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Democrats are taking a new tone aimed at a particular weakness of Donald Trump: He hates being laughed at.
Throughout modern history, charismatic leaders have shown their extraordinary ability to elicit devotion to themselves and their causes.
New research shows women see their own fate as tied to that of other women - just one reason JD Vance’s attack was ill-advised.
Right-wing Antonio Gramsci adherents simplify and vulgarize the late Italian philosopher’s thought, reducing it to slogans. In doing so, they’re protecting the political status quo.
If campaign ethics are no longer important to politicians or voters, the U.S. and Canada will face more contested elections, greater political division and further erosion of trust in politicians.
American political conventions will continue to both offend and excite those of us who follow politics closely as we consider the past, present and future of these critical events.
In Kamala Harris’s recent appearances, environmental issues have been mentioned only briefly and she seems to be avoiding diving into specifics. The ambiguity is more than likely intentional.
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are far from the first politicians to change their mind about topics, from the innocuous to important policy shifts.
Music is taking centre stage at this week’s Democratic National Convention. Here’s a look back at how music has historically played a role at American political conventions.
While celebrities are unlikely to decisively shift whom many people choose to vote for, their endorsement of a political candidate can still help shape an election.
States like Russia use gender-based disinformation to influence elections. Now that Kamala Harris is running for president, Americans must be aware of the disinformation they likely consume.
CrowdTangle helped researchers and journalists track viral online falsehoods. Its closure in a key election year is dangerous
The stances taken on cryptocurrencies by Kamala Harris and Donald Trump could have far-reaching implications for the future of digital assets and their role in the global economy.
Americans have been hearing for years that democracy is being eroded and is literally at stake in the upcoming presidential election. But there is good news on the voting front as well.
While many voters embrace Kamala Harris’ candidacy and the fact that she is a multiracial woman without any biological children, some Republicans are using her identity as fodder for attacks.
A falsehood once used on Barack Obama – that he wasn’t eligible to be president – is being recycled to challenge the right of Kamala Harris to serve as president.
JD Vance had the opportunity to share stories of loss and resilience during his nomination acceptance speech. Instead, he chose to focus on melancholia and self-victimization.
In worrying and consequential times, it is necessary to stay informed about the upcoming US election. Many excellent analyses are available.
Misogyny has made it difficult for all women to gain entry into politics, let alone Black women, who face the additional obstacle of abject racism. Will Kamala Harris finally break those barriers?
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