OPINION
— Israel’s recent bombing of Iran’s embassy in Syria marks a major shift from its usual policy of targeting only military sites. This provocative act by Netanyahu, amid domestic issues, seems a ploy to retain power and avoid prosecution, posing a significant risk for Joe Biden and the United States.
OPINION
— In Enid, Oklahoma, the recall of a city council member with white nationalist ties illustrates the positive impact of overcoming white anxiety, showing the potential for unity and progress when such fears are absent.
Politics
— When right-wing politicians talk of bringing back greatness, they are doing it for a reason.
2024 US Presidential Election
— Before his presidency, Donald Trump’s fame stemmed from branding rather than traditional business success. Despite legal fees, he continues his brand-centric ventures, including sneakers, cologne, and even a Trump-endorsed Bible.
2024 US Presidential Election
— Accusations against TikTok include data held in China, censorship, and disinformation. US Democrats face dilemmas over its potential closure, impacting their outreach to young voters and the 2024 election.
Donald Trump
— Donald Trump’s lawyers report his failure to secure a $454 million appeal bond in a New York civil fraud case. Time is running out as the deadline approaches.
US Politics
— Hannah Arendt’s relevance surges amid comparisons to Donald Trump’s actions, echoing her analysis of Eichmann’s banality of evil. Trump’s chaotic manoeuvres suggest a disturbingly normalised atmosphere of crisis.
COMMENT
— In Portugal and the US, sports figures have transitioned to right-wing politics, with right-wing and far-right parties aiming to capitalise on their fame to attract new voters.
2024 US Presidential Election
— President Biden delivered an energetic State of the Union, signalling his reelection bid. Addressing domestic and international challenges, he urged support for Ukraine, criticised Donald Trump’s Russia stance, and emphasised democratic values.
2024 US Presidential Election
— In Republican primaries, voter perceptions of Biden’s 2020 election legitimacy may impact the 2024 race. Polls show Trump supporters doubting legitimacy, highlighting challenges for American democracy and accountability.
Populism
— Right-wing populists thrive by simplifying messages in a noisy information landscape. Communication theory elucidates how misinformation polarises society, favouring certainty over complexity, especially on the political right.
COMMENT
— Nikki Haley, trailing behind Trump in polls, pledges to persist in the presidential race. Speculation suggests her candidacy aims to challenge Republicans and offer an alternative.
2024 US Presidential Election
— Research shows that US campaign spending in elections tends to mobilise people to vote rather than to switch support.
2024 US Presidential Election
— Despite initial doubts, Donald Trump’s 2024 Republican nomination was inevitable due to boosted momentum from criminal prosecutions, ballot disqualifications, party machine support, and a genuine desire for Trumpism.
OPINION
— B. Jay Cooper tells his friends supporting Donald Trump to reflect on his character and actions, especially his silence on Putin’s actions, including the death of Navalny, and his disregard for NATO solidarity, risking alliances.
Vladimir Putin
— Tucker Carlson, ex-Fox News host, has interviewed Vladimir Putin on Ukraine, US politics, and NATO. As a vocal critic of Biden, Carlson’s interview raises questions about humanising Putin.
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