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Tim Walz pick excites hopes of taking US healthcare beyond Obamacare era

Advocates are enthused by Harris’s running mate, who as Minnesota governor called healthcare a ‘basic human right’

The Guardian - US · Aug 12, 2024

How Rupert Murdoch helped create a monster – the era of Trumpism – and then lost control of it

You can’t help but feel sorry for Rupert Murdoch.

The Conversation · Aug 11, 2024

A Historian Claims that Republicans are Much More Likely than Democrats to Believe Government May Disregard the Law "When the Ends Seem to Justify the Means"

Ideological monoculture in the academy allows silly, unsupported claims to go unchallenged

Reason · Aug 11, 2024

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The week in TV: Corridors of Power: Should America Police the World?; A Storm Foretold; Paris Olympics; Slip – review

America’s response to global conflict is a painful watch; Trump adviser Roger Stone beggars belief. Plus, the orgasmic comedy drama that may help when the Olympics are over

The Guardian - UK · Aug 11, 2024

At last things seem to be looking up…

But it’s almost easier, more comfortable to expect the worst. By Eva Wiseman

The Guardian - UK · Aug 11, 2024

Latinos in once true-blue Texas border zone are getting on the Trump train

The Rio Grande valley’s Tejano population was once reliably Democratic but traditional loyalties have been eroded

The Guardian - US · Aug 10, 2024

Donald Trump Insulted a Room Full of Black Journalists. I Was There

The NABJ convention was meant to be a time to lift each other up. Instead, we were shushed into silence while Trump attacked us

The Walrus · Aug 10, 2024

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Trump uses Obama 'mean tweets' sketch in latest campaign ad

Former President Donald Trump launched a new campaign ad video that features former President Obama reading mean tweets in a sketch.

Latin Times · Aug 9, 2024

US Envoy Skips Nagasaki Memorial After Israel Snub

The US ambassador to Japan skipped a ceremony on Friday marking the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki in protest at Israel not being invited.

International Business Times · Aug 9, 2024

Nagasaki Mayor Defends Israel Snub At A-bomb Memorial

Nagasaki's mayor said Thursday it was "unfortunate" that US and British ambassadors have refused to attend a ceremony marking the 1945 atomic bombing of the Japanese city because Israel was snubbed.

International Business Times · Aug 8, 2024

Trump keeps calling Harris ‘Kamabla’ but nobody seems to know the meaning behind it

Donald Trump has tried out several nicknames for Harris, including ‘Laffin’ Kamala’ and ‘Lyin’ Kamala’ but none has been as confusing as ‘Kamabla’

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2024

Walz's fiscal record veered from moderate to progressive champion - Roll Call

As Minnesota's governor, Tim Walz has funded paid family and medical leave and free breakfasts and lunches to students.

Roll Call · Aug 8, 2024

Walz offers "playbook" for beating Trump

The Harris campaign says Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz can help Democrats win over voters neglected by past campaigns

Salon · Aug 8, 2024

Can Kamala Harris help Democrats regain lost Black votes?

Some Black voters have drifted away from the Democrats in recent years, but will Harris be able to pull them back?

Al Jazeera · Aug 8, 2024

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The Conversation · Aug 8, 2024

From a pig as political candidate to a breakout speech for Obama − Democratic National Convention often leaves its mark on history

If the Yippies – a group of young activists known for political dissent – had their way, Americans would have elected a 145-pound pig named Pigasus as president in 1968.

The Guardian - AU · Aug 7, 2024

Kamala Harris and the political power of Black sororities

Harris is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, the country’s oldest Black sorority and one of the Divine Nine, which boasts four million members

Al Jazeera · Aug 7, 2024

Will Tim Walz’s selection as Harris’s running mate shift the US election?

Harris’s choice for vice president has energised Democrats. But experts are split over if it will make a difference.

The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2024

A look at the surprising revelations in Tim Walz’s financial disclosures

‘Maybe personal finance isn’t one of his passions,’ said Tyson Brody, an opposition researcher, after the details raised eyebrows

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The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2024

The first Harris-Walz event was almost exactly like Trump’s earliest rallies

Andrew Feinberg has been to his fair share of rallies from across the political spectrum. What he saw on Tuesday night reminded him of one other notorious underdog

The Conversation · Aug 7, 2024

US election 2024: vice-presidential pick Tim Walz brings ‘regular guy’ appeal to Harris campaign

Hours after Kamala Harris announced her choice of running mate for November’s election, she and her vice-presidential pick, Minnesota governor Tim Walz were on stage at a rally of 12,000 people in Philadelphia. Turning his sights on Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, the schoolteacher and football coach turned politician gave…

The Guardian - US · Aug 6, 2024

Tim Walz: charismatic running mate to help Harris make case against Trump

The Minnesota governor is popular and experienced, and Democrats from across the spectrum appear enthused

Obama Advised Harris On VP Pick, Praised Selection Of Walz

Former President Obama advises Vice President Harris on selecting a running mate, emphasizing values and leadership qualities.

The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2024

Harris choosing Walz is another win for behind-the-scenes experts Pelosi and Obama

The former president and former speaker were both reported to have been involved in convincing Biden to step down and convincing Kamala to give Walz a shot

Reason · Aug 6, 2024

Tim Walz Is Against Unaccountable Wars—but He Voted To Fund Them Anyways

While the former congressman cares a lot about war powers, he has often flip-flopped on actually enforcing Congress’ red lines.

Obama Praises Harris's VP Pick, Criticizes Trump's Running Mate

Former President Obama praises VP Harris's choice of Gov. Walz as running mate for 2024 election, contrasting him with Sen. Vance.

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