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Column: Why Donald Trump’s politicking at Arlington National Cemetery should disgust every American
4 months, 1 week ago

Column: Why Donald Trump’s politicking at Arlington National Cemetery should disgust every American

LA Times  

Former President Trump lays a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery. Trump used an appearance on the hallowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery, a resting place for many who honorably served their country, to make a campaign video. Trump spokesman Steven Cheung promptly slimed her as “clearly suffering from a mental health episode.” Trump had smiled broadly and given a jarring …

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Opinion: Don’t believe Trump’s politicking about Biden’s Afghanistan withdrawal
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Opinion: Don’t believe Trump’s politicking about Biden’s Afghanistan withdrawal

LA Times  

Children hold Taliban flags as they celebrate the third anniversary of the withdrawal of U.S.-led troops from Afghanistan, in Kabul, on Aug. 14. Three years ago, the U.S. military was at Kabul’s international airport frantically organizing evacuation flights out of Afghanistan as the Taliban returned to power in the capital city after a 20-year hiatus. Retired Gen. David Petraeus, a …

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Cleverly’s migration politicking may be too little, too late
1 year, 1 month ago

Cleverly’s migration politicking may be too little, too late

The Telegraph  

It was as unashamed in its naked politicking as Sir Keir Starmer purporting to be the next Thatcher in The Telegraph. Legal migration was far too high, insisted border controller-in-chief James Cleverly, and the Conservatives were going to do something about it. “Today we are taking more robust action than any government before,” he declared, as if he somehow belonged …

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Former Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu calls for consensus formula to tackle air pollution in Delhi; says there should be no politicking
1 year, 2 months ago

Former Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu calls for consensus formula to tackle air pollution in Delhi; says there should be no politicking

The Hindu  

“The Centre, Delhi government and neighbouring States should evolve a consensus formula to tackle the problem of air pollution in the capital city New Delhi and there should be no politicking on the issue,” former Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu said on November 8. "The air pollution problem should be taken seriously because Delhi is the capital of India and there …

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It’s a wonder what most Indian politicians actually do
1 year, 11 months ago

It’s a wonder what most Indian politicians actually do

Live Mint  

When the politician Sharad Yadav psssed away this month, I wondered what exactly Indian politicians do all their lives. India’s rupee trade bid and the math behind it How GST brought cheer to some states, not others RBI to appeal HC order on Yes Bank AT-1 bonds How a non-compete clause pushed Roongta to RIA practice It is likely that …

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No Lack of Politicking Over Drugs in Punjab, But Political Parties Fail to Come Up with Concrete Plan
2 years, 10 months ago

No Lack of Politicking Over Drugs in Punjab, But Political Parties Fail to Come Up with Concrete Plan

News 18  

Even as Punjab’s drug crisis rages, it has once again found the top spot among political issues in the assembly elections this time. All political parties have promised to resolve the state’s “drug problem” but little has been done to come up with concrete solutions. With all the political parties talking about “resolving” the drug problem, former Patiala MP Dr …

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In opening of Winter Olympics, chances at politicking abound
2 years, 11 months ago

In opening of Winter Olympics, chances at politicking abound

Associated Press  

BEIJING — For all the talk of a diplomatic boycott, Chinese leader Xi Jinping has managed to attract a globe-spanning roster of presidents, royals and other dignitaries to the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics. “It’s a much different list of global leaders when compared with the attendees of Biden’s Summit for Democracy last December.” The guest list for Friday …

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Prayer and politicking: Churches become a center of the California recall campaign
3 years, 4 months ago

Prayer and politicking: Churches become a center of the California recall campaign

LA Times  

It started as a traditional Sunday service. An early contribution of $500,000 to the recall effort came from Orange County donor John Kruger through his limited liability company Prov 3:9, named for the Bible verse: “Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce.” A company representative said in January that Kruger believed Newsom’s executive …

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Formula One: Newey says Red Bull have battled more 'politicking' than ever
3 years, 5 months ago

