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US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 hours ago

CNN's Jake Tapper Torpedoes Trump Demand for War Praise in Late Show Hit

Jake Tapper refuses to congratulate Trump, emphasizing the situation in Iran is not resolved and criticizing the demand for praise.
#trump
fromPoynter
4 hours ago
Media industry

Even when Trump deflects, the job is simple. Keep asking the question. - Poynter

fromFuturism
6 days ago
Right-wing politics

Trump Is Inflicting Massive Damage to His Public Image by Posting Offensive AI Slop

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

PBS Reporter Says Trump Hung Up on Her After She Asked About His Threat About Wiping Out a Civilization'

Media industry
fromPoynter
4 hours ago

Even when Trump deflects, the job is simple. Keep asking the question. - Poynter

Trump's threats against Iran raise concerns about potential war crimes under international law.
Right-wing politics
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Trump Is Inflicting Massive Damage to His Public Image by Posting Offensive AI Slop

Trump's AI image of himself as Jesus healing a man sparked outrage among supporters, leading to its deletion amid accusations of blasphemy.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Trump Claims 'Everybody Knew' About Surprise Ballroom Demo

Donald Trump's ballroom project faces legal challenges, halting aboveground construction until Congress approves.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

PBS Reporter Says Trump Hung Up on Her After She Asked About His Threat About Wiping Out a Civilization'

Trump's controversial statements and abrupt phone call with PBS correspondent highlight tensions surrounding the Iran ceasefire and ongoing conflicts in the region.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

CNN's Smerconish Hits at Remove Trump Crowd in Lengthy Defense: Madness IS the Method'

Michael Smerconish defends Trump, arguing his public persona is a strategic tactic to keep foreign adversaries uncertain while making rational decisions privately.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
#london-elections
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

All you need to know as Merton heads into local elections

Labour retains control in Merton despite losing three seats, while Lib Dems aim to expand their influence in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

What you need to know as Lambeth heads into local elections

Labour may lose control of London councils despite being the largest party, with significant competition from Greens and Liberal Democrats.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What you need to know as Kensington and Chelsea heads into local elections

Labour holds 21 of 32 councils in London, while Conservatives maintain a stronghold in Kensington and Chelsea despite recent electoral shifts.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

All you need to know as Merton heads into local elections

Labour retains control in Merton despite losing three seats, while Lib Dems aim to expand their influence in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

What you need to know as Lambeth heads into local elections

Labour may lose control of London councils despite being the largest party, with significant competition from Greens and Liberal Democrats.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What you need to know as Kensington and Chelsea heads into local elections

Labour holds 21 of 32 councils in London, while Conservatives maintain a stronghold in Kensington and Chelsea despite recent electoral shifts.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
18 hours ago

Democratic Candidate Apologizes for Pro-Gun, Pro-Police Social Media Posts

Bob Brooks, a Democratic congressional candidate, apologized for past social media posts that included pro-gun sentiments and criticism of Colin Kaepernick.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Dan Rather, Sam Donaldson and Others Demand Press Call Trump Out to His Face at Glitzy Dinner in Scorching Letter

Over 250 journalists urge the White House Correspondents' Association to oppose President Trump's attacks on press freedom during the upcoming dinner.
Medicine
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

We Need to Prepare for the Mammoth Task of De-Trumpification

Rebuilding public health and science after Trump's presidency will require significant resources and a long-term commitment.
Higher education
fromPoynter
1 day ago

As statehouse coverage shrinks, student journalists are stepping in to fill the void - Poynter

Student journalists at Franklin College cover the Indiana General Assembly, gaining real-world experience and filling gaps in legislative coverage.
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Pro-Trump AI influencers are flooding social media.

Experts indicate that the creation of A.I. avatars is becoming easier, particularly for contractors and marketing companies that specialize in developing and dispatching these avatars in bulk.
Artificial intelligence
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Megyn Kelly Shreds Trump With Snark Praise Over Strait Deal

Megyn Kelly criticized Trump for misrepresenting the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, which was already open before the war.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Why U.S. Politics Looks Like a Bad Marriage

Political discourse has shifted to personal attacks, resembling damaging communication patterns that threaten the unity of the country.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Mamdani jolts Council race on Manhattan's West Side ahead of early voting | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed Lindsey Boylan in a competitive Manhattan City Council special election, impacting the race dynamics significantly.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
4 days ago

Progressive Media Org Launches Turning Point USA Competitor

Faiz Shakir, executive director of More Perfect Union, stated, 'We're hoping that an economic populist movement for the next generation will start through More Perfect Union on campuses.' This reflects the organization's goal to mobilize students around economic issues.
Right-wing politics
Law
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

A cheat sheet for Berkeleyside's Alameda County district attorney candidates forum

