The outcome of whether a president can tweet or not due to a single bit flip on a server in Virginia might become the most important political issue in the world in the coming years, surpassing issues like the taxation of billionaires.
The contribution of large amounts of cash to political campaigns creates a sense of obligation in the candidate towards the donors, regardless of whether the exchange is explicit or not, leading to a corrupt relationship between politicians and wealthy backers. The massive spending in political campaigns often determines the victor regardless of the competence of the candidate for the position.
Tony Blair has stated that Labour's criticisms should be resolved privately, instead of being disclosed to the opposition parties. It will help Labour to face the general election confidently, says the former Prime Minister.
In this podcast, the hosts discuss their political views and driving habits, including the concept of making a left turn, being an independent candidate, and being a proponent of it.
A political scandal is uncovered where a state hero stole $5 million of fund that had been dedicated to those who are suffering the most in the state. The government is casual and cavalier about the way they handle millions of dollars.
Participatory budgeting and more complicated systems of voting can be used to give people more reflection of their choices than simply picking one candidate in elections.
The speaker shares their struggle with expressing political opinions and dealing with self-righteousness in conversations.
The tendency to demonize individuals in politics often leads to the rejection of all ideas associated with that person, contributing to a divisive discourse that reinforces party lines instead of promoting constructive dialogue.
The podcast is seen as tightly against Putin, criticizing for recent actions, including murder accusations and domestic terror attacks.
The Democratic Party needs to put forward candidates who can tap into the desires of the middle of the country, such as a middle of the country governor or mayor, like Pete Buttigieg. It is also a wake-up call for the nominating processes in both parties.
The idea of creating a forum for people from all political parties to come and share their stories and fears, free from any policy prescription, could allow for genuine understanding to occur between individuals from 'red' and 'blue' tribes, as we all need to know what 'hard' feels like to appreciate the 'good'.
Political strategists argue that President Biden is missing a chance to celebrate his success in handling the COVID-19 pandemic by pushing for further restrictions and mandates, which invite attacks from Republicans and accusations of hypocrisy.
The speaker discusses the importance of treating political ideas seriously and not dumbing them down for young people. He emphasizes that people are capable of understanding more if they are presented with respect.
Dave Rubin explains the differences between classical liberalism, conservatism, and libertarianism, highlighting that the government should get out of the way so people can be as free as possible, while acknowledging that some people are luckier than others, or work harder, but we are all humans. The main difference between classical liberalism and libertarianism is that a libertarian would disassemble the government completely.
The speaker learned the importance of humanizing people in a political environment after being given eyes by someone who saw beyond their political affiliations. This helped the speaker to relate and communicate with people effectively despite their differences.
During an event in Iowa, political candidates focused on the topic of the southern U.S. border, election integrity, and preparations for natural disasters. Meanwhile, a local group, the Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition, invited about 20 candidates to speak at a fundraising event.
Despite the upcoming election, many Americans are feeling disillusioned with politics and believe everything is becoming too extreme. This sentiment is shared by 85% of Americans, regardless of political affiliation.
The speaker talks about how his dad had an incredible memory for historical events, but lacked emotional memory, and how political beliefs often influence people's perspectives and opinions.
The age of presidential candidates can be a pivotal issue in politics, with 80% of Americans saying they don't want a president who is over 80 years old, which may impact Joe Biden's campaign. This has raised questions about the selection of the most talented candidates, rather than focusing on age, for future elections.
The former political advisor reflects on the positive qualities of the former president and first lady. Additionally, the discussion touches on the impact of corn-based ethanol on developing nations and the potential for biofuel from alternative sources.
Minnie's PAC plans to educate and outreach Black people in Blading County to inform them about who the candidates are and who might have their best interests at heart, as they prepare for another vote for Trump in Dan Bishop, which is not good for Black people, according to her.
The speaker criticizes politicians who worked at pizza parlors in the past and comments that everyone loves pizza. The discussion then shifts to a joke made by Mark Cuban about not giving politicians jobs at Dairy Queen, which caused offense to Dairy Queen employees.
The speaker discusses a governor who was backed by the KKK but later turned on the group, not out of loyalty, but because he didn't feel like it after being elected. He also comments on how sometimes the KKK's views can be hard to follow.
This podcast discusses Colin Powell's approach to the Iraq War, including his willingness to go along with the war despite his reluctance and his ultimate efforts to preserve his reputation by distancing himself from its disastrous consequences.
In this podcast episode, the speaker admits to stealing votes and making a joke about it, highlighting an absurd situation. The speaker also discusses the irony of a lawsuit against them in Finland, where they are being held responsible for potential copyright infringements by Pirate Bay.
The topic of safety is a major concern in politics and often influences how people vote. Despite concerns about the governor of Florida, many people may still vote for the Republican candidate due to perceived safety concerns.
The speaker makes an unclear and vague political message that is difficult to understand and lacks coherence. The message involves a voting decision and a possible endorsement for a hair doctor.
The host speculates that Trump's rise to power may have been part of a larger orchestrated effort to destabilize the country, forcing extreme policies and fractures in society.
The President reflects on terrorism and the Constitution's amendments, with a rambling speech that includes a strange reference to a discreet package at the listener's door.
The Clinton team, in collaboration with the Obama administration and John Brennan, allegedly set up meetings with Russians to frame the Trump team for a non-existent collusion hoax. The pre-emptive strike was aimed at distracting attention from what they were doing and framing the Trump team.
Polling shows some Democrats are considering voting for a Republican candidate in the 2024 election, as President Biden nears the expected launch of his re-election campaign.
The importance of political strategy and pleasing $61 donors is discussed and illustrated in the example of Ted Cruz's failed campaign.
Bill Maher urges Democrats to step outside of their media bubble and reach out to people who hold opposing political views, highlighting how more Democrats watch Fox News than MSNBC.
In this podcast episode, the host expresses their views on how proposing technical solutions to social and political problems is like expecting magical hate crime juice to solve them, and feels disappointed that these problems are only getting worse. There was an advertisement for celery juice in the transcript.
American political campaigns spend $1 billion, which is the same amount the country spends yearly on chewing gum. This is an excerpt from a discussion on fact-checking by Freakonomics Radio.
The conversation explores the relevance of local elections, dart throwing tricks, and the subreddit Never Tell Me The Odds, highlighting how we can't reduce politics only to presidential or party voting.
The podcast discusses how politicians can become out of touch as they age and how the current system gives lawyers control over judges. The younger generation is pushing for change and wants younger politicians to bring fresh perspectives to politics.
The government not only needs evidence but also must show that the crime charged is a routine one that is normally charged in order to differentiate from a show trial. Selective prosecution requires treating people equally and without stretching laws.
