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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer tells MPs to fight together' before critical day for his premiership

Keir Starmer faces challenges from a standards investigation and testimony from his former chief of staff, prompting Labour MPs to unite in support.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Keir Starmer to launch local elections campaign with focus on cost of living

A vote for Reform UK risks Labour's progress on cost of living and Britain's values in a volatile world.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer tells MPs to fight together' before critical day for his premiership

Keir Starmer faces challenges from a standards investigation and testimony from his former chief of staff, prompting Labour MPs to unite in support.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Keir Starmer to launch local elections campaign with focus on cost of living

A vote for Reform UK risks Labour's progress on cost of living and Britain's values in a volatile world.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Now that Democrats Have Won Virginia's Redistricting Vote, the Real Fight Begins

The party must implement significant reforms to address demographic inequities and ensure democracy's survival.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Call for vote on inquiry into claims Starmer lied over Mandelson dismissed by Labour allies UK politics live

Kemi Badenoch seeks a Commons vote to investigate Keir Starmer over alleged dishonesty regarding Peter Mandelson's vetting.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

To win in 2028, Democrats must embrace justice not shy away from it | Steve Philips

Fighting for justice and equality is essential for Democrats to win in the current political climate.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Unlucky chancellor? Iran shock hits Reeves just as UK seemed to turn corner

Rachel Reeves aims to assert that the UK economy was improving before the war and did not initiate or join the conflict.
#redistricting
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

There's Something Different About This Version of the Democratic Party

Democrats achieved a significant victory in Virginia's redistricting referendum, potentially gaining four new House seats and shifting the political balance.
SF politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

DeSantis plots end run of Florida law to create more GOP House seats

DeSantis is pushing for a rushed redistricting plan in Florida to create more GOP-leaning districts before the November elections.
US Elections
fromAxios
6 days ago

Trump's redistricting war leaves Republicans worse off

Redistricting could significantly impact the number of Democratic and Republican seats in various states for upcoming elections.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

There's Something Different About This Version of the Democratic Party

Democrats achieved a significant victory in Virginia's redistricting referendum, potentially gaining four new House seats and shifting the political balance.
SF politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

DeSantis plots end run of Florida law to create more GOP House seats

DeSantis is pushing for a rushed redistricting plan in Florida to create more GOP-leaning districts before the November elections.
US Elections
fromAxios
6 days ago

Trump's redistricting war leaves Republicans worse off

Redistricting could significantly impact the number of Democratic and Republican seats in various states for upcoming elections.
Washington DC
fromJezebel
5 days ago

Susie Wiles Told the Cabinet to Quit Traveling Abroad

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles restricts overseas travel for Cabinet members to minimize taxpayer-funded vacations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Historic': Trump Campaign Honcho Makes Stunning Midterm Prediction After Virginia Loss

Republicans may gain seats in the midterms despite redistricting challenges, as Democrats lack a clear vision and policies.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Charlamagne Argues It Doesn't Matter' if Tucker Carlson Was Sincere in Regret for Trump Support: Democrats Got What They Need' for Midterms

Charlamagne stated, 'It doesn't matter if he's sincere. Democrats got what they need. They should be clipping that up and getting ready to run that in campaign ads for the midterms and in 2028.'
US Elections
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | NYC's proposed pied-a-terre won't fix the problem | amNewYork

Taxing the rich may not effectively address complex financial issues facing constituents and could harm the city's economy.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Joe Scarborough Warns Blowback' to Trump's Gut Instincts' Always Hurts GOP From Redistricting to Iran

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Goes On Stunning New Riff About Not Saying War' In Speech To Investors

Trump rebrands the conflict in Iran from 'war' to 'military operation' due to political advice and legal implications.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

A Dangerous and Consistent Misreading of Trump's Appeal

Misreading Trump's appeal as a call for moderation ignores the real grievances that fueled his rise against the status quo.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Joe Scarborough Warns Blowback' to Trump's Gut Instincts' Always Hurts GOP From Redistricting to Iran

Trump's impulsive decisions, like redistricting, could lead to significant losses for Republicans in upcoming elections.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Goes On Stunning New Riff About Not Saying War' In Speech To Investors

Trump rebrands the conflict in Iran from 'war' to 'military operation' due to political advice and legal implications.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

A Dangerous and Consistent Misreading of Trump's Appeal

Misreading Trump's appeal as a call for moderation ignores the real grievances that fueled his rise against the status quo.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Nine lessons for the US from Viktor Orban's defeat | Kenneth Roth

