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  • Labour achieves a landslide victory in the UK general election, ushering in a new era of politics. The French parliamentary elections remain uncertain, with potential scenarios discussed. Greece's political system is in crisis, with high abstention rates and growing disillusionment. Stay tuned for in-depth analysis and updates on these significant political developments on Simply Politics.Sources:https://www.economist.com/britain/2024/07/05/labours-landslide-victory-will-turn-politics-on-its-headhttps://www.politico.eu/podcast/eu-confidential/panic-mode-biden-and-le-pen-imperil-mainstream-politics/https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/5/uks-starmer-promises-national-renewal-after-commanding-labour-winhttps://www.euractiv.com/section/politics/news/poll-confirms-greeces-political-system-is-in-crisis/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Labour’s landslide victory will turn politics on its head(00:00:59) Panic mode: Biden and Le Pen imperil mainstream politics(00:02:56) UK’s Starmer promises ‘national renewal’ after commanding Labour win(00:05:47) Poll confirms Greece’s political system is in crisis

  • Hakeem Jeffries seeks to stem House defections as Democrats panic over Biden. U.K. political leaders campaign ahead of potentially historic election. Democratic governor declares Biden 'fit for office' after meeting with state leaders. Biden family remains 'all in' on president continuing in 2024 race.Sources:https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/07/03/hakeem-jeffries-biden-house-democrats-step-down-doggett-grijalva/https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/u-k-political-leaders-campaign-ahead-of-potentially-historic-election-214196805864https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/03/politics/democratic-governors-meeting-biden/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/07/03/politics/biden-family-first-lady-2024-race/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Jeffries seeks to stem House defections, for now, as Democrats panic over Biden(00:03:39) U.K. political leaders campaign ahead of potentially historic election(00:06:57) Democratic governor says Biden ‘fit for office’ after president meets with group of state leaders(00:09:52) Biden family is ‘all in’ on president continuing in 2024 race, source says

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  • Democrats fret while awaiting signs of how Biden will weather debate debacle. 'Politically homeless' voters driven from the GOP by Trump now feel let down by the Democrats. Plus, Biden faces growing pressure to quit race as Democrats question fitness. Also, analysis of how Biden's post-debate crisis is evolving into a genuine threat to his reelection bid.Sources:https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/democrats-fret-awaiting-signs-biden-will-weather-debate-debacle-rcna160011https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/03/politics/never-trump-republicans-biden-post-debate/index.htmlhttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/3/biden-faces-growing-pressure-to-quit-race-as-democrats-question-fitnesshttps://www.cnn.com/2024/07/03/politics/joe-biden-campaign-crisis/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) ‘Some kind of strange vortex’: Voters driven from the GOP by Trump now feel let down by the Democrats.(00:03:27) Biden faces growing pressure to quit race as Democrats question fitness(00:05:59) Analysis: Biden’s post-debate crisis is now evolving into a genuine threat to his reelection bid

  • French President Emmanuel Macron must navigate a complex political landscape carefully. Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey's campaign stunts are becoming increasingly attention-grabbing. Plus, Caroline Lucas reflects on her 14 years as the only Green MP. Also, analysis of Biden's response to Trump's Supreme Court triumph.Sources:https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-808556https://www.theguardian.com/politics/gallery/2024/jul/02/ed-for-heights-lib-dem-leader-davey-campaign-stunts-in-pictureshttps://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/jul/02/caroline-lucas-on-politics-science-and-14-years-as-the-only-green-mp-podcasthttps://www.cnn.com/2024/07/02/politics/biden-trump-supreme-court-debate-analysis/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Macron must navigate this complex political landscape carefully(00:03:10) Ed for heights: Lib Dem leader Davey’s campaign stunts(00:05:12) Caroline Lucas on politics, science and 14 years as the only Green MP(00:08:08) Analysis: Biden seizes on Trump’s Supreme Court triumph to seek redemption after debate debacle

  • The far-right emerges as the dominant force in the French election. The final week of campaigning is crucial for candidates. Glastonbury 2024 showcases music and politics. Biden's campaign faces a crisis after a debate debacle. Stay informed with these insightful articles on the shifting political landscape in France, the upcoming election, the intersection of music and politics at Glastonbury, and the challenges facing Biden's campaign.Sources:https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd10g29l7y4ohttps://www.theguardian.com/politics/audio/2024/jul/01/politics-weekly-westminster-the-final-week-of-campaigning-podcasthttps://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/glastonbury/glastonbury-2024-weekend-highlights-coldplay-shania-sza-b2571523.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/07/01/politics/biden-campaign-reelection-debate/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) French election: Far right now the dominant political force(00:03:01) Politics Weekly Westminster: The final week of campaigning(00:04:55) Pop, politics and Pyramid Stage record-breakers come to the fore at Glastonbury 2024(00:07:30) Analysis: Biden’s campaign wages desperate bid to save his reelection campaign after debate debacle

