The Democratic male's midlife crisis The Pod Bros, Chris Murphy and others are chasing the far left to stay young. At what cost? Salon · Aug 6
El-Sayed's win causes GOP meltdown Republican efforts to turn the Democratic Senate nominee into a bogeyman betray their fear Salon · Aug 6
How the new generation of left-wing US media is powering progressive candidates Progressive candidates are winning primaries with help from new left-wing media. These platforms allow candidates to build national profiles and raise funds. Independent content creators are becoming influential political kingmakers in Democratic politics. This growing media network shapes campaigns and activist organising across the nation. The Economic Times · Aug 6
How Abdul El-Sayed went from political oblivion to progressive breakthrough in Michigan Senate race Abdul El-Sayed narrowly won Michigan's U.S. Senate primary, defeating Representative Haley Stevens. He will now face Republican Mike Rogers in the general election contest. El-Sayed's progressive agenda overcame significant outside spending and establishment backing. His victory is seen as a key test for the progressive movement in a swing state.… The Economic Times · Aug 6
Socialists Are Trying To Take Hold of the Democratic Party—and They're Winning The democratic socialists taking over the Democratic Party often say they just want affordable healthcare. They actually want to end America's constitutional system as we know it. Reason · Aug 5
Progressives notch another victory after Abdul El-Sayed wins Democratic Senate nomination in Michigan The vote count continues in Michigan as progressive Abdul El-Sayed holds a narrow lead over Rep. Haley Stevens The Independent UK · Aug 5
Hasan Piker slams Channel 4 for 'ambush' interview on UK ban US left-wing speaker Hasan Piker has criticised Channel 4 for an "ambush" interview about the UK Home Office revoking his visa. The National (Scotland) · Aug 5
Streamer Hasan Piker Plans to Reapply for UK Visa Under PM Burnham: Here Is Why He Was Banned Streamer Hasan Piker remains hopeful for a UK visa under PM Andy Burnham, despite previous denial linked to his criticism of Israel and UK-Israel relations. International Business Times UK · Aug 5
Loyal to the look: why Zohran Mamdani wears a suit in all seasons Around town, on the pitch and even in the pool, the New York mayor keeps his suit on – what do his sartorial choices tell us? The Guardian - US · Jul 26
Socialist Influencer Hasan Piker Is Praising Mao. Here's the Truth About Chinese Communism. Hasan Piker and the Democratic Socialists of America are recycling failed ideas. Reason · Jul 21
‘Front groups and fellow travelers’: state department attacks US left over Cuba New report denounces Havana and claims ‘campaign of subversion’ has infiltrated highest levels of US government The Guardian - US · Jul 20
'He's Campaigning Against Trump': JD Vance Accused of Bitter Joe Rogan Betrayal Over Iran War JD Vance's forthright Iran war comments on The Joe Rogan Experience have fuelled claims he is already campaigning against Donald Trump as he quietly positions himself for a 2028 White House run. International Business Times UK · Jul 19
"Dumb disgusting low IQ animal": Hasan Piker's explosive Clavicular praise turns into brutal Asmongold attack Hasan Piker has sparked fresh controversy after praising Clavicular for avoiding political commentary while launching a scathing attack on fellow streamer Asmongold. During a livestream, Hasan accused Asmongold of speaking on issues he does not understand and used harsh insults against him. A viral X post amplified the remarks, igniting… The Times of India · Jul 15
Pedestrian.tv · Jul 12 NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Confirms Taylor Swift Paid USD$160K Fee For Madison Square Garden Wedding Zohran Mamdani has confirmed that Taylor Swift has paid an eye-watering fee for her extravagant wedding to Travis Kelce.
The Guardian - US · Jul 5 Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow ends bid for US Senate Exit leaves primary voters to choose between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and centrist Haley Stevens in must-win seat
The Independent UK · Jun 22 Burnham latest: PM hopeful meets Starmer in secret as he prepares to run for Labour leader Downing Street confirmed that the prime minister would allow prospective leadership candidates to receive government briefings
The Independent UK · Jun 21 Hasan Piker criticises left-wing politics in UK but praises Zack Polanski US influencer Hasan Piker has criticised left-wing politics in the UK as being in a "state of disarray" while praising Zack Polanski for driving renewed growth for the Green Party.
France 24 · Jun 12 Not up for debate: Britain bans commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur This week, FRANCE 24's media show Scoop looks at Britain's decision to block controversial left-wing commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur from entering the country. The interior minister judged that their presence was "not conducive to the public good". This vague standard is increasingly being used to keep out high-profile…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 8 Those who championed free speech in the UK and US now wage war on it. And here’s why: Palestine It was once an article of faith that even those who speak words we disagree with deserve protection. As regards Palestine, that’s now not true, says Mehdi Hasan, editor-in-chief and CEO of Zeteo
The Times of India · Jun 7 Hasan Piker’s White House mention sparks buzz when critics notice a surprising name blunder The White House sparked online discussion after misspelling Hasan Piker’s name on its “Left Wing Lunacy” webpage. The page listed Piker alongside Stephen Colbert, Don Lemon, Jimmy Kimmel, and others while criticizing their comments about President Donald Trump. The attention came as Piker was also discussing Trump during a recent…
Reason · Jun 4 California Elections, Graham Platner, Recalling COVID Insanity Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi are hoping socialism doesn’t make the leap from New York City to Los Angeles to D.C.
The Guardian - US · Jun 4 Why is Hasan Piker ‘not conducive to the public good’? Because on Gaza, we punish the witness, not the crime The UK has banned Piker and Cenk Uygur from entry – but the objectionable things they’ve said are not more dangerous than Israel itself
The Guardian - UK · Jun 4 Banning leftwing activists from entering Britain: an illiberal move with a long history in this country The cancellation of Cenk Uygur’s and Hasan Piker’s visas tells us that the home secretary’s powers to police speech are too broad, says campaigner and barrister DK Renton
The Guardian - UK · Jun 4 Leftwing US commentator calls decision to ban him from UK ‘Kafkaesque’ Cenk Uygur was due to appear at SXSW alongside streamer Hasan Piker but Home Office cancelled travel authorisation