Michigan Senate Debate Goes Personal The Michigan Senate debate featuring Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers turned confrontational. The candidates not only clashed over political differences but also questioned each other’s personal backgrounds. Hosted by WOOD-TV in Grand Rapids and NewsNation, this debate is the first of two scheduled before Election Day, with the...
The American political system faces numerous issues. Congress often shifts from one deadline to another. Presidents are increasingly amassing power. Both political parties view each other as existential threats. This raises the question: how did the political landscape reach this point, and what measures could restore its functionality? Megan McArdle addresses these concerns alongside Yuval...
Former President Donald Trump appeared in the spin room following the second presidential debate held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia on September 10, 2024. In a separate matter, ABC News came under scrutiny after it deleted a report targeting the business dealings of Trump’s sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, subsequent to...
Congress is considering a significant $30 billion modernization request from Sean Duffy. For this proposal to be approved, it’s crucial for Congress to ensure it includes several strict conditions. Redundant Physical Routes One essential condition is the implementation of redundant physical routes. These routes act as a safeguard, ensuring continuous operation even when primary routes...
The UnPopulist, an independent publication aiming to protect liberal democracy from authoritarianism globally, reports a growing cynicism among voters who supported Kamala Harris in the presidential election. This change is evident in the latest survey on populism conducted by the Institute for the Study of Modern Authoritarianism (ISMA). The June survey reveals a significant increase...
The Nation, established by abolitionists in 1865, has consistently documented political and cultural matters as a critical, independent, and progressive publication. On March 27, the Penn College Republicans sent out an urgent email to their mailing list. The message addressed the recipients as ‘Dear Patriots’ and announced an imminent event. The email revealed that Theo...
The UnPopulist, an independent publication committed to protecting liberal democracy from authoritarianism both in the U.S. and worldwide, has published results from a recent survey by the Institute for the Study of Modern Authoritarianism (ISMA). This survey highlights a shift in attitudes among voters who supported Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election. According to...
The Michigan Senate debate took place on Thursday featuring Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers. Both candidates traded sharp remarks throughout the debate. Debate Highlights El-Sayed labeled Rogers as “weak,” “cowardly,” and a “sock puppet for the Trump administration.” Rogers responded by calling El-Sayed a “glitchy AI chatbot” who is “running a con.” The...
The UnPopulist, an independent publication focused on defending liberal democracy from authoritarianism, has shared new findings from the Institute for the Study of Modern Authoritarianism (ISMA). These findings highlight a growing cynicism among supporters of President Kamala Harris towards American elites. According to ISMA’s populism survey, conducted in June, there has been a notable increase...
Republican Senator Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson met for the first of four debates in Maine’s critical Senate race. On Tuesday night in Portland, Collins defended her bipartisan record, while Jackson sought to link her with President Donald Trump and counter claims about his inexperience. Online reactions after the debate showed no clear...