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Jonathan Sumption: Why governments were wrong to fight Covid-19 with lockdownsPODCAST QA 2910

Oct 28, 2023
Former Supreme Court judge Jonathan Sumption discusses the wrongdoings of governments during Covid-19, including the potential excessive reactions and collateral costs of lockdown measures. The podcast also explores how growing intolerance fueled by social media is diminishing the power of liberal democracies and the implications of the 2023 election in Teata 2. Additionally, there is a discussion on the Israeli public perception of the incursion into Gaza and the impact of Trump's legal issues on the election.
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Quick takeaways

  • The upcoming US Presidential race is shaping up to be a rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, with Biden campaigning on unifying the country and Trump focusing on the narrative of saving the American way of life.
  • New Zealand's new MPs bring a diverse range of backgrounds, including increased representation of brown, female, and younger candidates, as well as more MPs with farming and science backgrounds, reflecting the need for expertise in addressing climate change and other policy challenges.

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US Presidential Race: Trump vs. Biden Rematch Expected

The upcoming US Presidential race is shaping up to be a rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Biden is campaigning on unifying the country, both domestically and from a foreign policy perspective. Meanwhile, Trump is focusing on the narrative that the American way of life is under attack and that he is needed to restore it. Trump's legal issues, including dozens of charges ranging from business fraud to attempts to overturn the 2020 election results, may complicate his candidacy. While Biden has the support of the Democratic Party, the Republican Party is running a primary campaign, and potential candidates include Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswamy. There is also the possibility of a third-party disruptor in Robert Kennedy Jr., who is running as an independent. Although historically, third-party candidates do not win presidential races, Kennedy may draw votes away from either Trump or Biden, potentially affecting the outcome.

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