Right-wing populism in the United States

The Roanoke College Poll: Biden holds lead over Trump in Virginia

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020
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SALEM, Va., Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Former Vice President Joe Biden leads President Donald Trump by 14 percentage points (53%-39%) in Virginia according to The Roanoke College Poll.

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  • SALEM, Va., Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Former Vice President Joe Biden leads President Donald Trump by 14 percentage points (53%-39%) in Virginia according to The Roanoke College Poll.
  • A majority of Virginians (58%) disapprove of the way President Trump is handling his job, while just over one-third (37%) approve.
  • That 37% figure is the second-highest approval rating for Trump in the Roanoke College Poll since he took office, and the 58% ties his highest disapproval.
  • "Biden maintains his lead over Trump, but his favorable/unfavorable splits improved from May," said Dr. Harry Wilson, director of the Roanoke College Poll.

Louder Than Hate: The Biggest Grassroots Artistic Protest Being Organized Against Trump And His Administration

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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Artists will interpret famous divisive words said by President Donald J. Trump and depict what it means to them in their own unique media, i.e.

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  • Artists will interpret famous divisive words said by President Donald J. Trump and depict what it means to them in their own unique media, i.e.
  • The group behind Louder Than Hate believes that it's time to use art to show President Trump what losing voters actually looks like.
  • Louder Than Hate is a group formed to make content aimed at fighting social injustice wherever it may occur.
  • While the #LouderThanHate March is the largest focus, Louder Than Hate will take on projects in the future that focus on social injustice.

Undocumented Immigrant Rallies Support Online for Trump's 2020 Campaign

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Friday, August 14, 2020
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On August 12, 2020, Democratic Presidential Nominee Joe Biden announced Kamala Harris as his running mate and the nominee for Vice President.

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  • On August 12, 2020, Democratic Presidential Nominee Joe Biden announced Kamala Harris as his running mate and the nominee for Vice President.
  • Amongst those who want to vote for the next president of the United States is Eric Lee, an undocumented immigrant living in California.
  • The website also features campaign posters to be shared online and through social media, and links to coalitions that are pro-Trump.
  • TrumpMustWin.com also features media coverage, news clips, and suggestions on how citizens can get involved and show their support for Trump.

Author Paul Orwell launches interactive voice experience: CallDonaldTrump.com

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Monday, August 10, 2020
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --A new and interactive web experience created by author Paul Orwell, lets users apply for a job with someone who sounds just like Donald Trump.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --A new and interactive web experience created by author Paul Orwell, lets users apply for a job with someone who sounds just like Donald Trump.
  • It's free to use and users simply click a button and interview for a job working for "Donald Trump."
  • "It's one thing to hear Trump on the news, but quite another to get him on the phone and talk with him one-on-one," Orwell says.
  • This interactive experience works on phones, tablets, laptops and desktops and Orwell has similar apps in the works.

APAA Hails Trump Administration Action to Address Canadian Aluminum Surge

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Thursday, August 6, 2020
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,the American Primary Aluminum Association (APAA) is praising the Trump Administration following the reinstatement of Section 232 aluminum tariffs on Canadian imports of primary aluminum.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,the American Primary Aluminum Association (APAA) is praising the Trump Administration following the reinstatement of Section 232 aluminum tariffs on Canadian imports of primary aluminum.
  • "The decisive action taken today by the Trump Administration will help save America's primary aluminum industry which has been decimated by an unprecedented surge of Canadian primary aluminum imports," said Mark Duffy, Chief Executive Officer, APAA.
  • "The APAA and our member companies resoundingly applaud President Trump for his bold leadership to protect America's national and economic security, save the U.S. primary aluminum industry, and put thousands of American aluminum workers first."
  • About the American Primary Aluminum Association (APAA):The American Primary Aluminum Association will advocate to advance the interests of America's primary aluminum industry and its workers through the Aluminum Now campaign.

CAIR Calls on Senate Committee to Oppose Trump's Anti-Muslim, Racist Nominee Douglas Macgregor as U.S. Ambassador to Germany

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Wednesday, August 5, 2020
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"Last week the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee -- in a bi-partisan manner -- rejected Anthony Tata, another Islamophobic Trump nominee to a position in the Department of Defense, we call on Senate Foreign Relations Committee to likewise reject Macgregor."

