The 2024 U.S. Presidential Election -- the 60th quadrennial election -- took place on 5 November 2024. Donald J. Trump won the election against Kamala Harris, becoming the 47th President of the United States.
2024 US Presidential Election
— Donald Trump’s Iowa caucus win attracts attention, but its predictive value is historically low due to unrepresentative demographics. Media should avoid overstating Trump’s success and political resurgence based on one caucus.
US Politics
— Is President Joe Biden’s ego outpacing his ability to govern, given his strong legislative achievements and ongoing popularity? Voters will have to assess his leadership in the 2024 election, considering the complex interplay of personal emotions and pragmatism.
US Foreign Policy
— The term ‘axis of evil’ is being revived by some Republicans to describe China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. However, the new grouping differs in principles and has more tenuous links to US policy. It also appears driven by Republicans in Congress rather than the White House.
Politics
— Populism is surging, exemplified by Donald Trump’s strategy of undermining trust in democratic institutions. This global trend features populist leaders portraying themselves as champions of the people, making unfounded allegations of collusion, and fostering widespread distrust.
OPINION
— B. Jay Cooper examines the dilemma faced by some Republicans torn between their long-held ideological beliefs and voting against Donald Trump, whom they see as contradicting those values. He advocates for choosing to vote against Trump, whom he perceives as a potential tyrant.
2024 US Presidential Election
— Some Democrats are concerned as recent polls suggest voters may choose Donald Trump over Joe Biden in key states for the 2024 presidential election. Despite Biden's low approval, electoral outcomes remain uncertain.
OPINION
— Democrats celebrated victories in Tuesday’s U.S. elections, with potential implications for 2024. Trump’s absence from the ballot introduces uncertainty. Ageing remains a focal point, with scrutiny on both Biden and Trump. Making predictions is challenging.
OPINION
— You asked for it (well, no you didn't but,) the Oys! and Yos!
2024 US Presidential Election
— From immigration and federal spending to Ukraine and the state of American schools, eight GOP presidential candidates had a lot to say.
COMMENT
— A second-generation Indian swam into the world’s view of America’s political craziness the day India became only the fourth nation to land a spacecraft on the moon.
COMMENT
— In 2016, Donald Trump’s outrageous behaviour – tweets, incendiary statements, and norm-breaking promises – were covered with gawping attention. In 2023, it’s his criminal indictments.
Tech
— AI can manipulate a real event or invent one from thin air to create a ‘situation deepfake.’ These deepfakes threaten to influence upcoming elections, but you can still protect your vote.
Donald Trump
— Donald Trump accused Joe Biden of weaponizing the justice department and compared the situation to Stalinist Russia to explain his recent indictment, whilst Mike Pence urged patience and prayer for Trump, who now faces 37 charges related to handling classified documents.
Donald Trump
— Former president Donald Trump is set to face seven federal charges concerning his handling of classified documents. The very serious charges filed by special counsel Jack Smith in federal district court in Miami may carry a maximum penalty of 10 years.
Political Cartoons
— Trump or DeSantis? The former president or the Governor of Florida? The original or the copy? – Today’s political cartoon by FM Hansen.
OPINION
— Florida Governor Ron DeSantis passed a right-wing agenda, including a six-week abortion ban, extended death penalty, and restrictions on LGBTQ+ education. While appealing to Republican primary voters, will it be enough to beat Donald Trump?
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