Hungarian voters united across the political spectrum to defeat Orban, prioritizing the need to redeem democracy over ideological purity, which is crucial for American opposition.
Europe politics
#donald-trump
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why is the Maga project teetering? Because not even Trump supporters voted for this dysfunction | Moira Donegan

Trump's focus on culture-war issues alienates working-class supporters, impacting his approval ratings and undermining his populist appeal.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Trump posts graphic video of woman's killing in Florida

Donald Trump used a graphic video of a woman's murder to shift focus to immigration issues and promote fear about undocumented immigrants.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Opinion | The Iran War Is Trump's War

Donald Trump's political effectiveness stems from his ability to exploit the weaknesses of rivals and his appetite for conquest.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why is the Maga project teetering? Because not even Trump supporters voted for this dysfunction | Moira Donegan

Trump's focus on culture-war issues alienates working-class supporters, impacting his approval ratings and undermining his populist appeal.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Trump posts graphic video of woman's killing in Florida

Donald Trump used a graphic video of a woman's murder to shift focus to immigration issues and promote fear about undocumented immigrants.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

It Could Happen': Rumors Swirl of October Surprise' to Save Senate GOP Majority

Senate Republicans are hopeful that a potential Supreme Court vacancy could energize voters ahead of the elections.
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Mary Lou McDonald's courting of Official Ireland ends with fuel protests

Sinn Féin's strategy of respectability failed, leading them to return to a protest-oriented approach after losing the 2014 Dublin South-West by-election.
Podcast
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Introducing Fighting Fascism, A New Podcast Devoted to Resisting Authoritarianism

Fighting Fascism podcast addresses modern authoritarianism and antifascist strategies through historical context and contemporary discussions with experts.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Jen Psaki Shuts Down Democrats' 25th Amendment Trump Hopes

Jen Psaki criticized Democrats' focus on the 25th Amendment for removing Trump, calling it unconstructive and urging broader party inclusivity.
Washington DC
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Kristi Noem's Fake Job Was Meant to Distract Her from Running for Senate

Kristi Noem's title as Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas is largely symbolic, intended to keep her out of significant decision-making.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Brexit delusion is dead so now Keir Starmer doesn't need to pretend any more | Rafael Behr

Brexit remains central to Britain's interests, requiring a reevaluation of its relationship with the EU amidst evolving global dynamics.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Is Matt Mahan's campaign for California governor losing steam? - San Jose Spotlight

Mahan has raised $12 million so far from Silicon Valley elites such as Google co-founder Sergey Brin, Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale and YCombinator CEO Garry Tan - who have all maxed out their legally-allowed contributions at $78,400 each.
Silicon Valley real estate
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Mamdani's trademark smug videos now undermining agenda: 'Might be a price to pay'

Slick online videos that aided Mayor Mamdani's campaign are now creating political challenges and enemies in his administration's early days.
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Why Did Gretchen Whitmer Go Soft on Trump?

Gretchen Whitmer is a potential Democratic presidential candidate for 2028, balancing her criticism of Trump with political caution.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Newsom reluctant to endorse a successor, break gridlock in governor's race

California Democrats risk losing the gubernatorial election due to too many candidates splitting votes and no clear front-runner.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Trump's rhetoric has become less grounded in reality Albanese can no longer tiptoe around the madness | Julianne Schultz

Australian political leaders often choose to reason with irrational figures, leading to further complications and misunderstandings.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Lib Dems pledge extra 300m for social care at Senedd campaign launch

The Welsh Liberal Democrats aim to influence the next government with a focus on social care and environmental issues in the upcoming Senedd elections.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Defeat from the jaws of victory: Israel reacts to Trump's Iran ceasefire

Israel's confrontation with Iran has left it strategically weakened, while Iran remains strong and unthreatened.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
3 weeks ago

Inside Jim Jordan's quiet preparations for a GOP leadership void

Jordan is positioning himself for a potential leadership run amid uncertainty in House GOP leadership.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Donald Trump fires Pam Bondi as US attorney general

Donald Trump removed Attorney General Pam Bondi due to frustration over her handling of Epstein-related investigations and lack of prosecution of critics.
US politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Donald Trump fires Pam Bondi as US attorney general

Donald Trump removed Attorney General Pam Bondi due to frustration over her handling of Epstein-related investigations and lack of prosecution of critics.
#local-elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 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.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign

May's local elections are viewed as a referendum on Sir Keir Starmer's leadership by Nigel Farage and Reform UK.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 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.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign

May's local elections are viewed as a referendum on Sir Keir Starmer's leadership by Nigel Farage and Reform UK.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

Splinter: Rahm Emanuel's Run for President Is Proof that Centrist Dems Are Beyond Cooked

Third Way centrism is failing, with Rahm Emanuel as a poor choice for 2028, alienating younger voters and misrepresenting Democratic values.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Commentary: Is California really going to elect a Republican governor? Is there a Democratic Plan B?

