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politics29 days ago•21 min saved

Handbags and Hashtags Shape Japan's Youth Vote, Takaichi Bets Big

A Japan politics piece centers on Sanae Takaichi leveraging youth engagement through fashion cues (handbag, pink pen) and social-media hype while pitching a tech-forward policy agenda (Sanaenomics, 1.03 million yen income barrier reform, big-state investment in semiconductors and AI) to address growth and debt. The article frames a broader debate over whether the campaign’s visuals translate into substance, with comments ranging from support for tech-focused policies to concerns about popularity politics and potential conscription or media manipulation.

via Japan Today|

#handbags #japan-politics #politics

politics7 months ago•6 min saved

Zohran Mamdani's Win Signals a Shift in New York Politics

The article discusses how young voters in New York City, energized by Zohran Mamdani's campaign, are influencing older generations' political decisions, highlighting a shift in family political dynamics and the increasing impact of youth opinions on city politics.

via The New York Times|

#generational-shift #new-york-city #political-influence

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Insights into Indonesia's 200 Million-Strong Election"

More than 200 million eligible voters will participate in Indonesia's election, featuring a three-way presidential race and a focus on job opportunities, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. The use of AI and social media in politics, as well as concerns over dynastic politics and the influence of big personalities, are key themes. The election will also select thousands of national and provincial lawmakers, with younger Indonesians playing a crucial role in shaping the country's future.

via CNN|

#ai-misinformation #election #indonesia

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Biden's TikTok Debut: Reaching Young Voters for 2024 Election"

President Biden made his TikTok debut with a Super Bowl-themed Q&A video, playfully refusing to pick a side between the Chiefs and 49ers and jokingly endorsing himself for president. This move signals a potential effort to engage with younger voters, as TikTok is popular among this demographic. While the platform has faced criticism from Republicans over its ties to China, the White House has previously used TikTok to spread messaging on various issues.

via The Hill|

#biden #politics #reelection-campaign

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Taylor Swift's Philly Concert Draws Massive Crowds and Fan Support.

Latino activists backing Helen Gym for mayor of Philadelphia have paid for a plane to fly a "Swifties for Helen Gym" banner over and around the stadium during Taylor Swift's concert on Sunday. The move is aimed at engaging more young people to vote in Tuesday's mayoral primary election, which is still too close to call. Gym is one of the front-runners in the race, and her campaign has advocated for better conditions in the city's schools and public education system, which impact young people directly. The flyover was not coordinated with Gym's campaign.

via The Philadelphia Inquirer|

#helen-gym #mayoral-election #philadelphia

politics2 years ago•7 min saved

GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy proposes raising voting age to 25.

Vivek Ramaswamy, a millennial Republican running for president, has proposed raising the minimum voting age for most Americans to 25, citing a need for greater civic engagement. The proposal has faced backlash from youth-vote organizers, including in his own party, who say it will suppress the vote and remind them of Jim Crow laws. The GOP has pushed for stricter election laws, including regulations that would affect young voters. Ramaswamy's proposal would require a constitutional amendment and meeting certain requirements to vote before turning 25, such as passing a civics test.

via The Washington Post|

#civic-engagement #constitutional-amendment #politics