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The Intelligence: Gaza’s ever-graver crisis
Jan 17, 2024
In this discussion, Greg Karlstrom, The Economist's Middle East correspondent reporting from Tel Aviv, unpacks the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. He highlights the urgent need for aid amid rising health crises, including hunger and disease. The conversation also delves into the socio-political implications of the ongoing conflict and the international community's role in addressing it. Additionally, the podcast explores how areas devastated by the opioid epidemic are experiencing a shift toward Republican voting, and it questions the future of Britain's census amidst changing data practices.
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- The opioid epidemic in America has influenced voter behavior, leading to an increase in votes for Republican candidates in areas with high drug-related deaths.
- Gaza is facing a severe humanitarian crisis, with shortages of supplies and medical resources, and aid agencies are struggling to provide enough food.
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Ravages of America's opioid epidemic affect voting preferences
The opioid epidemic in America, characterized by addiction, crime, and deaths, is found to have an impact on voting preferences. A study reveals that areas with high drug-related deaths saw an increase in votes for Republican candidates. The study isolated areas with high cancer mortality rates in the mid-1990s, which were associated with higher opioid prescriptions, and found a strong correlation between opioid overdose deaths and voting patterns. The effect is significant, with counties experiencing a 13.8 percentage point increase in Republican votes in the 2020 election. This study suggests that the opioid epidemic has influenced voter behavior, potentially becoming one of the most important political forces in recent American history.
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