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Yes, sexism among Republican voters helped sink Nikki Haley’s presidential campaign

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Following multiple defeats in the Republican presidential primary, including in her home state of South Carolina, Nikki Haley suspended her bid for the Republican presidential nomination on March 6, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Following multiple defeats in the Republican presidential primary, including in her home state of South Carolina, Nikki Haley suspended her bid for the Republican presidential nomination on March 6, 2024.
  • Although he is wildly popular among Republican primary voters, Trump’s support is much weaker among likely general election voters.
  • We first asked Republican respondents whom they would favor in the Republican presidential primary.
  • In her challenge to Trump for the Republican presidential nomination, Haley, like female candidates across the partisan divide, contended with the familiar foe of sexism in the electorate.

Climate change matters to more and more people – and could be a deciding factor in the 2024 election

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Fewer than 5% of respondents in 2023 and 2024 Gallup surveys said that climate change was the most important problem facing the country.

Key Points: 
  • Fewer than 5% of respondents in 2023 and 2024 Gallup surveys said that climate change was the most important problem facing the country.
  • Climate change opinions may even have had a large enough effect to change the 2020 election outcome in President Joe Biden’s favor.

Measuring climate change’s effect on elections

  • The survey asked voters to rate climate change’s importance with four options: “unimportant,” “not very important,” “somewhat important” or “very important.” In 2020, 67% of voters rated climate change as “somewhat important” or “very important,” up from 62% in 2016.
  • Of these voters rating climate change as important, 77% supported Biden in 2020, up from 69% who supported Hillary Clinton in 2016.
  • This poll found that more voters trust the Democrats’ approach to climate change, compared to Republicans’ approach to the issue.

What might explain the effect of climate change on voting

  • This means that climate change opinion would not need to have a very large effect on voting to change election outcomes.
  • Second, candidates who deny that climate change is real or a problem might turn off some moderate swing voters, even if climate change was not those voters’ top issue.
  • Third, some voters may be starting to see the connections between climate change and the kitchen-table issues that they consider to be higher priorities than climate change.

Where the candidates stand

  • Biden and former President Donald Trump have very different records on climate change and approaches to the environment.
  • While in office, Trump rolled back 125 environmental rules and policies aimed at protecting the country’s air, water, land and wildlife, arguing that these regulations hurt businesses.
  • He has also added several new rules and regulations, including a requirement for businesses to publicly disclose their greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Biden has also signed three major laws that each provides tens of billions in annual spending to address climate change.

What this means for 2024

  • If these trends continue, then climate change could provide the Democrats with an even larger electoral advantage in 2024.
  • Of course, this does not necessarily mean that the Democrats will win the 2024 election.
  • Immigration is currently the top issue for a plurality of voters, and recent national polls suggest that Trump currently leads the 2024 presidential race over Biden.


Matt Burgess receives funding from Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences and the Bruce D. Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization at the University of Colorado Boulder.

As Erdoğan hints at retirement, how has his rule shaped Turkey?

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The statement, made at a meeting for the Turkish Youth Foundation, was not an official announcement by any means.

Key Points: 
  • The statement, made at a meeting for the Turkish Youth Foundation, was not an official announcement by any means.
  • Rather, it was what appeared to be a frank statement communicated to a young party audience.
  • Mincing words is not usually Erdoğan’s style; he can be quite direct and candid, which has been one of the key appeals of his charismatic personality.
  • Understandably, response to the speech, both within and outside of Turkey, has so far been somewhat muted.

Erdoğan’s legacy

  • It is perhaps too early to judge Erdoğan’s political legacy comprehensively.
  • But his impact on the nation’s trajectory, its regional standing, social structures and government institutions has been undeniable.
  • The two sides had a falling out and Erdoğan accused the movement of being behind the failed coup in 2016.
  • From 2002 until the early 2010s, Turkey’s economy experienced unprecedented growth, fueled by increased foreign investment and large scale projects.
  • The economic success of these years lifted millions into the middle class and led to higher living standards overall.

A Post-Erdoğan era?

  • His son-in-law, Berat Albayrak, once touted as a clear frontrunner in the race to succeed him, has since left active politics.
  • If a new president continues much of the similar policies and has a non-disruptive approach, then a peaceful transition is plausible.
  • But Erdoğan’s party failing to concede a loss, or his voter base failing to recognize the results, may lead to a turbulent transition.


Yasar Bukan does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

Patriot Mobile Action Celebrates David Covey Forcing Dade Phelan into a Runoff

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

David Covey secured the highest number of votes, but did not get over 50%, sending this election into a runoff.

Key Points: 
  • David Covey secured the highest number of votes, but did not get over 50%, sending this election into a runoff.
  • This concerted effort is essential for David Covey to secure victory over Dade Phelan.
  • Recognizing the need for change, Patriot Mobile Action supported David Covey, a candidate who embodies the values of liberty, integrity, and accountability.
  • Patriot Mobile Action heavily publicized David Covey’s endorsements, including President Donald J. Trump, Texas Lt. Gov.