California's Democratic primary faces risks of splintering support, potentially allowing Republicans to advance in the election.
France politics
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 weeks ago

OPINION: Primaries cannot save France from a Trumpian future

France's mainstream parties are considering a united candidate to counter the rising Far Right in the 2027 presidential elections.
Right-wing politics
fromEsquire
4 weeks ago

Republicans Have Come up With the Worst Budgeting Idea Possibly Ever

Republicans are considering health spending cuts to fund a budget bill for the Iran war and immigration enforcement, risking political backlash.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Zack Polanski meets unions in attempt to get them to switch party funding to Greens

Zack Polanski has kicked off a charm offensive designed to convince trade unions to stop funding Labour and throw their weight behind the Green party, as he delivered the first in a series of speeches to union conferences.
Education
#labour-party
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ministers look at blueprint for economic overhaul amid fears cost of living could hand election to far right

Labour is considering a radical economic overhaul to address cost of living discontent and prevent a hard-right government from winning the next election.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Labour lost white working-class voters to Greens in Gorton and Denton, party analysis finds

Labour lost white working-class voters to the Greens in Gorton and Denton, signaling a need for strategic change.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ministers look at blueprint for economic overhaul amid fears cost of living could hand election to far right

Labour is considering a radical economic overhaul to address cost of living discontent and prevent a hard-right government from winning the next election.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Reform insiders fear links to extreme figures such as Andrew Tate will scare off voters

Reform insiders are distancing the party from controversial figures like Andrew Tate to improve appeal to mainstream voters.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Never-Trump Joe Walsh Reveals Biggest Beef' With My New F*cking Party'

Joe Walsh criticizes Democrats for lacking authenticity and urges them to confront cultural issues head-on to gain public support.
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

A Mamdani Strategist's Advice for Democrats in the 2026 Midterms

Embracing outsider candidates and addressing economic issues is crucial for the Democratic Party to achieve a historic majority in the 2026 midterms.
Left-wing politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Why House Democrats are waiting until mid-April to force an Iran war powers vote

Frustration exists among Democrats over the failure to vote on an Iran war powers resolution this week.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Parties launch Holyrood campaigns against backdrop of voter indecision

Scottish political parties are campaigning for the Holyrood election, focusing on independence and contrasting their approaches to Nigel Farage's influence.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US seeks Hamas political surrender' in new Gaza plan

A new US disarmament proposal aims to enforce a one-sided plan for Gaza amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis.
US Elections
fromAxios
1 month ago

"She goes first": Newsom dances around Kamala rivalry on "The Axios Show"

Newsom supports Harris but suggests a tougher Democratic approach for 2028, hinting at his own potential candidacy.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Pete Buttigieg is building a secret weapon to help Democrats win upcoming elections - LGBTQ Nation

I'm very focused on coalition right now, and that includes pillars of our Democratic coalition, like the building trades workers I was with in Toledo or in Nevada, and certainly Black voters who are so vital to the past, present, and future of the party.
Right-wing politics
Right-wing politics
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Pete Buttigieg says the end of Tr*mp is only the beginning: "I'm going to be in politics longer than he is" - Queerty

Republicans are considering their political futures beyond Trump, while Democrats struggle to translate popular support into electoral success.
US Elections
fromAxios
1 month ago

Scoop: How the left plans to start winning Democratic primaries again

Progressive candidates won only one of four Chicago-area congressional races despite Congressional Progressive Caucus endorsements, with establishment and AIPAC-backed candidates prevailing in most contests.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Democrats Have a 'Slopulism' Problem

Democrats are proposing poorly conceived tax-exemption plans that sound appealing but would harm middle-class households they aim to help, while failing to articulate a coherent alternative vision to Trump's failed affordability promises.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Rayner's attempt to distance herself from Starmer opens the door for a leadership run

Angela Rayner publicly criticized the Labour government for losing connection with working people, signaling her potential challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership amid declining party fortunes.
World news
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Israel Urges Iranian Uprising While Privately Saying They'd "Get Slaughtered"