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  • "Last week the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee -- in a bi-partisan manner -- rejected Anthony Tata, another Islamophobic Trump nominee to a position in the Department of Defense, we call on Senate Foreign Relations Committee to likewise reject Macgregor."
  • In 2018 , Macgregor disparaged Muslim refugees fleeing to Europe as "invaders," following GermanChancellorAngela Merkel's decision to allow refugees to enter that county.
  • According to CNN's KFile, Macgregor also "repeatedly advocated to institute martial law at the US-Mexico border and 'shoot people' if necessary."
  • The Washington-based civil rights organization has repeatedly expressed concern about the Trump administration's Islamophobic, white supremacist and racist policies and appointments.

Ballad Health CEO applauds President Trump, Secretary Azar and Administrator Verma for "game changing" executive order

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Tuesday, August 4, 2020
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Ballad Health CEO applauds President Trump, Secretary Azar and Administrator Verma for "game changing" executive order

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  • Ballad Health CEO applauds President Trump, Secretary Azar and Administrator Verma for "game changing" executive order
    "Today, President Trump signed an executive order that has the potential to be a game changer for rural hospitals and health care access in rural America.
  • Among other things, his executive order directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to develop an innovative payment model which would transform rural hospitals.
  • Ballad Health has long advocated for these changes, and we applaud President Trump, Secretary Azar and Administrator Verma for their willingness to listen to, and advocate for, rural America.
  • Alan Levine is the chairman and chief executive officer of Ballad Health and previously served as health secretary in Florida and Louisiana.

Two Trump Hotels Properties Earn Multiple 2020 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best Of The Best Awards

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Friday, July 31, 2020
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NEW YORK, July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Trump Hotels continues to add to its impressive industry distinctions, announcing that two of their extraordinary city hotels have been recognized as Tripadvisor 2020 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best award winners.

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  • NEW YORK, July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Trump Hotels continues to add to its impressive industry distinctions, announcing that two of their extraordinary city hotels have been recognized as Tripadvisor 2020 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best award winners.
  • "It is an honor to be recognized by our incredible guests for the unrivaled experience provided at these beloved properties," said Eric Danziger, CEO of Trump Hotels.
  • "Winners of the 2020 Travelers' Choice Awards should be proud of this distinguished recognition," said Tripadvisor Chief Commercial Officer Kanika Soni.
  • One of the world's most recognized luxury hotel brands, Trump Hotels offers notable signature programs designed for the ultimate comfort of all guests - including Trump Attach, Trump Card Privileges, Trump Kids, and Trump Pets.

President Trump is being Played by Putin

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Thursday, July 30, 2020
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President Trump is being played by Putin.

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  • President Trump is being played by Putin.
  • This is the time Republicans in Congress should be calling President Trump back to the conservative position of protecting our troops and allies."
  • Dr. George Flinn, Candidate for U.S. Senate in Tennessee, says: "We must demand action from President Trump for his handling of Russia putting bounties on U.S troops in Afghanistan."
  • I am calling on President Trump and the Republicans in Congress and across the nation to stand up for our troops and hold the President accountable.

Just In Time For The Election, A Political Satire Inspired by Donald Trump 'CHIEF ZABU' Launches on VOD August 7th

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Thursday, July 30, 2020
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The socio-political comedy was inspired in part by a real estate mogul named Donald Trump, who in mid-Eighties New York City already had earned a reputation for an outsized ego and political designs.

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  • The socio-political comedy was inspired in part by a real estate mogul named Donald Trump, who in mid-Eighties New York City already had earned a reputation for an outsized ego and political designs.
  • "Every hustler and huckster in New York at the time was at this meeting," recalls Zack, "not to mention Hollywood celebrities like Warren Beatty and Elizabeth Taylor.
  • Afterward, when Zack told Neil all about it, Neil said, "I think we have an idea here for a script."
  • As Neil remembers, there wasn't a personality more emblematic of the financial excesses of the era than Donald Trump.