FOX News Channel’s Bret Baier to Interview Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Ukraine on Thursday, February 22nd

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

FOX News Channel’s (FNC) chief political anchor and executive editor of Special Report Bret Baier will present an exclusive interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday, February 22nd at 6 PM/ET from Ukraine.

Key Points: 
  • FOX News Channel’s (FNC) chief political anchor and executive editor of Special Report Bret Baier will present an exclusive interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday, February 22nd at 6 PM/ET from Ukraine.
  • Airing on Special Report, the interview will mark the first time Zelenskyy has been interviewed at the frontlines of combat since the war started on February 24, 2022.
  • He will also travel with the president as he receives a military briefing, presents medals to some of his troops and visits wounded soldiers in the hospital.
  • He has previously interviewed President Zelenskyy multiple times since the Russian invasion including most recently in December 2023.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Advocates Gather Nationwide, Calling for Action on Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Policy

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

NEW YORK, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States, but it can be prevented. Each year from January to May, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) chapters host State Capitol Day events across the country to provide the organization's over 50,000 Volunteer Advocates an opportunity to meet directly with public officials and impact suicide prevention legislation and policies in their home state. Two of this year's top policy priorities include securing permanent, sustainable funding for state 988 crisis services systems and increasing lethal means safety.

Key Points: 
  • This increase underscores the urgency of prioritizing state and local policies to improve mental health and prevent suicide.
  • "Thanks in no small part to the work of our Advocates, 48 suicide prevention and mental health bills we supported at the AFSP State Capitol Day events in 2023 have become law."
  • The Lifeline operates 24/7 to offer free, confidential support for crises related to suicidal thoughts and behaviors, mental health and substance use.
  • The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss .

Rossum launches US Political Advertising Spending Monitor: $62.7M in TV Campaigns in 6 Months

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

"Building Rossum Aurora, we adhered to a guiding principle: our AI must be trustworthy, controllable, and deliver impact.

Key Points: 
  • "Building Rossum Aurora, we adhered to a guiding principle: our AI must be trustworthy, controllable, and deliver impact.
  • We hope that this project leads stakeholders to discuss the positive impact of AI in society more than the negative."
  • Rossum remains committed to providing valuable insights into political advertising spending dynamics leading up to the upcoming elections.
  • The monitor is continuously updated in real time, allowing stakeholders to track and analyze the evolving landscape of political advertising expenditures.

Ballotpedia Launches Monthly "State of Election Administration Legislation" Update

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

In 2023, Ballotpedia produced two reports ( mid-year and end-of-year ) related to election administration legislation.

Key Points: 
  • In 2023, Ballotpedia produced two reports ( mid-year and end-of-year ) related to election administration legislation.
  • This year, the monthly reports dive into the busiest states and the most consequential election administration issues, with an eye towards how policymakers are changing the administration of elections in their states.
  • The most active topics so far are ranked-choice voting (RCV ), voter registration, post-election audits, election dates, and noncitizen voting.
  • The most frequent topic of these bills is municipal election procedures, with 30 such bills, followed by ballot access for candidates (20 bills), and election dates (14).

National Insurance Crime Bureau Names Edward Tobin as Vice President, Strategy, Policy, and Government Affairs

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

OAK BROOK, Ill., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the insurance industry's association dedicated to predicting, preventing, and prosecuting insurance crime, announces Edward Tobin as the organization's new Vice President, Strategy, Policy, and Government Affairs, effective Tuesday, Feb. 27.

Key Points: 
  • OAK BROOK, Ill., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the insurance industry's association dedicated to predicting, preventing, and prosecuting insurance crime, announces Edward Tobin as the organization's new Vice President, Strategy, Policy, and Government Affairs, effective Tuesday, Feb. 27.
  • "His strong relationships and experience serving in both the public and private sectors will help NICB to achieve its mission."
  • Mr. Tobin was a partner at WilmerHale, an international law firm in Washington, DC, and Boston, MA, where he served as vice chair of the public policy and strategy practice.
  • He also completed Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government's Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government.

800+ Campus Leaders Convene for Hillel's Israel Summit

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Monday, February 26, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 800 pro-Israel student leaders convened in Atlanta for Hillel International's Israel Summit – the largest gathering of Jewish college students this year focused on Israel and countering anti-Jewish hate, at a time of rapidly rising antisemitism on college campuses.

Key Points: 
  • The Israel Summit included student leaders, Jewish and non-Jewish alike, from more than 200 campuses across the country.
  • And that's why your coming together for this Israel Summit is so important.
  • This year's Israel Summit, the seventh, is the largest gathering of pro-Israel student leaders this year.
  • For more information on Israel Summit, Hillel's tracking of antisemitic incidents on campus, and broader work of fostering Jewish student community in the face of hate, please contact Blake Goodman at [email protected] or (202) 531-6404.