Politics
Anything to do with Politics
Webster
@Webster -
over 3 years ago
How the Black Vote Became a Political Monolith
These characterizations belie a more ominous reality: Black Americans are canaries in the democratic coal mine — the first to detect when the air is foul, signaling the danger that lies ahead.To be Black in America has often meant to act in political solidarity with other...continued
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Moises
@Moises -
almost 2 years ago
The Guardian view on Labour’s Brexit: pragmatic not revolutionary politics | Editorial
A softer Brexit would be good for Britain but Labour’s leader is unlikely to win an election with that as his policyAfter whipping his MPs to support Boris Johnson’s bad deal, and then taking a vow of silence as a repenting remainer, Labour leader Sir Keir St…
3 minutes read
Hulda
@Hulda -
about 2 years ago
Scandal-plagued Matt Gaetz is glorified by Trumpy rapper in new song: 'He's the chosen one'
"He knows politics is entertainment," Trump-loving rapper Kurt Jantz croons of his latest muse, Florida Republican Matt Gaetz.
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Maureen
@Maureen -
about 3 years ago
Before Beijing 2022 top Olympians focused on medals not pandemic, politics - Reuters
Two of the world’s top winter athletes, Italian skier Sofia Goggia and Australian snowboarder Scotty James, said they were focusing on winning medals at the 2022 Winter Olympics, not the new coronavirus pandemic or potential calls for a boycott, as Beijing on…
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Moises
@Moises -
over 2 years ago
Merkel says German politics needs more women; don't ask about her blazers! - Reuters
Angela Merkel encouraged more women to get involved in German politics as she prepared to leave office after 16 years as the country's first female chancellor, saying it was still too male-dominated and needed to get with the times./cloudfront-us-east-2.images.arcpublishing.com/reuters/K7RZL4N7OJLWDLNLPWC2Q5ITUM.jpg)
3 minutes read
Gregoria
@Gregoria -
almost 2 years ago
Chile's climate scientist minister eyes tougher rules for top copper mining nation - Reuters
Chile's Environment Minister Maisa Rojas, a leading climate scientist with a PhD from Oxford who made the leap into politics this year, is on a mission to strengthen the Andean country's environmental rules and hold mining firms to account./cloudfront-us-east-2.images.arcpublishing.com/reuters/E7V4OQ5ZJVITLHX6I6NPMH25UQ.jpg)
3 minutes read
Devin
@Devin -
about 3 years ago
Daniel Laske, a ‘Social Justice Warrior,’ Dies at 21
He wanted to combine his passions for medicine and politics to make the world a better place. Then he tested positive for the coronavirus.
4 minutes read
Priscilla
@Priscilla -
about 4 years ago
Analysis: Bloomberg is living rent-free in Donald Trump's head
Michael Bloomberg has spent more than $350 million of his own money on advertising in support of his 2020 presidential campaign. But President Donald Trump's now near-constant attacks on the former New York City mayor have given Bloomberg something no amount of money can ...continued
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Ezequiel
@Ezequiel -
3 months ago
AI Hits the Campaign Trail
This week, we discuss how generative artificial intelligence will affect the 2024 US elections. We also consider the ways regulators, social platforms, and the voting public are dealing with it.
4 minutes read
Alexandro
@Alexandro -
over 4 years ago
How Ivy Mix, Cocktail Expert, Spends Her Sundays
How Ivy Mix, Cocktail Expert, Spends Her SundaysI live really close to Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights, which is just a really beautiful place to walk. Usually I will take them and walk to Mount Prospect Park, right next to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, which has a dog ru...continued
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Rex
@Rex -
about 2 years ago
Analysis: Susan Collins won't say whether she'd back Donald Trump in 2024. Why not?
There was a remarkable exchange on Sunday between ABC's George Stephanopoulos and Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins. Here it is:
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Hannah
@Hannah -
over 2 years ago
Tech Companies Wade Into Abortion Politics in Texas
In 2021, corporations are expected to take a stand on even the most divisive issues.
