All articles tagged with #political response
Originally Published 2 days ago — by politico.eu
Greenland's political parties have strongly opposed former US President Trump's interest in purchasing Greenland, emphasizing their desire to remain independent and not become part of the US, amidst broader international discussions and tensions.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Ariana Grande called out the Trump administration on social media for its policies and rhetoric, prompting a humorous response from the White House that referenced her song titles and recent legal actions against Ticketmaster, highlighting the ongoing political and social tensions.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
President Trump stated he would have ordered flags to half-staff to honor Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman, who was murdered, if asked by the state's Democratic governor, but he claimed he was not asked to do so.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
Republican Senator Katie Britt faced criticism, including from fellow Republicans, for delivering the GOP's response to President Biden's State of the Union address from her family kitchen. Despite pushback from her office, the decision to use this backdrop was widely panned, with some questioning its implications for women in politics. While Britt's performance received mixed reviews, the response is seen as a signal of her emergence on the national stage, echoing past instances where the delivery of the response was more about introducing a new figure in politics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Euronews
European farmers' protests are a significant political and electoral risk that should not be underestimated, as they highlight the struggles of small and family farmers. The protests have prompted national governments and the EU to adopt agriculture-friendly policies and make concessions, emphasizing the need for better understanding of the distributional effects of policies and more responsive decision-making. The political establishment's reactive response underscores the disconnect between elites and the public, calling for a more honest discussion and genuine engagement to address the grievances of farmers and similar categories.