DEMOCRATIC PROCESSES
George Clooney: I love Joe Biden. But we need a new nominee.
Hollywood actor George Clooney, a lifelong Democrat and major fundraiser, who recently hosted a record-breaking event for Biden, believes the President’s age is impacting his ability to lead effectively. The writer urges Democratic leaders to request Biden step aside, highlighting strong potential successors like Kamala Harris, Gretchen Whitmer, and Gavin Newsom, to reinvigorate the party.
Will Jill Biden counsel Joe Biden to pull out of race for White House? Know in detail
Jill Biden has been continuously on the campaign trail. She is to hold campaign rallies in three swing states, Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida. The first lady went to Allentown, Pennsylvania on July 2 and talked about education and workforce, one of the main issues.
Biden receives entry and exit instructions ahead of events, according to a report; what does this indicate?
According to a report, President Joe Biden has received a detailed guide containing instructions on the entry and exit paths of all venues he has been to over a period of time. Many point out that this is a regular briefing that the President and other dignitaries receive whereas others believe that this only strengthens the case of those who are seeking his ouster ahead of the presidential election in November.
What did this former advisor to Bill Clinton say about Joe Biden’s re-election bid?
Dough Schoen who has served as an advisor to former US President Bill Clinton has said that Biden will drop out of the presidential race within a few weeks. He said that it is not possible to sustain a political campaign if one’s party does not support it.
US Presidential Election 2024: Will Joe Biden be replaced? President refuses to step down
Many Democrats have called upon the party to urgently replace Biden after his disastrous performance in the first presidential debate. Biden has refused to step down and is planning an outreach program to reach out to his party members and the voters.
VP Kamala Harris top choice to replace Biden in election race if he steps aside: Sources
Vice President Kamala Harris is seen as the top alternative if President Joe Biden decides not to seek reelection, according to senior sources within the Biden campaign, White House, and Democratic National Committee. Despite concerns over Biden's recent debate performance and calls for his aides to resign, Harris remains the leading candidate due to her name recognition, polling strength, and support within the party.
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2024 US Presidential Election: Do Democrats have plan 'B' if Joe Biden withdraws?
Some Democrats are unsure about Joe Biden's 2024 presidential ambitions following his debate with Donald Trump. If Biden quits the 2024 US Presidential Election, there isn't a clear succession plan in place, which may make the process competitive for party contenders.
Joe Biden vs Donald Trump: Can Democrats replace him in US Presidential election 2024?
Joe Biden versus Donald Trump US Presidential Debate 2024 has drawn sharp opinions from analysts over the American President's credentials in the upcoming US Presidential election 2024.
Here's why it would be tough for Democrats to replace Joe Biden on the presidential ticket
President Joe Biden's halting debate performance has sparked questions about whether he should be replaced on the ballot before November. There is no evidence that Biden is willing to end his campaign, and it would be nearly impossible for Democrats to replace him unless he chooses to step aside. Democratic rules mandate that delegates Biden won in the primaries remain obligated to support him at the party's upcoming national convention unless he tells them he's leaving the race.
500,000 immigrants could eventually get US citizenship under Biden's new plan
Biden administration introduces program for immigrant spouses of US citizens to receive deportation protection, work permits, and pathway to citizenship, aiming to reduce family separations under current immigration laws.
President Droupadi Murmu appoints Narendra Modi as PM for third term on unanimous NDA support
President Droupadi Murmu appointed Narendra Modi as Prime Minister for a third consecutive term after the NDA submitted letters of support. The swearing-in is set for June 9. Modi vowed to continue working for India's development and praised the NDA's success and unity. Senior leaders like Rajnath Singh and coalition partners endorsed Modi's leadership. The NDA emphasized its principles and stability, contrasting with opposition conflicts, as Modi visited BJP veterans and former President Ram Nath Kovind to reinforce alliance unity.
Is EVM dead or alive? Narendra Modi hits out at INDIA bloc for maligning Indian democratic process
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the opposition INDIA bloc for alleging EVM tampering and undermining the Election Commission. He highlighted the opposition's failure to gain traction and emphasized the trust people have in the NDA. Modi reaffirmed his commitment to good governance and was elected as the leader of the BJP and NDA Parliamentary Party, showcasing NDA’s strong coalition government.
'Focus on farmer grievances...': SAD leader Harsimrat Kaur Badal urges new government
Akali Dal (SAD) leader Harsimrat Kaur Badal on Friday demanded that the new government at the Centre should focus on addressing the grievances of the farmers and fulfil the promises made to them previously. Harsimrat Kaur Badal, who was the Food Processing Industries Minister (2014-2020) in Prime Minister Modi's government said that no one should be allowed to label Punjabis as "atankwadi" (terrorist).
Lok Sabha election results 2024: Here is step-by-step process of checking poll results on Election Commission's website
ECI Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: The Election Commission releases early trends for the 18th Lok Sabha polls. The NDA, led by BJP, is leading in 227 seats while the INDIA bloc is ahead in 137 seats.
Biden prepares a tough executive order that would shut down asylum after 2,500 migrants arrive a day
The White House is discussing plans for President Biden to issue an executive order closing asylum requests at the U.S.-Mexico border if daily encounters hit 2,500 between ports of entry, reopening when the number falls to 1,500. This move aims to control border numbers and is expected to be announced on Tuesday.
