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Nancy Pelosi Roasts Bernie Sanders For Claiming Dems Abandoned Working Class: I Don't Respect Him Saying That'

Nancy Pelosi strongly defends the Democratic Party's commitment to working-class families against criticisms from Bernie Sanders.

Bernie Sanders Is Right: Democrats Have Abandoned the Working Class

Bernie Sanders argues the Democratic Party has alienated working-class voters and questions if party leaders will learn from their electoral losses.

Bernie Sanders has some scathing advice for Democrats after the 2024 election

Democrats must prioritize working-class issues to regain support and address economic inequality.

Bernie Sanders: Democrats shouldn't be surprised middle class 'abandoned' its 'disastrous campaign' for Trump

The Democratic Party's failure to engage with working-class voters contributed to their electoral loss.

Sunday Snapshot: Democrats do some soul-searching

The Democratic Party needs to prioritize the working class to regain lost support.

'The working class has abandoned them': Bernie Sanders on where Democrats went wrong with Kamala Harris's election campaign

Bernie Sanders criticizes the Democratic Party for neglecting working-class issues and warns they risk losing support as a result.

Nancy Pelosi Roasts Bernie Sanders For Claiming Dems Abandoned Working Class: I Don't Respect Him Saying That'

Nancy Pelosi strongly defends the Democratic Party's commitment to working-class families against criticisms from Bernie Sanders.

Bernie Sanders Is Right: Democrats Have Abandoned the Working Class

Bernie Sanders argues the Democratic Party has alienated working-class voters and questions if party leaders will learn from their electoral losses.

Bernie Sanders has some scathing advice for Democrats after the 2024 election

Democrats must prioritize working-class issues to regain support and address economic inequality.

Bernie Sanders: Democrats shouldn't be surprised middle class 'abandoned' its 'disastrous campaign' for Trump

The Democratic Party's failure to engage with working-class voters contributed to their electoral loss.

Sunday Snapshot: Democrats do some soul-searching

The Democratic Party needs to prioritize the working class to regain lost support.

'The working class has abandoned them': Bernie Sanders on where Democrats went wrong with Kamala Harris's election campaign

Bernie Sanders criticizes the Democratic Party for neglecting working-class issues and warns they risk losing support as a result.
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11% of working New Yorkers need NYC food pantries just to be able to eat. One report explains why. | amNewYork

NYC's food pantries are overwhelmed by working individuals unable to afford essentials, indicating rising food insecurity despite employment.
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For Minority Working-Class Voters, Dismay in Democrats Led to Distrust

Democrats face a crisis as working-class voters, particularly minorities, express anger and distrust, drifting towards Trump and away from traditional Democratic support.

Democrats Losing City Voters Due to 'Far-Left Agenda,' Mayor Says

Mayor Eric Adams attributes the Democratic loss in NYC to a 'far-left agenda' that fails to address the concerns of working-class voters.

DeSantis Says Democrats Embrace The Criminal Element' And Turned Their Back' On Cops After Biden Celebrity Fundraiser

Democrats losing working class support to elites due to backing criminal element over law enforcement.
Contrast of Trump attending slain officer's wake vs. Biden, Clinton, Obama attending glitzy fundraiser.

For Minority Working-Class Voters, Dismay in Democrats Led to Distrust

Democrats face a crisis as working-class voters, particularly minorities, express anger and distrust, drifting towards Trump and away from traditional Democratic support.

Democrats Losing City Voters Due to 'Far-Left Agenda,' Mayor Says

Mayor Eric Adams attributes the Democratic loss in NYC to a 'far-left agenda' that fails to address the concerns of working-class voters.

DeSantis Says Democrats Embrace The Criminal Element' And Turned Their Back' On Cops After Biden Celebrity Fundraiser

Democrats losing working class support to elites due to backing criminal element over law enforcement.
Contrast of Trump attending slain officer's wake vs. Biden, Clinton, Obama attending glitzy fundraiser.
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Meet the doorman, waitress, taxi driver and other NYC commuters who could be forced to pay over $2K in congestion pricing tolls

Governor Hochul's congestion pricing plan is seen by many workers as a financial burden rather than a solution for traffic issues.

Exclusive | Powerful NYC teachers union boss flunks Gov. Kathy Hochul, Dems over 'tone-deaf' congestion toll

The congestion toll is criticized as unfair to working class New Yorkers, with calls for Democrats to reconsider their support for it.
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Whoopi Goldberg is drawing criticism for describing herself as a 'working person' on 'The View'

Whoopi Goldberg faced criticism for calling herself a 'working person,' raising questions about her connection to everyday struggles due to her wealth.

