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US Politics at the Crossroads of Disillusionment: Understanding America’s Political Fatigue
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US Politics at the Crossroads of Disillusionment: Understanding America’s Political Fatigue

Both the Democrats and the Republicans are displaying signs of growing intolerance, which could make it difficult to hold a free and fair election in the future. Coupled with growing intolerance for diverse political views, fatigue over the electoral process could damage America's reputation as a nation that upholds the rule of law and political decency. A recent survey suggested that fewer than 40% of Americans would be excited to see either Biden or Trump run again. A Pew survey revealed that an astounding 65 per cent of Americans acknowledged feeling worn out by the state of politics. People of the US are growing weary of the way politics are going right now in their country. Both the major parties, the Democrats and the Republicans, are displaying signs of growing intolerance, ...
Can Taylor Swift Influence the Outcome of the US Presidential Elections? Understanding Her Advocacy, Political and Cultural Impact
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Can Taylor Swift Influence the Outcome of the US Presidential Elections? Understanding Her Advocacy, Political and Cultural Impact

Swift's ability to galvanize her massive fan base, often referred to as "Swifties," cannot be understated. Her endorsements of Democratic candidates previously have been accompanied by significant spikes in voter registration and enthusiasm among her followers. Swift's influence is likely to be most pronounced among younger, more liberal voters, while its effect on older and more conservative demographics may be limited. While Swift’s endorsements and activism may sway some voters and elevate key issues, their impact must be considered alongside broader societal trends and political dynamics in the US. As the United States prepares for the highly anticipated 2024 presidential elections, the role of influential figures in shaping public opinion and mobilizing voters h...
Why is Ron DeSantis a threat to Donald Trump’s reelection?
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Why is Ron DeSantis a threat to Donald Trump’s reelection?

Many of those who used to admire Trump now consider DeSantis a mini- version of Trump, albeit without the kind of controversies that has surrounded the former POTUS. Ever since Biden became the President, he has been criticized over his policies around the economy, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Trump has never let an opportunity to attack his successor slip away.Ron DeSantis gives the Republicans a much needed relief away from the kind of attention Donald Trump has on him but enough to make the right noises that will provoke the media as well. There is no secret that Ron DeSantis is a popular man. The Florida Governor has made his thoughts public when it comes to gender issues or otherwise. His stance as someone willing to defend the Christian faith in America resonates well with a lar...
Donald Trump impeachment trial – US Senate votes to acquit him, again
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Donald Trump impeachment trial – US Senate votes to acquit him, again

Former US president Donald Trump was acquitted on Saturday on charges of inciting an insurrection at the US Capitol, after a majority of Republicans in the Senate closed ranks and voted against the motion to impeach him in a historic second impeachment trial. The five-day trial saw Democratic prosecutors argue that Trump betrayed his oath by whipping up his supporters into storming Congress in a last-ditch attempt to cling to power. They used the dramatic videos of the Jan. 6 riots to bolster their case. The impeachment trial failed on Saturday with a 57-43 majority which fell short of the two-thirds needed in the Senate. However, it was reported that seven Republicans joined with Democrats to seek Trump’s conviction. Trump, welcomed the verdict and denounced the proceedings ...
Brazilian President alleges ‘lot of fraud’ in US presidential election
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Brazilian President alleges ‘lot of fraud’ in US presidential election

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has alleged that he has information that there was a 'lot of fraud' in the just concluded US Presidential  Elections. He said this while speaking to the reporters in Rio De Janeiro over recognizing the victory of Joe Biden, reports Washington Post. Bolsonaro who was seen as a supporter of Donald Trump and his policies, said that he has his sources which affirm fraud. “I have my sources of information that there really was a lot of fraud there,”  Bolsonaro   said. He did not elaborate on the allegation or the kind of 'fraud' about which he has information.  Brazil’s President was talking with the media outside a polling station, after voting during the run-off municipal elections in Rio de Janeiro on 29 Nov, Sunday. He also s...
What happens during US Presidential transition?
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What happens during US Presidential transition?

Reports from the US suggest that President Trump has finally conceded the elections to Joe Biden and has agreed to start the process of transition. After refusing to concede the elections for weeks after November 3rd, Trump agreeing to start the process of transition is seen as the key to the country's response to Corona and other challenges. If the transition happens as planned, Joe Biden will take oath of office on January 20, which is almost 11 weeks after the vote counting was done. But why does the transition of one US President to the next take so long? What happens during the weeks of transition? Is the process as complex as it is made out to be? Why is the transition period this long? Though the transition means the handover of important information and duties from one a...
Trump in a hurry to cut US troop size to 2500 in Afghanistan and Iraq before January
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Trump in a hurry to cut US troop size to 2500 in Afghanistan and Iraq before January

U.S. troops patrol at an Afghan National Army (ANA) Base in Logar province, Afghanistan August 7, 2018. REUTERS/Omar Sobhani Senators including Republicans have slammed the President saying that the terrorists would 'love the idea' President Trump who before the elections had said that he wants "all" troops home by Christmas, seems to be acting in a hurry on that front. US media reports that as per the President's order, US troops in Afghanistan will be cut from about 5,000 to 2,500 by mid-January and those in Iraq will be reduced from 3,000 to 2,500. If all goes as planned, the withdrawal should be finished by 15 January. The new US President takes oath of office on 20th January. Though withdrawal of Troops had been on Trump's agenda since his election campaign in 2016, his late...
Biden at the helm! What it means for the US and India – Part 2
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Biden at the helm! What it means for the US and India – Part 2

From viewing India as a third-world country and a minion to becoming a equal partner in many endeavors, the US-India relationship has come a long way. The closeness of political leaders of the two democracies and the increasing cooperation in defence and other fields is an indication of the changing preferences of both the countries irrespective of the party or president in power. As a metric of the increasing proximity of the two countries, there were just three  US presidential visits to India for the first 50 years since India’s independence I.e, from 1947 to 1997. The first two visits were by Republican Presidents, Dwight D Eisenhower (in 1959) and Richard Nixon (in 1969), and third one was by a Democrat, Jimmy Carter (in 1978). However, the 23 years since then saw five US...
US formally withdraws from Paris agreement
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US formally withdraws from Paris agreement

US President Trump had made coal mining central to his economic vision which was in contrast to the Paris Climate Accord The United States while Donald Trump is still the President, became the first country to officially exit the Paris climate accord on Wednesday. The landmark climate agreement aimed at protecting the planet from the worsening impacts of the climate crisis was signed by 189 countries in 2015 and came into force on 4 November 2016. The accord aimed to keep the global temperature rise below 2C. It also aimed to pursue efforts to limit the temperature increase even further to 1.5C. In 2017, US President Donald Trump first announced his plans to get out of the agreement. This formal withdrawal has given affect to the process started by the US three years ago. "The ...