POLITICAL ENDORSEMENTS

May 22 2025CELEBRITIES

Rock Star and Politician: A Battle of Words and Music

Bruce Springsteen and Donald Trump are in a public spat. It's not the first time a musician has clashed with a politician. But this time, it's personal. The former president took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to criticize the singer. He shared a video of himself hitting a golf ball. The ball appears to knock over Springsteen. It's a childish move, but ...

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Apr 26 2025POLITICS

Union Support for Cuomo: A Complex Political Dance

There's a lot of talk about Andrew Cuomo these days. He's running for mayor of New York City and has just secured a big endorsement. The 1199SEIU, the city's largest health care workers' union, has thrown its support behind him. This might seem surprising to some. After all, the union's leader, George Gresham, called for Cuomo's resignation as governor just a couple ...

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Apr 20 2025POLITICS

Oakland's New Hope: Barbara Lee Steers the City Forward

Oakland, California, has a new leader at the helm. Barbara Lee, a well-known figure in progressive politics, has been elected as the city's new mayor. She won the race against Loren Taylor, who conceded the victory after the April 15 vote. Lee, at 78, is no stranger to public service, having represented Oakland in Congress for over two decades. She retired from Congr...

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

A Closer Look at Government Ethics and Stock Promotions

The recent promotion of Tesla stock by a high-ranking official has sparked conversations about government ethics. This incident is not the first time a government figure has endorsed a product, but it raises questions about the boundaries of ethical behavior in public office. The Commerce Secretary, Howard Lutnick, recently urged viewers to buy Tesla stock, stating ...

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Musk and Paulson's Budget Cut Plan: Will It Work?

Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX and Tesla, along with hedge fund manager John Paulson, has a big idea for the U. S. budget if former President Donald Trump is re-elected. They want to slash spending by a massive $2 trillion. Musk's plan involves creating a government efficiency commission that he would lead, while Paulson might become Treasury Secretary. But is this...

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

A Waiting Game: Nikki Haley's Support for Trump

Former South Carolina governor and U. N. ambassador, Nikki Haley, is one of Donald Trump's staunchest supporters. She pulled in more votes in the Republican primaries than any other candidate that challenged him. Despite this, she's been quiet on the campaign trail. She's already released her delegates to back him at the Republican National Convention and said she'll...

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

Harris Takes the Reins: The Battle Over Biden's Campaign Funds

It's a move that's sent shockwaves through the political landscape: Joe Biden has handed over his campaign funds to Kamala Harris, leaving many to wonder if this unprecedented move will have any impact on the election. But what's the real story behind this decision, and what are the implications for Harris' candidacy? In a recent development, Biden's campaign commit...

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

A Republican's Plea: Protecting the Rule of Law from Trump's 'Intoxication of Power'

Alberto Gonzales, a former attorney general under George W. Bush, has made a surprise move by endorsing Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, citing Donald Trump's "serious threat" to the rule of law. Gonzales, who served from 2005 to 2007, has had a front-row seat to the ways in which executive power can be abused. He knows firsthand the dangers of a pres...

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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

Free to Choose: The Taylor Swift Endorsement Debate

While some might dismiss Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris as mere celebrity power, it's actually a thought-provoking reflection of the values she and her supporters imbue. For Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, Swift's nod to Harris doesn't change his opinion about the pop star one bit. In fact, he plans to "vote the other way," opting for Donal...

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

Unlikely Alliance: Tulsi Gabbard Endorses Donald Trump for President

In a surprising turn of events, former Democratic Representative Tulsi Gabbard has endorsed former President Donald Trump at a National Guard conference in Detroit. Gabbard, a decorated military veteran and a former presidential candidate herself, praised Trump's experience as commander-in-chief and his commitment to peace and freedom. Trump, in turn, commended Gab...

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