Whoopi Goldberg admits she'd leave 'The View' if she had more money: 'I work for a living'

Whoopi Goldberg empathizes with the working class, acknowledging shared struggles, while fueling controversy over her comments on grocery store owners and inflation.

Whoopi Goldberg is drawing criticism for describing herself as a 'working person' on 'The View'

Whoopi Goldberg faced criticism for calling herself a 'working person,' raising questions about her connection to everyday struggles due to her wealth.

Whoopi Goldberg admits she'd leave 'The View' if she had more money: 'I work for a living'

Whoopi Goldberg empathizes with the working class, acknowledging shared struggles, while fueling controversy over her comments on grocery store owners and inflation.
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Opinion | Universities Like Yale Need a Reckoning

Liberal intellectuals need to understand and engage with the working class to address political divisions effectively.

A Luminous Slice of Mumbai Life in All We Imagine as Light'

The film explores the struggles of three working-class women in Mumbai facing societal and personal challenges in their daily lives.
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Can Trump repeat his 2016 victory by rallying working-class voters?

Trump's appeal to low-income voters is strong, particularly as this demographic continues to grow in the electorate.

Wokeism elected Trump, Don's vote-by-male triumph and other commentary

Trump's victory is largely due to his connection with male voters, particularly from working-class backgrounds.
The left's focus on toxic masculinity and identity politics has alienated male voters.
Trump's utilization of popular platforms helped him resonate with younger male demographics.

DNC Crowd Goes Wild When Ocasio-Cortez Roasts Trump: He Would Sell This Country For a Dollar'

Ocasio-Cortez criticized Trump for prioritizing wealthy interests over working Americans and affirmed her pride in her working-class roots.

After Chicago: The Challenge Facing Harris

Kamala Harris has a unique opportunity to position herself as a champion for working people, with a focus on defining her economic agenda.

Trump's Proposal to End Taxes on Overtime Pay Could Cost Billions

Trump's proposal to exempt overtime pay from taxes aims to boost worker incentives but lacks clarity and details.

Can Trump repeat his 2016 victory by rallying working-class voters?

Trump's appeal to low-income voters is strong, particularly as this demographic continues to grow in the electorate.

Wokeism elected Trump, Don's vote-by-male triumph and other commentary

Trump's victory is largely due to his connection with male voters, particularly from working-class backgrounds.
The left's focus on toxic masculinity and identity politics has alienated male voters.
Trump's utilization of popular platforms helped him resonate with younger male demographics.

DNC Crowd Goes Wild When Ocasio-Cortez Roasts Trump: He Would Sell This Country For a Dollar'

Ocasio-Cortez criticized Trump for prioritizing wealthy interests over working Americans and affirmed her pride in her working-class roots.

After Chicago: The Challenge Facing Harris

Kamala Harris has a unique opportunity to position herself as a champion for working people, with a focus on defining her economic agenda.

Trump's Proposal to End Taxes on Overtime Pay Could Cost Billions

Trump's proposal to exempt overtime pay from taxes aims to boost worker incentives but lacks clarity and details.
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#donald-trump

Trump Is Serving Up False Promises to American Workers-With a Side of Fries

Trump's McDonald's stunt symbolizes a superficial engagement with working-class culture, highlighting a troubling disconnect in political representation.

Trump will visit McDonald's as he offers no evidence for saying Harris didn't work there in college

Trump continues to challenge Kamala Harris's credibility by questioning her past employment at McDonald's, utilizing conspiracy-driven rhetoric during his campaign appearances.

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.

The Phony Populism of Trump and Musk

Trump embodies a paradox, claiming to represent working-class Americans while being a wealthy elite himself.

CNN pundit Scott Jennings's election night defense of Trump supporters goes viral

Trump's victory is seen as a mandate from working-class Americans expressing their frustrations.

Trump Is Serving Up False Promises to American Workers-With a Side of Fries

Trump's McDonald's stunt symbolizes a superficial engagement with working-class culture, highlighting a troubling disconnect in political representation.

Trump will visit McDonald's as he offers no evidence for saying Harris didn't work there in college

Trump continues to challenge Kamala Harris's credibility by questioning her past employment at McDonald's, utilizing conspiracy-driven rhetoric during his campaign appearances.

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.

The Phony Populism of Trump and Musk

Trump embodies a paradox, claiming to represent working-class Americans while being a wealthy elite himself.

