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Are Democrats Turning The Midterm Tide?

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History suggests that incumbent presidents usually lose midterm elections, but recent polling has seen Democrats closing the gap. So which races are they set to win, and why are they bucking the trend? Could Biden do the impossible and...
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The American Presidential Election of 1996

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The 53rd Presidential election in American history took place on November 5, 1996. It featured a dude from Kansas, a dude from Arkansas, and another dude from Texas. At first, it wasn't looking so good for Bill Clinton. He faced the...
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Three Ways Biden Could Actually win the Midterms - TLDR News

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Heading into the 2022 midterms Biden has a lot of problems. The war in Ukraine, inflation, gas prices, the economic impact of COVID and more... However, all hope isn't lost for him, there are three ways which he could win the midterms...
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Texas’ Republican Platform Explained - TLDR News

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Over the weekend, the Republican Party in Texas finalised its official party platform. The platform was extreme, with clauses on everything from election integrity, homosexuality, and even Texan secession, which they want a referendum on...
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Ron DeSantis: The Next Republican Nominee?

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With Trump's poor poll ratings and potential indictments, many are seeing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as a genuine contender for the Republican Nomination. In this video, we discuss how DeSantis rose to prominence and whether he...
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George Santos Can't Stop Lying: Will He Survive?

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George Santos has quickly become one of the most infamous members of congress in recent memory, facing calls to resign from Democrats and even fellow Republicans. So who exactly is this guy? How did he get to congress? And can he survive...
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$27,000,000,000,000: America’s National Debt Explained - TLDR News

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In recent weeks America’s national debt has remerged as a major talking point. With Biden set to spend trillions on new initiatives, many in the Republican party are growing concerned by the scale of the debt. So in this video we explain...
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Why the Midterms Are Looking Closer Than Ever

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In a surprising turn by historical standards, Biden’s polling has improved significantly in the last few weeks. So exactly what is driving Biden's rise? Can it be sustained going into the midterms? And do the Democrats have a chance of...
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What Happens if the Republicans Win the House?

12th - Higher Ed
While Democrat polling has improved and are likely to retain the Senate, Republicans are still favored to win the House of Representatives in the midterms. So what would a GOP controlled House do? And what would this mean for Biden's...
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What Democratic Virginia Losses Mean for Biden's Midterms - TLDR News

12th - Higher Ed
Over the last few hours it's emerged that the Democrats lost the Virginia Gubernatorial election - with the state electing a new Repubican Governor. This clearly is bad news for Democrats in the state, but the question is what it means...
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Trump's Endorsements: Will Donald Play Kingmaker This Election Season?

12th - Higher Ed
Trump might not be running in any elections (at least not until 2024) but that doesn't mean he isn't having an influence, with Trump endorsed candidates winning primaries across the country. So we discuss Trump's continued impact in 2022.
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Midterm 2022 Results: Why did the Republicans Flop?

12th - Higher Ed
With most of the results in it looks like the Republicans have done a lot worse than expected. So we run down the biggest results, how the republicans fumbled the ball and if this could bring an end to Trumpism.
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Gerrymandering is as Bad as Ever: Worst New Maps - TLDR News

12th - Higher Ed
Gerrymandering has been a political issue for decades and... it's still terrible. So in this video, we'll review the latest changes to political boundaries & why gerrymandering is getting worse than ever.
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Andrew Yang Starts a New Political Party (The Forward Party): Does it Matter? - TLDR News

12th - Higher Ed
Recently Andrew Yang announced his departure from the Democratic party, leaving to form his own party - the Forward Party. The thing is, it doesn't really matter. So in this video we unpick what the new party stands for and what impact...
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Will Trump's "Truth Social" Fail?

12th - Higher Ed
Trump was banned from Twitter but that hasn't stopped him, he's started his own social network "Truth Social". So in this video, we explain Trump's new platform and if it's destined to fail like other similar projects.
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Why are Republicans Surging in Midterm Polls?

12th - Higher Ed
Recently, Republicans have seen a surge that has taken them take the lead in generic ballots, casting doubt over Democrats holding onto the Senate. So in this video, we break down the reasons why this is happening and if Biden can do...
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Trump vs DeSantis: The Battle that could kill the Republicans

12th - Higher Ed
With the midterm results in, Florida's Ron DeSantis looks set up for a battle with former President Trump. The pair's determination to take over the Republican party could actually tear the whole party in two... so who's going to win &...
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Gavin Newsom: The Next Democratic Nominee?

12th - Higher Ed
Biden may still be in office, but given his age and polling numbers, talk is turning to who could be the next Democratic nominee in 2024. So in this video we'll look at one figure who could fill that role California Governor Gavin Newsom.
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Could Trump Really Win the Republican Nomination?

12th - Higher Ed
Yesterday, Trump announced that he would indeed be running to become the Republican Presidential Nominee in 2024. However, it does seem that the GOP has moved on from their Trump Era, so we outline the latest midterm updates & Trump's...
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Civil War: How the US Can Avoid Another - TLDR News

12th - Higher Ed
The US is going through a difficult time politically (shocker) and as such, some are suggesting the country's headed toward civil war. In this video, we discuss if that's actually true and what countries can do to avoid civil unrest.
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Can We Trust Midterm Polling Data?

12th - Higher Ed
Polling underestimated Trump's support in both 2016 and 2020, and questions have arisen over whether they're a reliable metric. So with the midterms coming up, we discuss the factors that influence the polls and whether we can trust them...
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Can the Democrats Snatch the Midterms?

12th - Higher Ed
We're moments away from the midterm results, so we wanted to breakdown the latest data. We'll examine who's most likely to win each of the chambers, the states to watch and what to expect...
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Are Republicans Turning on Ukraine?

12th - Higher Ed
When the war in Ukraine began, support packages enjoyed near universal bipartisan support in the House and Senate. However that sentiment has waned over time, particularly among Republicans. So why is this? And will this consensus...
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Electoral College Victory Secured for Biden: But the Chaos Likely Isn't Over Yet - TLDR News

12th - Higher Ed
Yesterday, the Electoral College officially selected Joe Biden to be the 46th President of the United States. However, the process isn't over yet and with some determined to see Trump get a second term, the chaos might not be over...