Results of elections will be declared after 'Matganana', not 'Manganana': Akhilesh Yadav
Earlier on Saturday, Akhilesh Yadav exuded confidence in the INDIA bloc forming the government at the Centre after the Lok Sabha elections results will be declared on June 4 and said that the Bharatiya Janata Party will not cross 140 seats.
People who kept 'hisab-kitab' for Pakistan in the past queued up to vote this time: J&K Police chief
The Jammu and Kashmir administration and police have ensured a safe space for voters in the region during the recent Lok Sabha election, according to DGP Rashmi Ranjan Swain. This year's election saw a remarkable voter turnout, signaling a shift in the region's political landscape. The three Lok Sabha seats in the Valley, Srinagar, Baramulla, and Anantnag-Rajouri, recorded their highest-ever voter turnouts in the last three decades.
Exit Polls Lok Sabha Results: As voting enters final few hours, is Prashant Kishor still sticking with his BJP 300-plus forecast?
Exit Polls Result 2024: Renowned election strategist Prashant Kishor predicts that this time, the Modi-led BJP will secure similar or better results than in 2019. He sees BJP gaining in east and south India, citing anti-incumbency in Odisha and West Bengal, and the absence of a strong opposition. Exit polls are expected to air from 6:30 pm on June 1.
Braving icy heights: Election at world's highest polling station
The polling station at Tashigang, serving 62 voters from Tashigang and Gete, has been made a model polling booth.
Louisiana: Will child sex offenders be castrated? Why are Democrats against it?
The House of Representatives of the state of Louisiana has passed a bill that will authorize the judges to order surgical castration for men or women who committed a sexual offense against a child under the age of 13.
India's monumental election logistics: A global showcase of democratic process
India is conducting the world's largest democratic election with 968.8 million registered voters. This massive process, nearly three times the U.S. population, is being held in seven phases, ending on June 1, with results expected on June 4. Sanjay Pulipaka of the Politeia Research Foundation highlighted the immense logistics involved, managed by the Election Commission of India (ECI) through efforts like using the Aadhaar system for voter registration and special outreach for marginalized groups.
Puri Lok Sabha elections 2024: Dates, schedule, result, partywise, candidates, and other details
Puri Lok Sabha Elections 2024: In Odisha's vibrant political landscape, Puri Lok Sabha constituency holds significance as one of its 21 parliamentary seats. Scheduled for May 25, with results on June 04, the 2024 elections mark a pivotal moment. With a literacy rate of 74.99%, this unreserved constituency encompasses seven assembly seats. In 2019, BJD's Pinaki Misra won by 11,714 votes, facing BJP's Sambit Patra. The electoral fervor intensifies as parties vie for dominance.
'No legal mandate to disclose final voter turnout numbers': EC in affidavit to SC
The Election Commission (EC) has denied a request by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) to share final voter turnout data with anyone other than the candidate or their agents. The EC stated that the data is provisional and is not legal and that giving out final voter turnout numbers based on Form 17C would lead to confusion among voters. The EC accused ADR of trying to create entitlement by filing an application in the middle of an election period.
2024 Lok Sabha Elections: Women candidates make up less than 10% of the contenders, ADR report shows
This is the first election since the passage of the women's reservation bill to reserve one-third of seats in Lok Sabha and state assemblies for women, reviving a bill pending for 27 years for want of consensus among parties. The bill is yet to come into effect.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Nail art & society events, marathons help Jalgaon voter turnout race past 53%
The Jalgaon district administration, in collaboration with citizen groups, employed various strategies to increase voter turnout, historically low at around 46 to 48 percent. Targeting the low turnout among the middle and upper-middle classes (19 to 34%), efforts included motorcycle rallies, walkathons, and designer dress incentives. Collaborating with Rotary clubs, industrial associations, and social organizations, the initiative aimed to emphasize the importance of voting. These efforts led to a significant increase, with voter turnout in Jalgaon rising from 46% to 53%.
Election voter turnout data: SC seeks EC's response on plea for release of voter data within 48 hours
Election Voter Turnout Data: The Supreme Court held an urgent hearing on Friday evening, demanding a response within a week from the Election Commission regarding a plea by an NGO. The NGO requested the Election Commission to upload polling station-wise voter turnout data on its website within 48 hours of the conclusion of polling for each phase of the Lok Sabha elections.
LS polls: PDP candidate Waheed Para makes big claim, says violence in J-K "reduced in last 5 years"
Urging people across the UT to "come out and vote" in big numbers, the PDP candidate said, "It has been five years (since the 2019 general elections). Hence I would urge people to come out in large numbers and elect their representative in the Lok Sabha."
Kuwait's Emir dissolves parliament, suspends some constitution articles
The Emir also suspended some of the constitutional articles for a period not exceeding four years during which all aspects of the democratic process will be studied. The powers of the National Assembly will be assumed by the Emir and the country's cabinet, state TV reported.
Meta's oversight board backs takedown of Australian voter fraud posts
Meta's board upheld removing Facebook posts calling for multiple votes in an indigenous rights referendum due to unclear voter fraud rules. Australia rejected recognizing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people.
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