Formula One: Newey says Red Bull have battled more 'politicking' than ever

The Hindu  

Red Bull have battled more behind-the-scenes 'politicking' than ever in Formula One this season as it seeks to dethrone Mercedes and seven times world champion Lewis Hamilton, according to technical head Adrian Newey. Red Bull have won six races to Mercedes' four, with Dutch youngster Verstappen taking five of those and Hamilton all of his team's. The recent misfortunes have …

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City of Dreams season 2 review: Director Nagesh Kukunoor amps up the drama, politicking, corruption in new instalment
3 years, 5 months ago

City of Dreams season 2 review: Director Nagesh Kukunoor amps up the drama, politicking, corruption in new instalment

Firstpost  

If the battle lines were drawn in the first season of City of Dreams, in the second season, the political drama within and around the Gaekwad family expands from being just a battle of the sexes to a battle of the exes as well. Another power broker, the ‘ruthless’ Ramnik bhai is ready to use Poornima’s bisexuality to land the …

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Covid-19 vaccine scarcity SOS: Harsh Vardhan slams Opposition-ruled states for politicking 'their failures'
3 years, 9 months ago

Covid-19 vaccine scarcity SOS: Harsh Vardhan slams Opposition-ruled states for politicking 'their failures'

India Today  

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Wednesday slammed Opposition-ruled state governments for their alleged attempts to distract attention from their failure to manage the Covid-19 pandemic. Politicising such a public health issue is a damning indictment of certain political leaders who should know better,” Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said. MAHARASHTRA GOVT SPREADING PANIC In his letter, Union Health Minister …

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DDC polls in Jammu and Kashmir: Politicking over Article 370, seat-sharing eclipse local issues in UT's first election
4 years, 1 month ago

DDC polls in Jammu and Kashmir: Politicking over Article 370, seat-sharing eclipse local issues in UT's first election

Firstpost  

While on the one hand non-BJP parties are unhappy over their inability to campaign freely, the BJP seems focussed on portraying the Congress and the ‘Gupkar Gang’ as anti-national Jammu and Kashmir is gearing up for the eight-phase District Development Council polls set to begin on 28 November, and mainstream parties are rushing to organise campaigns amid COVID-19 and finalise …

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None for all, all for power: In Maharashtra's intrigue, principles and governance will be hurt as politicking takes over
5 years, 1 month ago

None for all, all for power: In Maharashtra's intrigue, principles and governance will be hurt as politicking takes over

Firstpost  

Maharashtra Government Formation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party is increasingly resembling the Indian National Congress of the 1980s, using the Governor’s office and the shifting sands of caste and group rivalries to help itself install as friendly a government as it is possible in state capitals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party is increasingly resembling the Indian …

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Nirmala Sitharaman must get over 'politicking' about economy and acknowledge 'slowdown', says Priyanka Gandhi
5 years, 4 months ago

Nirmala Sitharaman must get over 'politicking' about economy and acknowledge 'slowdown', says Priyanka Gandhi

Firstpost  

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Sunday attacked Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for not acknowledging that there was a ‘slowdown’, saying she needs to come clean with the people of India New Delhi: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Sunday attacked Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for not acknowledging that there was a “slowdown”, saying she needs to get over “politicking” …

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Poli-‘Ticking’: The Why, How and What of TN’s 2019 Political Scene
5 years, 10 months ago

Poli-‘Ticking’: The Why, How and What of TN’s 2019 Political Scene

The Quint  

.is all about M K Stalin, biological, legal, and political heir to the late DMK supremo M Karunanidhi. The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is the first and oldest political party of Tamil Nadu, and the Karunanidhi family, the Tamil version of dynasty politics that exists across India. However, by 2009, his influence was such that he was often called Tamil Nadu’s …

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Amid politicking, Nepal's largest dam project has left locals in limbo for decades
5 years, 11 months ago

Amid politicking, Nepal's largest dam project has left locals in limbo for decades

Firstpost  

Nepal’s largest dam project is caught up in wider regional political play, leaving locals in limbo for decades By Ramesh Bhushal This is the second in a five-part series on the Karnali River. “There are technical difficulties and we will unlock them, but it’s certainly a good move,” said Barshaman Pun, Nepal’s water resources minister during a recent press meeting. …

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