Alameda County voters face a critical decision for district attorney with candidates offering differing approaches and priorities.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
Philosophy
fromHarvard Gazette
5 days ago

Michael Sandel saw it coming - Harvard Gazette

Philosophy addresses significant societal questions, as demonstrated by Michael Sandel's insights on globalization and its impact on community and culture.
Fundraising
fromFortune
6 days ago

Polarized Minnesota politicians find something to agree on: the meat raffle | Fortune

Minnesota's Legislature is likely to increase the meat raffle prize limit from $70 to $200, enhancing fundraising for local charities.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

What you need to know as Hounslow heads into local elections

Hounslow is a diverse London borough with rich history, notable landmarks, and extensive transport links.
#california-gubernatorial-race
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago
SF politics

No One Likes Tom Steyer!' Fox's Brian Kilmeade Suggests Republicans Might Pull Off Inside Straight in California

SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Commentary: Chaos is the leader in California's hot mess of a governor's race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California gubernatorial race leaves a muddled campaign with undecided voters dominating.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

No One Likes Tom Steyer!' Fox's Brian Kilmeade Suggests Republicans Might Pull Off Inside Straight in California

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race may unexpectedly benefit Republicans amid serious allegations against him.
#local-elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago
UK politics

After being doorstepped by a Green canvasser, I know what voters must do to keep out Reform | Zoe Williams

Local elections show a shift in voter sentiment, with potential gains for Reform and challenges for Labour and Tories.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
London politics

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

After being doorstepped by a Green canvasser, I know what voters must do to keep out Reform | Zoe Williams

Local elections show a shift in voter sentiment, with potential gains for Reform and challenges for Labour and Tories.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Fox's Maria Bartiromo Grills Kash Patel About 2020 Election

FBI Director Kash Patel asserts ongoing efforts to investigate claims of 2020 election rigging and corruption against President Trump.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

The future of local TV news has taken a Trumpian turn

Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna hinges on FCC rule changes initiated by Chairman Brendan Carr's deregulatory agenda.
Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Democrats Warned Not to Upset Multi-Million Dollar AI Lobbyists, Even Though It'd Be a Slam Dunk With Voters

The Democratic party's strategy to appeal to conservative voters failed, leading to criticism of prioritizing donors over constituents.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Geraldo Rivera Warns There Will Be a Revolution' Against Republicans Unless War Wraps Up: The Cost Politically to the President Will Be Profound'

The Republican Party risks significant losses in midterm elections if Trump does not resolve the conflict with Iran and lower gas prices soon.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

How to register to vote in local elections with deadline hours away

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of voter registration for upcoming elections.
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

Drowning Out the Noise

On the morning of the Unite the Right rally, I lumbered down the staircase of a Catskills Airbnb rented for a bachelor party to learn that only hours before, a gang of white nationalists stormed the University of Virginia campus wielding Tiki torches and chanting, 'Jews will not replace us.'
Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
3 days ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

I ran because I thought the city was not listening to people. It's really the way the deal was handled that led to this kind of uprising.
US politics
US Elections
fromFast Company
4 days ago

2028 candidates will face a new kind of economic anger

Economic anxiety driven by AI is significantly impacting lower-wage Americans, necessitating urgent adaptation from political candidates.
Media industry
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Don Lemon muses that if Donald Trump can be president, so could he

Don Lemon expressed openness to running for president, emphasizing leadership through humility and expertise.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Federal byelection candidates square off in Scarborough Southwest debate | CBC News

Doly Begum stated, 'After speaking with so many of you over the past few months, I actually decided to run federally because this is a crucial moment for Canada. I'm running to bring Scarborough Southwest's voice to Ottawa.'
Canada news
#social-media
Digital life
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
Digital life
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

What each party is promising in the Westminster council election

Westminster City Council elections on May 7 will likely be a close contest between Conservatives and Labour, with multiple parties fielding candidates.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Two more Reform local election candidates accused of offensive posts

Reform UK's candidate vetting process is inadequate, as evidenced by offensive social media posts from candidates in local elections.
California
fromABC30 Fresno
2 weeks ago

LIVE: California gubernatorial candidate forum being held at Fresno State

The California gubernatorial race features candidate forums focusing on affordability, rural issues, job creation, immigration, and agriculture.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

This Is Not How Presidents Typically Communicate

Donald Trump's rhetoric has transformed the presidential podium into a platform for intimidation, contrasting sharply with previous presidents' more dignified approaches.
#political-advertising
US politics
fromLexington Herald Leader
4 days ago

Are paid influencers boosting KY political campaigns? They don't have to say

Social media influencers promoting political candidates are not legally required to disclose paid endorsements, creating a significant loophole in political advertising regulations.
Social media marketing
fromPhys
1 month ago

Do political social media ads influence the outcome of elections?

