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Shaping the conversation means offering context to extreme ideas, not just a platform
Shaping the conversation means offering context to extreme ideas, not just a platform When public figures engage with individuals who hold extreme views, it’s not just about whether to interact or censor; it’s also about how to structure that engagement and its purpose. The format and tone of an interview can greatly impact its ethical […]
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Why MAGA is so concerned with Epstein − and why the files are unlikely to dent loyalty to Trump
Why MAGA is so concerned with Epstein − and why the files are unlikely to dent loyalty to Trump Make America Great Again (MAGA) supporters are concerned about the release of Jeffrey Epstein’s files held by the US Department of Justice, but their interest may not be as strong as initially thought. MAGA is characterized […]
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MAGA populists call for holy war against Big Tech
MAGA populists call for holy war against Big Tech The MAGA right’s annual gathering, NatCon 5, featured a panel on the culture wars where tech industry representatives were criticized. Geoffrey Miller, a prominent MAGA figure, berated Shyam Sankar, Palantir’s chief technology officer and AI expert, during the panel discussion. Miller argued that the AI industry […]
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Laura Loomer and the limits of posting everything
Laura Loomer and the limits of posting everything Laura Loomer is a prominent MAGA influencer who has gained significant power by getting Donald Trump to fire over a dozen administration members for perceived disloyalty. Despite her influence, Loomer lacks some of the traditional tools used by her peers, such as high follower counts and multiple […]
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The ‘Epstein files’ implosion bleeds into foreign policy
The ‘Epstein files’ implosion bleeds into foreign policy The “Epstein files” scandal continues to impact US foreign policy, as MAGA influencers face resistance from politicians who are stonewalling them. The lack of new information on the Epstein case has led to growing discontent among Trump’s loyalists and die-hard Epstein truthers. This discontent is now being […]
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Why do MAGA faithful support Trump if his ‘big beautiful bill’ will likely hurt many of them?
Why do MAGA faithful support Trump if his ‘big beautiful bill’ will likely hurt many of them? President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law on July 4, 2025, which focuses on cutting taxes for high-income households and increasing funding for military and border security, but critics argue it will hurt […]
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Malaysia confronts the realities of MAGA diplomacy and Trump’s brash ambassadorial pick
Malaysia confronts the realities of MAGA diplomacy and Trump’s brash ambassadorial pick Malaysia has expressed strong opposition to Donald Trump’s nomination of right-wing influencer Nick Adams as U.S. ambassador, citing his lack of relevant experience and temperament, as well as his perceived disparaging of Islam and pro-Israel views. The nomination marks a turning point in […]
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What MAGA means to Americans
What MAGA means to Americans A decade after Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, researchers analyzed Americans’ explanations of what “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) means to them, finding that public views mirror both Trump and Clinton’s perspectives. Republicans interpret MAGA as a call for the renewal of the US economy and military might, as well as […]
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Tanks, guns and face-painting
Tanks, guns and face-painting The US Army’s Grand Military Parade on the National Mall was marred by an unsettling scene: a child operating an M119A3 Howitzer, while their parents took a photo in the background. The parade was ostensibly held to celebrate the US Army’s 250th birthday and recruit new soldiers, as the Army has […]
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MAGA’s next wave of influencers saved TikTok
MAGA’s next wave of influencers saved TikTok TikTok was on the verge of being banned in the US due to concerns over national security and data harvesting by the Chinese government. A bipartisan bill passed Congress, requiring ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, to sell the app or face an outright ban. Despite this, TikTok remains online […]
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