The Inescapable Hasan Piker
For good or ill, the Twitch streamer is now the most volatile force in American politics.
Donald Trump vs. Bernie Sanders—2 Sharply Different Views of America’s Role in the World
One is an imperial gangster; the other seeks to create a world “not based on greed but based on justice, on decency.”
The ego has invaded American politics
We need to replace egotistical leaders with leaders who will work for the benefit of all.
French, Spanish Bond Yields Rise on Fiscal, Political Uncertainty; Treasury Yields Steady
French government bond yields rose, staying at elevated levels amid building concerns over the country’s indebtness.
Monday briefing: You asked, we answered – how will the US midterms go?
In today’s newsletter: As Americans get ready to vote on whether the Republican party remains in control of Congress, our Washington editor talks about the disconnect between Trump and his supporters
Opinion | This Is How AIPAC Lost Its Way
There remains an opportunity for the group to play a positive and honest role in American politics.
Democrats projected to keep House majority as GOP turnout lags, CBS poll finds
The GOP vote may be affected by the cost of living, the CBS report claimed, noting that Republicans were less likely than Democrats to say they would definitely turn out.
U.S. military says latest strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean kills 4
The military did not provide evidence that the vessel was ferrying drugs.
JUN KAJEE: Mbeki rebuffs US intervention in SA’s politics
Thabo Mbeki’s political history offers a lens for examining SA’s tensions with the US
Trump faces midterm verdict as Democrats close in on US Congress
A month before the US midterms, Democrats are eyeing control of Congress — and the power to put President Donald Trump on the defensive for the rest of his term by investigating his administration an…