Party of one: Donald Trump's 75 minutes at CPAC talking about himselfDonald Trump at CPAC presented himself as a dominant figure, underscoring his belief in a personal political resurrection and a vendetta against adversaries.
Key takeaways as Donald Trump is sworn in as 47th US presidentDonald Trump began his second presidency with a confrontational inaugural speech, promising significant policy reversals and portraying himself as a victim of political corruption.
The Weird New Normal of Donald Trump in 2024Trump's Christmas greeting embodies absurd and alarming political rhetoric while revealing a growing indifference among critics.There is a resignation among the public regarding Trump's potential return to the Oval Office.
Is Trump Really the New McKinley?Trump aims to elevate McKinley's historical significance, drawing parallels between their visions for American greatness.
Trump's Supposed Unity Message Is a Gloating Threat of MAGA TriumphantTrump's second inaugural address echoed themes of his first, lacking true change or unity, despite aides' promises for a kinder, gentler tone.
Trump's wild threats put press freedom in the crosshairs in second termTrump could limit press freedoms in a potential second term, raising alarm among advocates and legal experts.
Party of one: Donald Trump's 75 minutes at CPAC talking about himselfDonald Trump at CPAC presented himself as a dominant figure, underscoring his belief in a personal political resurrection and a vendetta against adversaries.
Key takeaways as Donald Trump is sworn in as 47th US presidentDonald Trump began his second presidency with a confrontational inaugural speech, promising significant policy reversals and portraying himself as a victim of political corruption.
The Weird New Normal of Donald Trump in 2024Trump's Christmas greeting embodies absurd and alarming political rhetoric while revealing a growing indifference among critics.There is a resignation among the public regarding Trump's potential return to the Oval Office.
Is Trump Really the New McKinley?Trump aims to elevate McKinley's historical significance, drawing parallels between their visions for American greatness.
Trump's Supposed Unity Message Is a Gloating Threat of MAGA TriumphantTrump's second inaugural address echoed themes of his first, lacking true change or unity, despite aides' promises for a kinder, gentler tone.
Trump's wild threats put press freedom in the crosshairs in second termTrump could limit press freedoms in a potential second term, raising alarm among advocates and legal experts.
Rep. Garcia draws scrutiny from Trump Justice official over his Musk commentsGarcia's inflammatory comments about Musk draw federal scrutiny, raising concerns over free speech and political rhetoric.
Elon Musk Deletes Tweet Agreeing With Alex Jones The LA Fires Are Part of a Globalist Plot' to Trigger U.S. CollapseElon Musk's tweet about LA fires reflects a growing acceptance of conspiracy theories among influential public figures.
CNN Anchor Warns Americans Not to Dismiss' As Bluster' Elon Musk's Latest ThreatMusk's threat against Vindman reflects dangerous political rhetoric that includes calls for extreme measures like the death penalty.
Spain's Deputy PM Overreacts to Elon Musk's gesture during inaugurationYolanda Diaz criticized Elon Musk's perceived gesture at Trump's inauguration as similar to a Nazi salute, leading to her departure from platform X.
Rep. Garcia draws scrutiny from Trump Justice official over his Musk commentsGarcia's inflammatory comments about Musk draw federal scrutiny, raising concerns over free speech and political rhetoric.
Elon Musk Deletes Tweet Agreeing With Alex Jones The LA Fires Are Part of a Globalist Plot' to Trigger U.S. CollapseElon Musk's tweet about LA fires reflects a growing acceptance of conspiracy theories among influential public figures.
CNN Anchor Warns Americans Not to Dismiss' As Bluster' Elon Musk's Latest ThreatMusk's threat against Vindman reflects dangerous political rhetoric that includes calls for extreme measures like the death penalty.
Spain's Deputy PM Overreacts to Elon Musk's gesture during inaugurationYolanda Diaz criticized Elon Musk's perceived gesture at Trump's inauguration as similar to a Nazi salute, leading to her departure from platform X.
Jenrick and Philp put UK judges' lives at risk' with attacks on integrity, former extremism tsar saysPoliticians' attacks on judges' integrity threaten their safety, according to the outgoing extremism tsar.Judges are fulfilling their legal responsibilities, not pursuing ideological agendas.
Trump Is Taking His War on Immigrants to Despicable New LowsThe Trump administration's rhetoric continues to frame undocumented immigrants as dangerous criminals, reinforcing harmful stereotypes.
Fact-Checking Trump's 2025 Inaugural AddressTrump continued to push false narratives about the 2020 election during his second inauguration.