Israeli officials assess Iran's government will not collapse and urge the U.S. to support Iranian uprisings despite internally acknowledging protesters would be massacred.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Mamdani gets props from de Blasio on managing Trump: 'That might actually work'

NYC Mayor Mamdani successfully pitched Trump for federal investment in a Sunnyside housing project using creative appeal tactics that former Mayor de Blasio acknowledged he would never have attempted.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Retiring GOP Senator Trashes Republican Party's Lazy and Unstrategic' Handling of Bitter Senate Runoff

Sen. Tillis criticizes the Texas Senate runoff as divisive, blaming Republicans for laziness and poor strategy while Trump delays his endorsement between Cornyn and Paxton.
World politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Virtue-signalling populism from Micheal Martin won't mix with Donald Trump's unpredictability

Taoiseach Micheál Martin should invite US President Trump to Ireland, leveraging Trump's planned attendance at the Irish Open to establish diplomatic common ground and advance bilateral interests.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany's Greens: More than leftist, woke ecologists?

The German Green Party won a state election in Baden-Württemberg after losing nine consecutive elections, signaling potential recovery and renewed relevance for the environmentalist party.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Mamdani Finds Another Public Figure Not to Smile With

Mayor Zohran Mamdani deliberately maintains a neutral or disinterested expression in photos with controversial figures like Trump and FIFA President Infantino, contrasting sharply with his trademark campaign smile.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Trump's DOJ is not falling for Sam Bankman-Fried's MAGA makeover on X

In a motion urging the court to deny Bankman-Fried's request for a new trial, an attorney for the government, Sean Buckley, slammed the FTX founder for his 'incoherent' attempt to claim 'political victimhood.' Pointing out that Bankman-Fried was 'one of the largest donors to President Biden's 2020 presidential campaign,' Buckley alleged that Bankman-Fried's abrupt party-swapping was 'a political strategy the defendant pre-planned and committed to in writing before he was convicted.'
Cryptocurrency
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why Populists Are Winning and How to Beat Them by Liam Byrne review a surprisingly original prescription

Liam Byrne's book attempts to address rightwing populism by advocating centrist deference to populist voters, but this approach lacks persuasiveness given populist voters are often motivated by factual myths rather than legitimate grievances.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Cornyn Filibuster Flip-Flop Is a Desperate Bid to Please Trump

Senator Cornyn reversed his long-standing opposition to filibuster elimination, citing Democrats' 2022 voting rights efforts as justification, though the timing suggests political necessity for a primary runoff.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Democrat and Republican head to Georgia runoff election for Marjorie Taylor Greene's seat US politics live

Democrat Shawn Harris and Republican Clay Fuller advance to an April 7 runoff for Georgia's 14th congressional district after a special election, with Harris significantly outraising Fuller despite his Trump endorsement.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Trump's Big Idea for Midterms Is to Restrict Voting

Trump is prioritizing restrictive voting and social policies through the SAVE America Act instead of addressing economic concerns that could help Republicans in midterm elections.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

In the Shadows: Records Show Labor Leader's Campaign to Influence City Councilors

Labor Council executive Laurie Wimmer secretly influenced Portland City Council leadership strategy, including proposing litigation to challenge charter interpretation on mayoral tie-breaking authority.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Badenoch dilemma: what to do now the Tories are no longer the default rightwing option | Henry Hill

Kemi Badenoch's leadership effectiveness has improved, but Conservative polling gains remain minimal despite stronger personal favorability and targeted policy interventions against Labour.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

In Colombia primaries, Paloma Valencia's strong performance complicates presidential race

Senator Paloma Valencia's primary victory with over three million votes strengthens the center-right bloc and threatens far-right candidate De la Espriella's presidential leadership ahead of Colombia's May election.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Monday Headlines: Surprising Overlap Edition - Streetsblog Empire State

Governor Hochul abandoned robotaxi expansion plans to secure labor union support for her car insurance reform proposal, prioritizing political alignment over autonomous vehicle deployment.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Daily Dirt: Dina Levy wants to know what you think

New York's housing administration is employing performative public listening sessions to build support for housing policy initiatives and demonstrate responsiveness to stakeholder concerns.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

An Argument Against Voting for the "Electable" Guy

I have been harping on the idea that voters who do not want to choose between "a lesser of two evils" in November need to show up to vote in the primaries process. I hope to see record engagement all throughout the spring and summer, building toward the November midterm elections.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Starmer is facing a cocktail of dissent that is growing ever more potent

Labour faces internal rebellion over asylum policy while struggling to counter Green party gains among economically squeezed voters without progressive policy offerings.
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Mayor Mamdani steps off into New York City parade politics

