

Como los ultimos ocho anos han hecho a las jovenes mas liberales

Women aged 18-29 have become significantly more liberal since 2016, contrasting with the stable views of their male peers.

How to Make an Argument That's Actually Persuasive

People generally struggle to persuade those with opposing views by failing to address their core values.

How the Last Eight Years Made Young Women More Liberal

Young women 18-29 are significantly more liberal than previous generations, unlike their male counterparts.
The gender gap in political ideology among young voters has widened since 2016.

Como los ultimos ocho anos han hecho a las jovenes mas liberales

Women aged 18-29 have become significantly more liberal since 2016, contrasting with the stable views of their male peers.

How to Make an Argument That's Actually Persuasive

People generally struggle to persuade those with opposing views by failing to address their core values.
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The Democrats Preventing the Most From Getting Done

Bipartisan Republicans can still thrive despite strong ideological beliefs, illustrated by senators such as Susan Collins and Mike Braun.

Former archbishop warns it may be impossible' to represent Lib Dems and be Christian

Religious representation in the Liberal Democrats is under threat due to recent deselections and ideological shifts within the party.
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May the force of hypocrisy be with Darth Cheney and two-faced Kamala!

Dick Cheney's endorsement of Kamala Harris marks a shocking shift in political alliances, highlighting the unpredictable nature of current U.S. politics.

The Powell Memo Helped Create Project 2025

Lewis Powell was perceived as a moderate Supreme Court Justice, but his moderation did not extend to economic matters impacting big business.

Pro-Hamas protesters are heirs to decades' worth of anti-West propaganda

The protest against Israel amidst rising antisemitism marks a concerning rise in hate reminiscent of historical fascism.

Goldberg: Tracing the unnerving changeability of JD Vance

Vance's constant search for father figures shaped his childhood and influenced his adult relationships, including his ideological alignment with strong male figures.

Texas lawmakers applaud crackdown by UT Austin president

Fifty-one Texas lawmakers support University of Texas-Austin president amidst criticism from the local AAUP chapter.

Opinion | The Price We Pay for Having Upper-Class Legislators

There is a coordinated effort to weaken child labor laws in multiple states, reflecting a broader trend of concentrating power in employers' hands.

The Myth of the Gen Z Gender Divide

Young men and women are perceived as more politically divided than ever before based on recent headlines.
Initial claims of a significant gender divide in political ideology between young men and women have come under scrutiny and may not be as prevalent as suggested.

Ex Neighbours star Holly Valance rants about c**p left' at Liz Truss PopCon launch

Holly Valance supports Jacob Rees-Mogg for prime minister and criticizes left-wing political ideas.
Valance praises Liz Truss and other conservative speakers at the launch of her Popular Conservatism group.

The Looming Contest Between Two Presidents and Two Americas

The upcoming election represents a clash of two presidents representing profoundly different versions of America.
The election is not just about ideology, but also about race, religion, culture, economics, and identity.

So who are the consistent news avoiders?

Consistent news avoiders tend to have common traits, including being young, women, and from lower socioeconomic classes.
Political ideology also plays a role, with news avoidance more common on the right in the US and on the left in other parts of the world.
The divide between those deeply involved in politics and those largely indifferent towards it is another important factor in news avoidance.
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