Political ads on Facebook and Instagram during the 2020 U.S. election primarily targeted existing supporters rather than persuading new voters, with minimal measurable impact on electoral outcomes.
US politics
fromLexington Herald Leader
4 days ago

Are paid influencers boosting KY political campaigns? They don't have to say

Social media influencers promoting political candidates are not legally required to disclose paid endorsements, creating a significant loophole in political advertising regulations.
Social media marketing
fromPhys
1 month ago

Do political social media ads influence the outcome of elections?

Political ads on Facebook and Instagram during the 2020 U.S. election primarily targeted existing supporters rather than persuading new voters, with minimal measurable impact on electoral outcomes.
Digital life
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

What could six fictional voters teach us about how social media really works?

Exploring online content through six fictional voters during the Senedd election reveals diverse political perspectives and the influence of social media algorithms.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

To My Fellow Journalists: We Need to Do Better

Journalism must urgently address the legitimacy of elections and false claims to protect American democracy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Birmingham is awash with local election candidates but will result be a coalition of chaos'?

Birmingham's local elections face fragmentation with no party expected to win a majority, amid Labour's declining dominance and various candidate challenges.
US Elections
fromNature
5 days ago

'Science needs defending': record number of researchers run for office in US mid-terms

An unprecedented number of US scientists are running for office in response to political actions affecting research funding and science policy.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.
#elections
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
#politics
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
3 weeks ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
3 weeks ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Questions asked and answers given up to a point. Welcome to lo-fi PMQs | John Crace

Keir Starmer showed improvement in responding to Kemi Badenoch's questions during recent Prime Minister's Questions, despite some unresolved issues on defense spending.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Fox's Bill Hemmer Presses Dem Candidate Over Hasan Piker Association: Why Saddle Up With That Individual?'

Campaigning with controversial figures does not imply agreement with their views, according to Abdul El-Sayed's defense of his partnership with Hasan Piker.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Rachel Maddow Reveals What She Would Ask Trump if She Ever Got to Interview Him

Maddow stated, 'I am very disinterested in him as a person.' She emphasized that she does not have an interest in his opinions or in putting him on camera.
US Elections
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

ABC7, USC to host California gubernatorial debate on March 24

ABC7 is partnering with the USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future to host a gubernatorial debate featuring six candidates vying to become California's next governor. "Your Voice, Your Vote: Race for Governor 2026" will take place Tuesday, March 24, at 5 p.m. and will be moderated by ABC7 anchor Marc Brown.
California
#usc
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Top Democrats Reportedly Grapple With Fraught' Question: Should 2028 Nominee Be a Straight White Guy?

Top Democrats are considering a straight, white, Christian man as their next presidential nominee for 2028 due to electoral biases.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

CNN's Kaitlan Collins Torpedoes Trump We've Won' Claim With One Big Question

Kaitlan Collins challenged Trump's claim of victory in Iran by questioning the deployment of additional U.S. troops.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Scott Jennings and Val Demings Throw Down On CNN Panel

Scott Jennings and Val Demings engaged in a heated debate on CNN regarding President Trump's objectives in Iran, requiring intervention from the host.
Humor
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

I Will Be Your Next President

A leader prioritizes personal downtime, staged appearances, curt media interactions, and performative empathy while delegating substantive crisis management to aides.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Have Better Political Conversations

The principle of intellectual charity is fundamental to constructive political conversations. This principle states that, in any discussion, we should accept the best version of an opponent's ideas, not a distorted version or a "straw man." Exaggeration and distortion of opposing opinions (always present, to some degree, in political debates) have become the standard form of political argument in contemporary America.
Philosophy
#california-gubernatorial-debate
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Embracing Intellectual Humility in Political Conversations

Intellectual humility recognizes knowledge limits, seeks other perspectives, and restrains certainty, tribalism, extremism, and contempt in political judgment.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on violent online rhetoric: all politicians have a duty to set a civil tone | Editorial

Politicians must exercise judgment before sharing social media content, as false posts and violent rhetoric endanger public figures and discourage political participation.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

The Carlson-Huckabee interview may be the wake-up call Americans needed

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee expressed positions suggesting American officials may prioritize Israeli interests over US interests, intensifying 'Israel first' versus 'America first' concerns.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

The Most Important Thing Democrats Can Do to Stop Trump

Retaking the Senate is the single best bulwark to halt MAGA and preserve democratic institutions despite Democratic vulnerabilities in 2026.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The rise of vice-signalling: how hatred poisoned politics

Vice-signalling uses taboo-breaking, aggressive moral displays to assert authenticity and political courage, and is distinct from virtue-signalling’s performative courtesy.
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