Why Trump, GOP Response to New Orleans Attack Is Misleading, DisturbingMisinformation can escalate political rhetoric, as seen with the false narratives surrounding the New Orleans terror attack.Leading conservative figures quickly manipulated an inaccurate news report to further their anti-immigrant agenda.
Haitians in Springfield try to keep fears in check as Trump takes officeHaitian immigrants in Springfield, buoyed by temporary protected status, remain optimistic despite Trump's rhetoric against immigrants.
How a Fox News report fueled false claims about the New Orleans suspect. He was a US citizen. - PoynterMisinformation about Jabbar's immigration status spread rapidly after the attack, causing a political outcry and revealing dangers of unverified claims.
Jenrick and Philp put UK judges' lives at risk' with attacks on integrity, former extremism tsar saysPoliticians' attacks on judges' integrity threaten their safety, according to the outgoing extremism tsar.Judges are fulfilling their legal responsibilities, not pursuing ideological agendas.
Trump Is Taking His War on Immigrants to Despicable New LowsThe Trump administration's rhetoric continues to frame undocumented immigrants as dangerous criminals, reinforcing harmful stereotypes.
Fact-Checking Trump's 2025 Inaugural AddressTrump continued to push false narratives about the 2020 election during his second inauguration.
Why Trump, GOP Response to New Orleans Attack Is Misleading, DisturbingMisinformation can escalate political rhetoric, as seen with the false narratives surrounding the New Orleans terror attack.Leading conservative figures quickly manipulated an inaccurate news report to further their anti-immigrant agenda.
Haitians in Springfield try to keep fears in check as Trump takes officeHaitian immigrants in Springfield, buoyed by temporary protected status, remain optimistic despite Trump's rhetoric against immigrants.
How a Fox News report fueled false claims about the New Orleans suspect. He was a US citizen. - PoynterMisinformation about Jabbar's immigration status spread rapidly after the attack, causing a political outcry and revealing dangers of unverified claims.
Senate GOP Leader Shrivels When Asked About Trump's Dictator' Comment: The President Speaks for Himself'Sen. Thune avoids commenting on Trump's claims about Zelensky while emphasizing a peaceful resolution in Ukraine.
In this age of rage, it's easy for Trump to keep stoking people's anger | Henry PorterAnger and grievance are essential for maintaining MAGA populism and Trump’s influence over supporters.
Trump's 'Unprecedented and Powerful Mandate' Is a LieTrump's claim of an unprecedented mandate following his election victory lacks historical precedent and is contradicted by recent election results.
Trump points at diversity initiatives as possible cause of plane crashTrump speculated on political blame for a deadly crash while acknowledging it's too soon for conclusions.
What Trump has in store for Latinos: Mass deportations, no more humanitarian parole or DACA, and other threatsTrump's victory hinged on Latino support, contradicting traditional Democratic loyalty amid a backdrop of anti-immigration rhetoric.
Why does Donald Trump want to pardon the rioters from the January 6 attack?Trump continues to rally his support base by framing the January 6 rioters as patriots, while preparing to return to the presidency amidst past grievances.
Senate GOP Leader Shrivels When Asked About Trump's Dictator' Comment: The President Speaks for Himself'Sen. Thune avoids commenting on Trump's claims about Zelensky while emphasizing a peaceful resolution in Ukraine.
In this age of rage, it's easy for Trump to keep stoking people's anger | Henry PorterAnger and grievance are essential for maintaining MAGA populism and Trump’s influence over supporters.
Trump's 'Unprecedented and Powerful Mandate' Is a LieTrump's claim of an unprecedented mandate following his election victory lacks historical precedent and is contradicted by recent election results.
Trump points at diversity initiatives as possible cause of plane crashTrump speculated on political blame for a deadly crash while acknowledging it's too soon for conclusions.
What Trump has in store for Latinos: Mass deportations, no more humanitarian parole or DACA, and other threatsTrump's victory hinged on Latino support, contradicting traditional Democratic loyalty amid a backdrop of anti-immigration rhetoric.
Why does Donald Trump want to pardon the rioters from the January 6 attack?Trump continues to rally his support base by framing the January 6 rioters as patriots, while preparing to return to the presidency amidst past grievances.
Kemi Badenoch thinks pronouns are 'about control'Kemi Badenoch asserts that pronouns and progressive policies are about control, claiming that Western civilization is in crisis due to progressive beliefs.
Trump Laid Groundwork for "Muslim Ban 2.0." Here's How Organizers Are Bracing.Trump's rhetoric targeted Muslims post-New Orleans attack, ignoring the facts of the alleged perpetrator's identity and background.