  • How politics affects the wine we drink. The Sunday Times newspaper endorses the Labour Party. Plus, the story of a Jewish child sheltered during WWII and the proposal to create an 'office of black male excellence' in NYC.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/food/article/2024/jun/30/how-politics-affects-the-wine-we-drinkhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj504619e63ohttps://www.lemonde.fr/en/m-le-mag/article/2024/06/30/she-was-sheltered-away-as-a-jewish-child-during-wwii-today-politics-has-become-chaos_6676160_117.htmlhttps://nypost.com/2024/06/29/us-news/nyc-politicians-want-to-create-office-of-black-male-excellence/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) How politics affects the wine we drink(00:03:18) Sunday Times newspaper endorses Labour Party(00:05:23) She was sheltered away as a Jewish child during WWII: 'Today, politics has become chaos'(00:07:46) NYC politicians want to create office of 'black male excellence'

  • Discover the fascinating intersection of politics and dating with our latest article on the 'Politics of Dating Survey'. Plus, Trump campaign managers outline plans to cut the GOP platform. Also, controversy surrounds FDNY's prohibition of political expression, and political cartoons sum up the presidential debate.Sources:https://nypost.com/2024/06/29/us-news/sexual-politics-survey-reveals-which-party-expects-sex-on-first-date/https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/29/politics/trump-campaign-gop-platform/index.htmlhttps://nypost.com/2024/06/29/us-news/new-fdny-order-prohibits-on-job-political-expression/https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/2024/06/29/political-cartoons-biden-trump-debate/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Politics of dating survey: Here's how Dems and Republicans view sex(00:03:09) Trump campaign managers in memo outline plans to cut GOP platform(00:06:08) FDNY commish Laura Kavanagh prohibits firefighters from 'political...(00:08:33) Six political cartoons that sum up the presidential debate

  • France's upcoming legislative election is influenced by the 'Mbappe effect' as football star Kylian Mbappe urges young voters to shape the country's future. In India, confrontations continue to define politics post-election. A viewpoint article argues for abortion rights to transcend party politics. The UK witnesses a shift in news consumption and political opinions. Join us as we explore these diverse topics in the world of politics.Sources:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5584608/2024/06/24/france-kylian-mbappe-election-euro-2024/https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/suhas-palshikar-writes-confrontation-not-cooperation-will-continue-to-define-politics-9410511/https://www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/opinion/contributors/viewpoints/2024/06/23/curtis-hertel-abortion-rights-opinion-dobbs-anniversary/74173469007/https://www.theguardian.com/politics/article/2024/jun/24/news-mainstream-social-media-consumption-changes-uk-electionOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) France, racial politics and why 'the Mbappe effect' is shaping a bitter election(00:03:03) Suhas Palshikar writes: Confrontation, not cooperation, will continue to define politics(00:06:29) Viewpoint: Abortion rights should transcend party politics(00:09:25) ‘There’s a lot less sharing’: how news consumption has changed since last UK election

  • Ferguson focuses on Reichert at state Democratic convention. Fourth Tory official investigated for election bets. Rep. Bowman's speech sparks debate. Social care crisis demands attention from politicians. Stay informed with Simply Politics as we cover these important stories and their implications.Sources:https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/ferguson-laser-focused-on-reichert-at-state-democratic-convention/https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c511nv3pjd6ohttps://www.foxnews.com/politics/rep-bowman-says-aipac-see-power-motherf-ing-bronx-during-rally-speechhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c511ew07jwgoOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Ferguson laser-focused on Reichert at state Democratic convention(00:02:58) Fourth Tory official reportedly investigated for election bets(00:05:49) Rep. Bowman says AIPAC will see 'power of the motherf---ing Bronx' during rally speech(00:07:55) Social care: Those at sharp end want politicians to talk about it

  • New texts allegedly show Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted leading FirstEnergy's push for House Bill 6. Political clashes and living pressures crash Taiwanese leader Lai's ratings. Plus, hear what voters from the district think about Boebert running for Congress in this GOP primary.Sources:https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/politics/ohio-politics/new-texts-allegedly-show-ohio-lt-gov-jon-husted-leading-firstenergys-push-for-house-bill-6https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3267524/political-clashes-living-pressures-crash-taiwanese-leader-lais-ratingshttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/21/politics/video/boebert-colorado-voters-gop-primary-kafanov-ebof-digvidhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/21/politics/video/boebert-colorado-voters-gop-primary-kafanov-ebof-digvidOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) New texts allegedly show Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted leading FirstEnergy's push for House Bill 6(00:03:30) Political clashes, living pressures crash Taiwanese leader Lai’s ratings(00:06:01) Boebert is running for Congress in this GOP primary. Hear what voters from the district think(00:08:40) Boebert is running for Congress in this GOP primary. Hear what voters from the district think

