Tag #Political Polarization

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"Right-Wing Populism and the Erosion of Liberal Democracy in the West"

"The rise of right-wing populism in Western democracies is fueled by economic inequality and cultural polarization, leading to challenges to liberal democratic institutions and potential long-term instability."

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Thuringian Intelligence Chief Faces Investigative Committee Amidst Bias Allegations

Amidst several media reports, the president of Thuringia's domestic intelligence agency, Stephan Kramer, faces an investigative committee initiated by the AfD due to allegations of bias against them during the classification of the Thuringian AfD as "securely right-wing extremist" in 2021, involving...

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Controversial Public Security Law Advances in Spain

Spain's parliament advances a controversial public security law, backed by the PSOE and Bildu, aiming to phase out rubber bullets, reduce penalties for security infractions, and end 'hot returns' of irregular migrants by the first quarter of 2025, sparking fierce opposition from PP and Vox.

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Poll Shows Low Public Approval for Trump's Cabinet Picks

A new poll reveals low public approval for several of President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks, including Pete Hegseth for Defense Secretary and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health Secretary, with significant portions of the public unfamiliar with the nominees; confirmation in the Senate is seen as...

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Inconsistent Funding Threatens Nonprofits Dedicated to Protecting Voting Rights

Progressive philanthropists attempted to address inconsistent funding for nonprofits supporting voter rights and civic engagement, but many funders still prioritize short-term election-focused projects over sustained community building, potentially jeopardizing long-term democratic health.

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Biden Veto Threat Jeopardizes Bipartisan Judgeship Bill

President Biden opposes the JUDGES Act, which would add 63 federal judgeships, reversing earlier bipartisan support due to concerns that President-elect Trump would appoint 22 of them, despite widespread agreement on the need to address judicial backlogs.

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Chilean Politics: Moderation's Paradox

Despite a perceived triumph of moderation in Chilean politics after recent regional elections, the surprising reappearance of Johannes Kaiser in presidential polls with controversial statements reveals a deeper ideological division within the right wing, raising questions about the underlying public...

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Trump Credits Assassination Attempt for 2024 Victory

President-elect Trump attributes his 2024 victory to a July assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, claiming it swayed public opinion and attracted new supporters, including Elon Musk, ultimately contributing to his win.

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"Spanish Congress Rejects Amendments to Controversial "Gag Law" After Heated Debate"

"The Spanish Congress rejected amendments to the "gag law" from the PP and Vox parties by a vote of 176 against and 169 in favor (PP) and 176 against, 33 in favor, and 137 abstentions (Vox). The debate was marked by intense disagreements and accusations between parties, resulting in heated exchanges...

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DOJ Report: No Undercover FBI Agents at January 6th Riot

A DOJ investigation found no undercover FBI agents at the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, but 26 confidential informants were present; three were tasked to monitor domestic terrorism suspects, with one entering the Capitol. The report refutes claims of FBI orchestration of the violence.

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CEO Murder Sparks Debate on US Healthcare

Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old from a wealthy family, was arrested for the premeditated murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, citing the high cost of healthcare and corporate greed in a three-page manifesto found with a 3D-printed gun.

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Daniel Penny Acquitted: Civil Suit Remains, Political Fallout Ensues

After a Manhattan jury acquitted Daniel Penny of criminal charges in the death of Jordan Neely, he celebrated with his attorneys; however, a civil lawsuit remains, and the case has ignited significant political debate.

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