National Politics
Latest Political Developments Discussed on PBS News
NPR’s Tamara Keith and Jasmine Wright of NOTUS participated in a discussion with Amna Nawaz regarding recent political happenings. Key topics included the primary elections in Arizona. Here, Republicans are set to select a nominee
Bernie Sanders’ Influence on Democratic Politics
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders lost the Democratic presidential primary twice, in 2016 and again in 2020. Each time, the party’s establishment rallied around a more moderate nominee. Sanders returned to Burlington. A decade later, the
President Trump to Appear on New U.S. $1 Coin
The U.S. Mint, overseen by the Treasury Department, has begun producing a new $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump’s image. This marks a notable development in U.S. currency, historically dominated by images of past presidents.
The Challenges of Populism in America
At 250 years old, America finds itself ensnared in divergent populist ideologies. These perspectives present conflicting ideas on how to address the nation’s issues. However, both the MAGA right and the socialist left share a
Congress Faces Criticism Amid August Recess
As Congress embarks on its August recess, critics are vocal about a period marked by dysfunction. This dysfunction is mainly due to an aging leadership and increasing partisan gridlock. The question that resonates among many
Justice Department Approves TikTok on Government Phones
The Justice Department recently issued a memo stating that federal employees can install TikTok on their government phones. This reverses the previous 2022 ban on the social media application due to national security concerns. The
Analyzing Congressional Inefficiency and Political Dynamics
As Congress adjourns for the August recess, a pressing question echoes: “What are we doing here?” This inquiry arises amid political insiders’ chuckles and voters’ emphatic queries. President Trump and his Republican allies gained control
Challenges Facing UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham
Introduction to No. 10 The United Kingdom has seen significant turnover at No. 10 Downing Street, welcoming multiple prime ministers in recent years. Andy Burnham is the latest to assume the office, during a challenging
Youth Movement Challenges India’s Government with Demands for Reform
In New Delhi, police deployed tear gas and batons against supporters of India’s youth-led Cockroach movement to prevent their march to Parliament on Monday. The protesters were demanding the resignation of the education minister. Meanwhile,
The Call for Revolutionary Change: Examining Democratic Socialism
“Imagine the end of capitalism.” This provocative statement is found in the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) manifesto, envisioning a society void of landlords, debt, mandatory work hours, and where essentials such as food, education,