  • Taiwan braces for protests as a controversial bill is pushed forward. The Colorado Republican Party faces internal divisions and a contentious race in CD-5. Stay informed about these political developments on Simply Politics.Sources:https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd118zly349ohttps://www.coloradopolitics.com/opinion/whose-gop-is-todays-colorado-gop-bidlack/article_770b54dc-2f5e-11ef-b90b-b77838dfc7d1.htmlhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd118zly349ohttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd118zly349oOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:35) Taiwan braces for protests as controversial bill pushed forward(00:03:25) Whose GOP is today's Colorado GOP?(00:06:03) Taiwan braces for protests as controversial bill pushed forward(00:08:23) Taiwan braces for protests as controversial bill pushed forward

  • Harriet Harman calls for zero tolerance for sexual harassment by MPs. The housing crisis in Europe becomes a major political issue. James Carville criticizes Louisiana's Ten Commandments law. Kenya's Gen Z protesters lead an anti-tax revolution. Stay informed about these pressing political stories and their implications.Sources:https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn33nkx7nr5ohttps://www.politico.eu/article/hot-political-issue-european-union-affordable-housing/https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/19/politics/video/louisiana-ten-commandments-classroom-display-carville-jennings-ac360-digvidhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2jj5mee1pmoOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Harriet Harman wants zero tolerance for sexual harassment by MPs(00:03:15) The hottest political issue European politicians aren’t talking about(00:06:10) ‘Dumbest waste of time I’ve ever seen in my life’: Carville weighs in on Louisiana 10 Commandments law(00:09:01) Kenya's Gen Z anti-tax revolutionaries - the new faces of protest

  • US and key allies are debating the commitment to give on Ukraine joining NATO at the upcoming summit. Milwaukee Mayor responds to Trump's claim about selecting the city for the RNC convention. Eugene Vindman wins the Democratic primary for Virginia open seat. New texts reveal alleged collaboration between Governor DeWine and FirstEnergy to pass House Bill 6. Stay informed about these critical political developments on Simply Politics.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/19/politics/us-allies-nato-membership-debate/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/18/politics/video/milwaukee-mayor-rnc-trump-newsnight-digvidhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/18/politics/virginia-primary/index.htmlhttps://www.news5cleveland.com/news/politics/ohio-politics/new-texts-show-firstenergy-allegedly-working-with-gov-dewine-to-pass-house-bill-6Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:48) US and key allies debating what commitment to give on Ukraine joining NATO at upcoming summit(00:03:26) ‘A complete fabrication’: Milwaukee Mayor on Trump claiming to select city for RNC convention(00:06:00) Eugene Vindman, key figure at Trump’s first impeachment, will win Dem primary for Virginia open seat, CNN projects(00:08:25) New texts show FirstEnergy allegedly working with Gov. DeWine to pass House Bill 6

  • Priyanka Gandhi, sister of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, to contest elections. Steve Bannon pushes the 2024 election as a 'victory or death!' war. Thaksin indicted on charge of royal defamation in Thailand. Barack Obama comments on the current political landscape. Stay informed about these significant developments in Indian politics, American politics, and Thai democracy.Sources:https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjmmg4pm0m4ohttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/18/politics/bannon-trump-election-what-matters/index.htmlhttps://apnews.com/article/thailand-thaksin-lese-majeste-srettha-move-forward-a3b4bfee63f4ed547fffe2ff153fd0b4https://www.vanityfair.com/news/story/barack-obama-says-michelle-told-malia-and-sasha-to-stay-far-far-away-from-politicsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Priyanka Gandhi: India Congress leader to contest election(00:03:12) Analysis: Trump’s former top strategist pushes the 2024 election as a ‘victory or death!’ war(00:06:48) Thaksin indicted on charge of royal defamation as more court cases stir Thailand's political woes(00:09:53) Barack Obama Says Michelle Told Malia and Sasha to Stay Far, Far Away From Politics

  • Two political outliers claim seats in the European Parliament by leveraging social media's viral power. A powerful documentary tells the story of a Roma lorry driver turned viral activist. Plus, high-level talks between Australia and China spark debates on trade and human rights. Also, Senator Chris Murphy criticizes the Supreme Court's alleged corruption and political bias.Sources:https://apnews.com/article/election-panayiotou-social-media-spain-alvise-perez-b19afbc4e56d71143bb513de111fef1ahttps://www.theguardian.com/film/article/2024/jun/17/pongo-calling-review-roma-lorry-driver-turns-viral-activist-after-political-persecutionhttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/6/17/albanese-says-australia-tells-chinas-li-cannot-be-silent-on-key-issueshttps://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/chris-murphy-supreme-court-brazenly-corrupt-political-1235040768/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) 2 political outliers claim seats in European Parliament by leveraging social media's viral power(00:03:48) Pongo Calling review – Roma lorry driver turns viral activist after political persecution(00:06:42) Albanese tells China’s Li Australia cannot be silent on key issues(00:09:03) Sen. Chris Murphy Blasts Supreme Court as ‘Brazenly Corrupt and Brazenly Political’