Donald Trump, Elon Musk and the threat to press freedomTrump's second term could severely threaten US press freedom with increased legal harassment and political hostility directed towards journalists.
The Media Spawned McCarthyism. Now History Is Repeating ItselfDonald Trump's presidency is marked by fear and loyalty tests reminiscent of McCarthyism, reflecting historical patterns of political paranoia.
Fiery Directives Under Trump's Justice Dept. Signal a Significant ShiftThe Justice Department under Pam Bondi is shifting towards political rhetoric and intimidating career officials.There is a demand for loyalty among Justice Department employees to Trump, contrasting with traditional practices.
Far-Right Lawyer Trump Is Considering for AG Says He Want to Drag Dead Political Bodies Through the Streets': F*ck Unity'Mike Davis's provocative rhetoric raises concerns about targeting political opponents during Trump's potential second term.
Trump picks Steven Cheung to run White House communicationsSteven Cheung is appointed as communications director for the White House, known for his combative rhetoric and previous experience with Trump's campaigns.
Trump Laid Groundwork for "Muslim Ban 2.0." Here's How Organizers Are Bracing.Trump's rhetoric targeted Muslims post-New Orleans attack, ignoring the facts of the alleged perpetrator's identity and background.
Donald Trump, Elon Musk and the threat to press freedomTrump's second term could severely threaten US press freedom with increased legal harassment and political hostility directed towards journalists.
The Media Spawned McCarthyism. Now History Is Repeating ItselfDonald Trump's presidency is marked by fear and loyalty tests reminiscent of McCarthyism, reflecting historical patterns of political paranoia.
Fiery Directives Under Trump's Justice Dept. Signal a Significant ShiftThe Justice Department under Pam Bondi is shifting towards political rhetoric and intimidating career officials.There is a demand for loyalty among Justice Department employees to Trump, contrasting with traditional practices.
Far-Right Lawyer Trump Is Considering for AG Says He Want to Drag Dead Political Bodies Through the Streets': F*ck Unity'Mike Davis's provocative rhetoric raises concerns about targeting political opponents during Trump's potential second term.
Trump picks Steven Cheung to run White House communicationsSteven Cheung is appointed as communications director for the White House, known for his combative rhetoric and previous experience with Trump's campaigns.
Trust, Truth & Political ConversationsPolitical discourse intertwines trust and truth, shaping our understanding of humanity and influencing both individual and collective viewpoints.
Will Baby Boomers Really Suck Social Security Dry?The baby boomer generation's impact on Social Security may be overstated and politicized.
Opinion: Democrats need a bigger tent on abortionThe Democrats' focus on abortion rights may have alienated voters who prioritized economic issues in the last election.
New York Democrat Nukes His Own Party After Harris Defeat: Trump Has No Greater Friend Than The Far Left'Rep. Ritchie Torres critiques Democrats for failing to recognize political realities, emphasizing the alienation caused by the far left's rhetoric.
Opinion: Democrats need a bigger tent on abortionThe Democrats' focus on abortion rights may have alienated voters who prioritized economic issues in the last election.
New York Democrat Nukes His Own Party After Harris Defeat: Trump Has No Greater Friend Than The Far Left'Rep. Ritchie Torres critiques Democrats for failing to recognize political realities, emphasizing the alienation caused by the far left's rhetoric.
Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel slammed for violent video featuring images of Pete Buttigieg, Rachel Levine, moreOpposition to Kash Patel's FBI nomination is intensifying due to troubling conduct and inflammatory content he shared.
What The? Trump Adviser Says Kash Patel Will Take Democrats To Pound Town'The confirmation hearing for FBI director nominee Kash Patel raises concerns about his aggressive political intentions.
Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel slammed for violent video featuring images of Pete Buttigieg, Rachel Levine, moreOpposition to Kash Patel's FBI nomination is intensifying due to troubling conduct and inflammatory content he shared.
What The? Trump Adviser Says Kash Patel Will Take Democrats To Pound Town'The confirmation hearing for FBI director nominee Kash Patel raises concerns about his aggressive political intentions.
Pat Stacey: Just one small moment raises a smile for TV viewers as Donald Trump inauguration qualifies as 'weird sh*t'George W. Bush's reaction to Trump's inauguration speech highlights widespread confusion about Trump's unorthodox political style.
Trump's inauguration word choices give insight into Trump 2.0Trump's inaugural address reflects a warmer tone while retaining key policy priorities, signaling what to expect from his new term.