3 minutes read
Torey
@Torey -
over 2 years ago
Everything You Really Need to Know About Politics by Jess Phillips review – the case for change
The outspoken MP is on a one-woman campaign to banish jargon, snobbery and tradition and make sure politics is for everyone“Believe me,” writes Jess Phillips in Everything You Really Need to Know About Politics; My Life As an MP, “if you think you don’t belon…
3 minutes read
Angus
@Angus -
over 1 year ago
Truss’s cost of living policies could be ‘electoral suicide note’ for Tories, says Raab – UK poli...
Latest updates: Sunak supporter Dominic Raab says voters would not forgive party for not helping vulnerable, as candidates prepare for fifth debateGood morning. At 7pm this evening Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak will speak at the fifth official Conservative party …
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Alvah
@Alvah -
almost 5 years ago
Geto Boys Announce First Show After Bushwick Bill’s Death
Geto Boys Announce First Show After Bushwick Bill’s DeathGeto Boys have announced their first live performance sinceBushwick Bill died earlier this month. The group is on the lineup for the 2019 Adult Swim Festival in Los Angeles. According to festival representatives, th...continued
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Raoul
@Raoul -
over 3 years ago
Mixing Politics and Romance
Sarah Lockman and John Collins met two years ago at a political roast and benefit in Delaware, where she serves as a state legislator.
4 minutes read
Alan
@Alan -
9 months ago
Labour mayors to take legal action over train ticket office closures in England
Five metro mayors launch challenge to plans, saying ‘rushed’ public consultation not following due processUK politics live – latest updatesLabour mayors are launching legal action to prevent the closure of railway station ticket offices acro…
3 minutes read
Garnet
@Garnet -
almost 2 years ago
The Guardian view of climate politics: net zero must stay as policy | Editorial
In Britain and America the unprincipled politicians are shredding policies to stop global heating – even as temperatures soarThe danger posed by heatwaves in Europe should be taken more seriously. On the continent, the headlines are about forest fires. In the…
3 minutes read
Jaydon
@Jaydon -
7 months ago
Meet the Law Geeks Exposing Google’s Secretive Antitrust Trial
A historic antitrust trial sees Google accused of unlawfully monopolizing search. A handful of antitrust activists are trying to make sure the world sees all the action.
3 minutes read
Oren
@Oren -
over 3 years ago
Biden Clashes With the Left
Democrats are trying to work out their differences as Biden prepares to take office. It’s Friday, and this is your politics tip sheet.
3 minutes read
Elaina
@Elaina -
over 2 years ago
Ex-Giuliani associate Parnas pleads not guilty as trial looms, politics weigh - Reuters
Lev Parnas, who helped Donald Trump's former lawyer Rudy Giuliani collect damaging information about Joe Biden before the Democrat won the 2020 presidential election, pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to a narrowed indictment alleging campaign finance and other c…/cloudfront-us-east-2.images.arcpublishing.com/reuters/E57ESSMVERK5FOJGDR57KGJLIU.jpg)
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Meggie
@Meggie -
over 2 years ago
The Guardian view on the politics of work: new times | Editorial
The balance of power in less well-paid sectors is changing for the better. Labour can benefitThe first Covid lockdown inspired an outpouring of gratitude towards the key workers who kept the show on the road, while the rest of us remained indoors. But the wee…
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Colin
@Colin -
almost 4 years ago
No politics, please! HK finance professionals impose self-censorship after security law - Reuters
HONG KONG (Reuters) - A year ago, growing anti-government demonstrations in Hong Kong were a hot topic in conversations among bankers, lawyers and other investment professionals in one of the world’s biggest and freest financial hubs.FILE PHOTO: Hong Kong skyline is pictu...continued
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Moises
@Moises -
almost 5 years ago
World Music: A Global Journey, 4th Edition
Download World Music: A Global Journey, 4th EditionWorld Music: A Global Journey, Fourth Edition takes students around the world to experience the diversity of musical expression and cultural traditions. It is known for its breadth in surveying the world's major cultures ...continued
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Cameron
@Cameron -
almost 5 years ago
You can now go on a luxury guided tour of Chernobyls radioactive wasteland
You can now go on a luxury guided tour of Chernobyls radioactive wasteland -HBO’s latest miniseries – Chernobyl has created quite a stir amongst travelers wanting to visit the site. Not only has it piqued interest amongst potential tourists but has also led to a boom in t...continued
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