CNN pundit Scott Jennings's election night defense of Trump supporters goes viral

Trump's victory is seen as a mandate from working-class Americans expressing their frustrations.
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#economic-inequality

A Fiery Bernie Sanders Courts Blue-Collar Voters

Senator Bernie Sanders is addressing working-class anger towards the economy, portraying the current system as ineffective and advocating for workers' rights.

It was anger that won Trump this election

Trump effectively channels public anger toward perceived elite neglect to rally support among disillusioned voters.

A Fiery Bernie Sanders Courts Blue-Collar Voters

Senator Bernie Sanders is addressing working-class anger towards the economy, portraying the current system as ineffective and advocating for workers' rights.

It was anger that won Trump this election

Trump effectively channels public anger toward perceived elite neglect to rally support among disillusioned voters.
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#campaign-finance

Why the UAW's Shawn Fain Is So Excited About Nebraska Independent Dan Osborn

The US Senate's representation often neglects working Americans, favoring the wealthy elite, despite some party differences.

Op-Ed | Eric Adams' NYC is only a City of Yes' for rich campaign donors | amNewYork

Mayor Adams is facing an FBI investigation into his 2021 campaign finance operation.
Adams has been accused of prioritizing the interests of his wealthy donors over the working class.

Why the UAW's Shawn Fain Is So Excited About Nebraska Independent Dan Osborn

The US Senate's representation often neglects working Americans, favoring the wealthy elite, despite some party differences.

Op-Ed | Eric Adams' NYC is only a City of Yes' for rich campaign donors | amNewYork

Mayor Adams is facing an FBI investigation into his 2021 campaign finance operation.
Adams has been accused of prioritizing the interests of his wealthy donors over the working class.
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#election-2024

Nevada is in a profound economic rut. Its working-class voters could swing the election

Working-class voters in Nevada are crucial to the election outcome due to economic struggles and rising living costs.

Every way Labour has defined working people' ahead of the Budget

Labour's commitment to not raise taxes for working people is central to their pre-election manifesto.

Starmer climbs down over claim stock owners not working people'

Keir Starmer reconsiders his definition of 'working people' amid backlash over asset income comments.
The debate on tax rises intensifies with calls for clearer definitions from the government.

Nevada is in a profound economic rut. Its working-class voters could swing the election

Working-class voters in Nevada are crucial to the election outcome due to economic struggles and rising living costs.

Every way Labour has defined working people' ahead of the Budget

Labour's commitment to not raise taxes for working people is central to their pre-election manifesto.

Starmer climbs down over claim stock owners not working people'

Keir Starmer reconsiders his definition of 'working people' amid backlash over asset income comments.
The debate on tax rises intensifies with calls for clearer definitions from the government.
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#british-budget

Senan Molony: A tale of two Budgets means Coalition hope Irish electorate were watching Britain's downbeat economic offering

The British Budget's announcement highlights a significant financial burden on the working populace tied to recent government fiscal decisions.

Senan Molony: A tale of two Budgets means Coalition hope Irish electorate were watching Britain's downbeat economic offering

The British Budget will impose a €40 billion burden primarily on regular workers, impacting salaries and business operations.

Senan Molony: A tale of two Budgets means Coalition hope Irish electorate were watching Britain's downbeat economic offering

The British Budget's announcement highlights a significant financial burden on the working populace tied to recent government fiscal decisions.

Senan Molony: A tale of two Budgets means Coalition hope Irish electorate were watching Britain's downbeat economic offering

The British Budget will impose a €40 billion burden primarily on regular workers, impacting salaries and business operations.
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#kamala-harris

Sanders Pushes Harris to Pursue an Agenda That Prioritizes the Working Class

Sanders wants Harris to prioritize working-class needs and advocate for progressive agenda.

AOC Attacks Trump at DNC

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez passionately supports Kamala Harris as a champion for the middle-class and criticizes Donald Trump's corporate ties.

A Farm-Raised Steelworker Speaks Up for Harris and Against Trump (and Elon Musk)

The super PAC Future Forward promotes Kamala Harris's presidential campaign by contrasting her working-class values against those of Donald Trump and billionaires.

Harris touts her time working at McDonald's. Will it help?

Kamala Harris emphasizes her McDonald's job to connect with middle-class voters and highlight her working-class roots.

Kamala Harris Courts Union Members, an Up-for-Grabs Group of Voters

Democrats emphasize working-class support in battleground states.

Harris and Walz, in Crucial Blue Wall' States, Rally for Union Support

Unions have historically played a vital role in building America and advocating for workers' rights, even as their membership declines.