  • Steve Bannon vows prosecutions in a second Trump term. Trump launches coalition group targeting Black voters. The impact of tariffs on American consumers. Biden and Trump's fundraising frenzy in California. Stay informed on the latest developments in politics with 'Simply Politics'.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/15/politics/bannon-turning-point-trump-retribution/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/15/politics/trump-black-voters-detroit/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/16/politics/biden-trump-tariffs-consumer-prices/index.htmlhttps://www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-strikes-gold-california-one-week-after-trumps-massive-haul-blue-bastionOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Bannon vows Trump’s opponents will be prosecuted in a second term(00:02:28) Trump makes fresh appeal to Black voters as he campaigns in Detroit(00:06:42) Americans are still paying more for shoes, luggage and hats after Biden left Trump’s tariffs in place(00:10:26) Biden strikes gold in California, one week after Trump's massive haul in the blue bastion

  • Holly Valance becomes a cheerleader for the radical right, George Conway predicts Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity, and the House battles the DOJ over Attorney General Merrick Garland. Join Simply Politics as we explore these intriguing political stories and their implications.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/politics/article/2024/jun/15/its-a-holly-party-how-valance-rose-to-become-reform-uk-royaltyhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/14/politics/video/supreme-court-trump-immunity-ruling-conway-src-digvidhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/14/politics/merrick-garland-contempt-vote-no-prosecution/index.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/politics/article/2024/jun/15/its-a-holly-party-how-valance-rose-to-become-reform-uk-royaltyOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) ‘Whispering in his ear’: how Holly Valance became a cheerleader for the radical right(00:02:33) George Conway makes prediction about Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity(00:05:03) DOJ says it won’t prosecute Attorney General Merrick Garland after House contempt vote(00:09:27) ‘Whispering in his ear’: how Holly Valance became a cheerleader for the radical right

  • Female UK election candidates report increased abuse. Analysis of the GOP's complete capitulation to Trump. Plus, parties spar over tax and child benefit in a seven-way debate. Also, Milwaukee mayor suggests Trump's comments about the city could cost him the election.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/politics/article/2024/jun/14/abuse-female-election-candidates-getting-worse-uk-targetedhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/14/politics/donald-trump-mitch-mcconnell-gop-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8vvle86dd9ohttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/13/politics/video/milwaukee-mayor-rnc-trump-response-sot-newsnight-digvidOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Female UK election candidates report increased abuse(00:03:29) Analysis: Trump got the perfect birthday present: complete capitulation by the GOP(00:06:20) General election 2024: Parties spar over tax and child benefit in seven-way debate(00:08:16) Milwaukee mayor: Trump’s comments about city could ‘cost him the election’

  • Labour releases its manifesto ahead of the general election. G7 leaders gather in Italy amidst political vulnerabilities and uncertainties. Plus, Conservative grassroots campaign faces disarray, and G7 nations poised to announce a loan agreement for Ukraine.Sources:https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/labour-manifesto-2024-general-election-starmer-sunak-tax-b2561647.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/13/politics/g-7-leaders-italy/index.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/politics/article/2024/jun/13/conservatives-grassroots-uk-election-campaignhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/12/politics/g7-ukraine-loan-agreement-announcement/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Election latest: Labour to release manifesto today(00:03:58) G7 leaders huddle in Italy, escaping political peril at home(00:06:49) Conservative grassroots campaign in ‘disarray’, say insiders and opponents(00:09:50) G7 nations poised to announce agreement on new loan for Ukraine as soon as Thursday, sources say

  • Trump's shadow looms over Biden's return to the global stage. The Green Party vows a £70bn tax hike on the wealthiest. Political newcomer wins GOP primary in Maine's key congressional district. Nevada Senate faceoff set between Jacky Rosen and Sam Brown.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/12/politics/joe-biden-g7/index.htmlhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c6ppd6p12k4ohttps://www.foxnews.com/politics/political-newcomer-ronald-russell-wins-gop-primary-key-maine-districthttps://www.cnn.com/2024/06/11/politics/nevada-senate-election-rosen-brown/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Trump’s shadow looms over Biden’s latest return to global stage(00:04:04) General election 2024: Greens vow £70bn tax hike on wealthiest to drive change(00:07:47) Political newcomer wins GOP primary in key Maine congressional district(00:10:34) Nevada Senate faceoff set between Jacky Rosen and Sam Brown, CNN projects