Can we learn something from the elections? Are there some hidden lessons in political rhetoric or communication?
Lessons learned from the US Presidential campaigns
Politics
Pennsylvania, Swinging for World Order
The stakes in swing states are always high, but in a tight election like the one taking place on the 5th of November, both candidates understand that states like Pennsylvania could decide who gets the keys to the Oval Office.
Trump vs. Harris: The Future of Women’s Bodily Autonomy
In the past, Republicans were the primary advocates around abortion, aiming to overturn Roe and end the federal right to abortion. They sought to disrupt the status quo, while Democrats largely defended it. Post-Dobbs, however, the tables have turned: abortion is an issue that mostly concerns the Democrats since they are now in the position of pushing for drastic change.
Breaking barriers or building them? Trump and Harris on Immigration
Immigration has long been a key issue in U.S. politics, and as the 2024 election approaches, the debate is more intense than ever
How blue-collar unionists are not so much loyal Democrats anymore?
The final phase of this neck-and-neck presidential race is influenced by “blue-wall” states Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin and their workers’ vote (if they will vote at all), since the low-income population is notoriously more undecided and prone to abstention than any other group due to a progressive loss of confidence in both economy and politics.
“The Veepstakes”: The Role of the Running Mate
The Vice President may not always get much attention or credit, but in some cases they have been absolutely crucial to the function of the Union.
Race to the White House: Celebrity influence in the 2024 US election
Celebrities have recently been weighing in on the 2024 presidential race in various ways, with both political figures and Hollywood stars endorsing and getting behind candidates in hopes of influencing the outcome in November.
From Protests to Ballots: The Impact of Foreign Conflict on the U.S. Elections
United States has a major involvement, as well as a major stake, in a majority of today’s unfolding conflicts. From Europe to the Middle East, the presence of American advisors and diplomats, as well as their equipment and weapons, make their mark. With the current presidential race in the United States, it is estimated that the question of American involvement in foreign conflicts will serve as a major backdrop of the election in November.
The Blackout Strategy: India’s Growing Dependence on Internet Shutdowns
On 28 September, the Home Department of Odisha, India ordered a 48-hour suspension of all internet services, including social media and mobile data in Bhadrak district. Over the past six years, this approach has become a default strategy of the regional and central governments in dealing with protests, communal violence flares and even mundane issues such as prevention of cheating during exams.