Sanders Pushes Harris to Pursue an Agenda That Prioritizes the Working Class

Sanders wants Harris to prioritize working-class needs and advocate for progressive agenda.

AOC Attacks Trump at DNC

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez passionately supports Kamala Harris as a champion for the middle-class and criticizes Donald Trump's corporate ties.

A Farm-Raised Steelworker Speaks Up for Harris and Against Trump (and Elon Musk)

The super PAC Future Forward promotes Kamala Harris's presidential campaign by contrasting her working-class values against those of Donald Trump and billionaires.

Harris touts her time working at McDonald's. Will it help?

Kamala Harris emphasizes her McDonald's job to connect with middle-class voters and highlight her working-class roots.

Kamala Harris Courts Union Members, an Up-for-Grabs Group of Voters

Democrats emphasize working-class support in battleground states.

Harris and Walz, in Crucial Blue Wall' States, Rally for Union Support

Unions have historically played a vital role in building America and advocating for workers' rights, even as their membership declines.
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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.

Starmer attempts to define 'working people' tax pledge

Starmer's tax plans raise questions about who qualifies as 'working people' amid concerns of potential tax increases.

Take it from me (and Keir Starmer) you should never pretend to be more working class than you are | Polly Toynbee

Keir Starmer's background contrasted with the largely working-class cabinet, highlights the evolving nature of class in British politics.

You're not 'working people', Keir Starmer tells landlords & shareholders as PM draws battle lines signalling major tax hikes in Budget

Starmer's definition of 'working people' excludes landlords and shareholders amid discussions of significant tax increases.

What is a 'working person', according to Labour

The government pledges to protect 'working people' in the upcoming Budget, raising questions about definitions and potential tax implications.

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.

Starmer attempts to define 'working people' tax pledge

Starmer's tax plans raise questions about who qualifies as 'working people' amid concerns of potential tax increases.

Take it from me (and Keir Starmer) you should never pretend to be more working class than you are | Polly Toynbee

Keir Starmer's background contrasted with the largely working-class cabinet, highlights the evolving nature of class in British politics.

You're not 'working people', Keir Starmer tells landlords & shareholders as PM draws battle lines signalling major tax hikes in Budget

Starmer's definition of 'working people' excludes landlords and shareholders amid discussions of significant tax increases.

What is a 'working person', according to Labour

The government pledges to protect 'working people' in the upcoming Budget, raising questions about definitions and potential tax implications.
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Either excited or exhausted: Why no one has a normal relationship with work anymore

Bravery lies in honest work, contrasting with the temptation of crime, especially for the younger generation.
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Keir Starmer hints at tax rises on people with income from assets

Starmer suggests tax rises for income derived from assets, challenging the notion of who constitutes 'working people.'
Increases in inheritance tax and capital gains tax are expected as the government's budget approaches.

Gig workers get gouged. Here's how Trump can help - and win swing states too

Trump's no-tax-on-tips proposal aims to relieve tax burdens for working-class citizens, showcasing his unique approach to tax policy.

Keir Starmer hints at tax rises on people with income from assets

Starmer suggests tax rises for income derived from assets, challenging the notion of who constitutes 'working people.'
Increases in inheritance tax and capital gains tax are expected as the government's budget approaches.

Gig workers get gouged. Here's how Trump can help - and win swing states too

Trump's no-tax-on-tips proposal aims to relieve tax burdens for working-class citizens, showcasing his unique approach to tax policy.
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A moment that changed me: I first heard Oasis at 14 and they gave me the swagger to come out

Oasis profoundly influenced my teenage identity, giving me confidence and a sense of belonging during a challenging time.

Sarah Jaffe: No one wants to admit they're rich or poor. Everyone wants to think of themselves as middle class'

Work is romanticized, obscuring labor exploitation and evolving class dynamics.
The working class is now heavily influenced by immigrant labor, not just traditional definitions.
Politicians often use class identities to mislead voters regarding their true socioeconomic status.

'We want to find new voices' - Naomi Scott

Naomi Scott advocates for increased accessibility in drama and film education for working-class students through her New Name fund.

Op-Ed | Everyday New Yorkers must step up and say yes' to City of Yes | amNewYork

The housing crisis in New York demands immediate government action to support working-class residents and create more housing opportunities.

Meet Dan Osborn, the Heartland Populist From Nebraska Who's Running for Senate

Dan Osborn, an independent candidate in Nebraska, is promoting a working-class platform that resonates with voters amid a dead heat with Republican incumbent Fischer.

