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Mamdani's Netanyahu pledge backtrack exposes a Twitter-first NYC leadership

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s reversal on vowing to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu underscores critics’ view that his polished online image and ideological battles eclipse real-world governance, as key campaign promises (fast/free buses, a wealth tax, city-owned groceries, a $1B community-safety program, and a rent freeze) remain largely unfulfilled amid jurisdictional limits and mounting local crises like a Legionnaires’ outbreak and homelessness; supporters defend his approach, while opponents say promises were political theater that failed the test of governing.

via New York Post|

#benjamin-netanyahu #campaign-promises #legionnaires-disease

politics2 years ago•12 min saved

"Assessing Donald Trump's Second Term Campaign Promises and Electoral Edge"

Former President Donald Trump, now the presumptive Republican nominee, has made numerous promises for his potential second term, including immigration enforcement, waging "war" on drug cartels, closing the Department of Education, replacing the Affordable Care Act, addressing gender ideology in schools, attacking critics and former allies, reviewing cases of people persecuted by the Biden administration, and appointing conservative judges. He also pledged to build new cities, roll back car pollution rules, reduce energy prices, impose penalties on trade abusers, extend tax cuts, protect Second Amendment rights, and reverse Biden's "equity" agenda.

via CNN|

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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Katumbi Vows to Liberate DR Congo: Opposition Leader's Promise for Change"

Opposition leader Moise Katumbi has intensified his campaign in the Democratic Republic of Congo ahead of the upcoming elections, promising to "liberate the country" by creating jobs for young people and lowering the US dollar rate. Katumbi, a former governor and wealthy businessman, addressed concerns about his nationality, stating that he is not a foreigner and criticizing his opponents for their numerous trips abroad. The Democratic Republic of Congo will hold elections on December 20th.

via Africanews English|

#campaign-promises #democratic-republic-of-congo #elections

politics3 years ago•5 min saved

High-stakes Karnataka elections: BJP vs Congress

The BJP is in a fighting position in the Karnataka Assembly polls, with a key leader saying the party may not be far from the 100-seat mark but will be short of a full majority of 113 in the 224-member legislative assembly. Facing anti-incumbency, allegations of corruption, and the exit of a few leaders from the party’s main caste base Lingayats, the BJP has retrieved its position to some extent to fight the challenge mounted by the Congress and Janata Dal (Secular) in the elections. The Congress has unveiled a set of five guarantees directed mainly at the poor, while the BJP has promised three free LPG cylinders during key festivals.

via The Indian Express|

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politics3 years ago•2 min saved

"Republican Governor Sununu Warns Against Trump's Potential Fourth Loss in 2024"

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu said that former President Donald Trump is positioning himself to be a "four-time loser" in the 2024 presidential election, adding that Republicans want someone who can win. Sununu noted that Trump lost the past three elections for the GOP and did not follow through on his campaign promises. While Republicans have rallied behind Trump, Sununu said that support may not translate into a vote, and other candidates will enter the race. Sununu has previously said that Trump will not be the nominee.

via The Hill|

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