As a candidate, he eschewed the idea - saying he would be too busy governing to march. "I haven't thought much about parades, to be honest with you," Mamdani said during a general election debate. But as a mayor who rose to power by appealing to oft-overlooked constituencies like young, South Asian and Muslim voters, Mamdani has also governed with a pragmatic streak.
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Zohran Mamdani and the Art of the Ask

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani seeks funding for his ambitious plans by requesting tax increases on wealthy residents from Governor Hochul while simultaneously building political alliances with various leaders.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Things Are About to Get Ugly in Texas

James Talarico won Texas's Democratic Senate primary decisively over Jasmine Crockett, positioning himself to face Republican incumbent John Cornyn in a challenging general election.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Rep. Kevin Kiley opts against challenging fellow Republican Tom McClintock

It's true that I was fully prepared to run in [McClintock's district], having tested the waters and with polls showing a favorable outlook in a 'safe' district. But doing what's easy and what's right are often not the same. And at the end of the day, as much as I love the communities in [that] District that I represent now - and as excited as I was about the new ones - seeking office in a district that doesn't include my hometown didn't feel right.
SF politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Starmer faces greater quandary over special relationship' after Iran attack

Starmer's strategy of positioning himself as a Trump whisperer has failed, as the UK lacks influence over Trump's military decisions and now faces diplomatic pressure over Iran strikes.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Keir Starmer abandoned net zero to court Reform voters. He failed

Internal conflict between Starmer's pro-climate stance and skeptical advisers has weakened Labour's environmental messaging, contributing to the loss of a safe seat to the Green Party in a byelection.
#immigration-policy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Shabana Mahmood's double down on immigration disappointing', says Alf Dubs

Labour's hardline immigration reforms following a byelection defeat to the Greens are criticized by party figures as misguided policy that alienates left-wing voters and echoes far-right rhetoric.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Shabana Mahmood's double down on immigration disappointing', says Alf Dubs

Labour's hardline immigration reforms following a byelection defeat to the Greens are criticized by party figures as misguided policy that alienates left-wing voters and echoes far-right rhetoric.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Mahmood to press on with immigration reforms despite by-election defeat

Shabana Mahmood herself has said that illegal immigration was putting immense strain on the country and undermining the contract between the government and its citizens. This week, Mahmood visited reception and removal centres for asylum seekers near Copenhagen, the Danish capital, to examine how a tougher set of policies were working in practice.
UK politics
NYC politics
fromFortune
2 months ago

How Zohran Mamdani and his fake newspaper charmed Trump, led to promise of major housing deal | Fortune

A New York City mayor used a mock newspaper front page to appeal to Trump's media awareness and secure his support for a $21 billion federal housing investment project at Sunnyside Yard in Queens.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Green win will prompt soul searching within Labour and questions for Starmer

The Green Party won their first Westminster by-election in Gorton and Denton, with Labour finishing third, exposing vulnerabilities to both left-wing and right-wing challengers.
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Zohran Mamdani's savvy with Trump is lighting up the internet

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani secured housing concessions from President Trump during an Oval Office meeting by presenting flattering newspaper mockups, generating significant social media attention.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

What a Gorton byelection win would mean for Reform, Greens and Labour

A Reform UK victory in Gorton and Denton would validate Nigel Farage's poll lead as genuine voter support rather than protest sentiment, while a Green win would pose the greatest threat to Starmer's leadership.
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Cornyn's Nasty Attack on Paxton May Haunt Texas Republicans

The Cornyn/NRSC JFC is airing a new ad accusing Ken Paxton of "sleeping around with a married mother of seven" and calling him a "wife-cheater and fraud." Has there been another instance of a committee going so hard against a candidate who it may have to support in a few months?
US politics
#state-of-the-union
fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

Trump claims 'the roaring economy is roaring like never before' as only 39% of voters agree | Fortune

fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

Trump claims 'the roaring economy is roaring like never before' as only 39% of voters agree | Fortune

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The AfD is flirting with Nazi history but moral outrage alone won't stop the far right | Katja Hoyer

In a country deeply conscious of its own history, the party, now riding high in the polls, has to decide whether it rejects or embraces Hitler as an ideological antecedent. Rather than answering definitively, the party is deliberately opaque. It flirts with the Nazi legacy without explicitly committing to it. Far from putting voters off, this strategic ambiguity cultivates a surprisingly powerful mix of outrage and plausible deniability.
Europe politics
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