Can Harris Stop Blue-Collar Workers from Defecting to Donald Trump?

Voters' distrust of Democrats as elites may undermine the Biden Administration's labor record in the upcoming elections.

OPINION: The 3-year battle for the soul of the French left has begun

Francois Ruffin argues for the necessity of the Left to reconnect with working-class voters to regain power in France.

Review: Essay collection by 'daughter of the working class' is a must-read for today's politics

Smarsh's 'Bone of the Bone' elevates rural working-class voices, addressing classism and advocating open dialogue across political divides.

The Path of AOC

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez captivated the 2024 DNC audience, shifting focus from party leaders to highlight working-class struggles and her personal story.
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AOC speaks to the middle class in her first major convention appearance

Ocasio-Cortez's DNC speech emphasized working-class values, leadership accountability, and international humanitarian concerns.

Appalachian influencer John Russell centers rural development in his pitch for Harris

John Russell advocates for clean energy jobs, emphasizes rural community struggles, and criticizes both political parties for neglecting working-class people.

Jason Isbell performs "Something More Than Free" at the DNC

Jason Isbell's performance at the DNC highlighted the political significance of his song "Something More Than Free" as a working-class anthem.

AOC speaks to the middle class in her first major convention appearance

Ocasio-Cortez's DNC speech emphasized working-class values, leadership accountability, and international humanitarian concerns.

Appalachian influencer John Russell centers rural development in his pitch for Harris

John Russell advocates for clean energy jobs, emphasizes rural community struggles, and criticizes both political parties for neglecting working-class people.

Jason Isbell performs "Something More Than Free" at the DNC

Jason Isbell's performance at the DNC highlighted the political significance of his song "Something More Than Free" as a working-class anthem.
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JD Vance milks his upbringing, but here's why he's not the best advocate for poor people

JD Vance leverages his Appalachian roots and troubled childhood narrative to connect with the working class, despite not being as impoverished as he claims.

Ravelling by Estelle Birdy review a gutsy coming-of-age debut

Estelle Birdy's debut novel 'Ravelling' captures young men's lives in working-class Dublin with empathy and deep insights into their struggles and the Dublin dialect.

Monty Panesar to stand for Geroge Galloway's Workers Party at general election

Former England cricketer Monty Panesar to stand for Workers Party at general election, aiming to represent working-class people.

Jack Conroy and the Lost Era of Proletarian Literature

Jack Conroy, the forgotten godfather of a revolutionary American literary movement in the 1930s, highlighted the working class's liberatory poetics.

Brooklyn Beckham's Billionaire Heiress Wife Nicola's Debut Film Slammed As 'poverty Porn' - Towleroad Gay News

Critics slam Nicola Peltz Beckham's film Lola as 'poverty porn' for exploiting the working class.

Mass Layoffs Are Fueling the Growth of Far Right Authoritarianism

Mass layoffs are a significant issue driven by Wall Street's demand for cost-cutting measures.
Ignoring mass layoffs can have severe consequences, fueling the growth of far-right authoritarianism.

Following General Strike, Argentine President's Austerity Bill Withdrawn

The Omnibus Bill in Argentina, proposed by President Javier Milei, was withdrawn after a general strike and massive mobilizations.
The bill included anti-worker and austerity measures such as privatizations and labor reforms.

Pity: An Evocative New Novel About Queer Life in the North of England

The novel explores the experiences of young, queer, working-class individuals in a northern town
The story delves into generational legacy and the impact of Margaret Thatcher's policies

Reform leader Richard Tice turns fire on Labour as he calls for election

Reform UK leader Richard Tice warns of 'Starmergeddon' if Labour is elected
Reform UK focuses attacks on both Labour and Tories

Pope.L, Provocative Performance Artist, Dies at 68

Pope.L, a prominent conceptual and performance artist known for exploring themes of race and class, has passed away at the age of 68.
His work often centered around the experiences of Black Americans and the working class, using shocking and intense performances to provoke thought.

Opinion | Ladle Me a Bowl of the Midwestern Good Stuff

I was not raised in a family of cooks.
My parents grew up in the Midwest, in the second half of the last century, during a period in which a great deal of culinary knowledge was lost.

How Biden is Shaping the 2024 Battlefield

With the exception of abortion rights, the president is working to downplay or defuse almost all cultural issues.President Joe Biden is following a strategy of asymmetrical warfare as the 2024 presidential race takes shape.Through the early maneuvering, the leading Republican candidates, particularly former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are trying to ignite a procession of culture-war firefights against what DeSantis calls "the woke mind virus."
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