The Guardian view on Donald Trump's inauguration: fear, division and the facade of national populism | EditorialTrump's inauguration speech was a facade of unity masking a divisive call to arms, emphasizing fear over hope and showcasing his ambitions for power.
A Threat About The Future': Local News Anchor Reveals The Most Chilling' Rationalization of Jan. 6th AttackHistorical revisionism post-January 6th threatens public perception of democracy, emphasizing the importance of truthful memory over political narratives.
Politicians' inflammatory language' part of failure to tackle extremism, UK report findsPoliticians' inflammatory rhetoric exacerbates extremism and undermines democratic trust in the UK.
A Threat About The Future': Local News Anchor Reveals The Most Chilling' Rationalization of Jan. 6th AttackHistorical revisionism post-January 6th threatens public perception of democracy, emphasizing the importance of truthful memory over political narratives.
Politicians' inflammatory language' part of failure to tackle extremism, UK report findsPoliticians' inflammatory rhetoric exacerbates extremism and undermines democratic trust in the UK.
What will Trump do in power? podcastTrump became the first president in 150 years to win office after being voted out, signaling a divided electorate.
The Very Real, Very Dangerous Coming Assault on Birthright CitizenshipHistorical fears of 'invaders' have influenced opposition to birthright citizenship, similar to modern political rhetoric.
Letter from the Editor: Alien | Berlin Art LinkTrump's election and rhetoric revive fears surrounding immigration policies, notably the Alien Enemies Act.
What will Trump do in power? podcastTrump became the first president in 150 years to win office after being voted out, signaling a divided electorate.
The Very Real, Very Dangerous Coming Assault on Birthright CitizenshipHistorical fears of 'invaders' have influenced opposition to birthright citizenship, similar to modern political rhetoric.
Letter from the Editor: Alien | Berlin Art LinkTrump's election and rhetoric revive fears surrounding immigration policies, notably the Alien Enemies Act.
President-Elect Trump Reacts to Deadly Attack in New OrleansThe start of 2025 saw multiple tragic violent incidents in the USA, prompting discussions about crime, leadership, and national security.
Tory focus on immigration helped stoke riots, equalities committee chair saysPolitical rhetoric and asylum processing delays contributed to community tensions leading to riots in August.
Shifting the American Relationship With FirearmsAmerica's gun culture has shifted from practicality to a near-religious reverence, complicating responses to gun violence.
No, President Yoon's attempted coup was not a desperate act of nostalgiaYoon Suk-yeol's martial law declaration indicates a resurgence of authoritarianism in South Korea, revealing misplaced assumptions about its obsolescence.
Beyond Civility & IncivilityThe current divide in political rhetoric extends to disagreements on whether to prioritize civility or embrace incivility as a form of resistance.
Childless Cat Lady' Taylor Swift tops Yale list of 2024's most notable quotationsThis year's notable quotations from Yale reflect societal sentiments through humor, politics, and controversy.
The Christian Case for Happy HolidaysEncouraging a broader, inclusive greeting like 'Happy holidays' respects diverse beliefs and acknowledges the variety of celebrations during the holiday season.
Freedom by Angela Merkel review her lips are sealedPolitical dullness is a norm in post-war German politics, exemplified by Angela Merkel's memoirs.
Paranoid style of American politics should be Europe's wake-up callDemocracy relies on collective consensus rather than just on strong leaders' rhetoric.
Dems' post-election meltdown: Letters to the Editor - Nov. 13, 2024Democratic leaders are out of touch with Americans' needs, leading to a backlash in the recent election.
Fox's Howard Kurtz Confronts Lara Trump For Attacking Democrat Mudslinging' While Dismissing Trump InsultsLara Trump claims that Kamala Harris lost due to Democrats' excessive character attacks instead of offering constructive policies.Kurtz confronts Lara Trump about the hypocrisy of their political rhetoric.
The New York Times tech strike and more: Letters to the Editor - Nov. 10, 2024The New York Times is criticized as no longer upholding its historic commitment to objective journalism.
Project 2025 chief's book urges burning' of FBI, New York Times and Boy ScoutsRoberts advocates burning away perceived liberal influence in American institutions through incendiary language and imagery in his new book.
Far-Right Donald Trump Supporters Celebrate His Victory with Violent Memes and Calls for ExecutionsBannon's remarks underscored ongoing tensions about the 2020 election and revealed a rise in aggressive rhetoric and misogyny in post-election discourse.
Marjorie Taylor Greene and Lauren Boebert re-elected to congressMarjorie Taylor Greene and Lauren Boebert secure further terms in Congress, reflecting continued support amidst controversial beliefs and rhetoric.