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Do you vote in every election, even if it’s an off year?

While presidential elections in the United States capture significant attention with about 50-60% of eligible voters participating, off-year and local elections frequently experience a notable decline in voter turnout. This reality was recently exemplified in New York City, where the Board of Elections reported low turnout compared to the total number of eligible voters. In these off-year elections, crucial positions, such as City Council seats, are often at stake, yet voter participation remains low. Multiple factors contribute to the lower turnout in off-year elections: In New York City, only about 313,000 out of the 4.6 million active voters participated in...

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Podcast / Politics

When a candidate skips a debate, do they risk losing your vote?

Debates have long been a cornerstone of democratic elections, offering a stage where candidates can articulate their visions, challenge their opponents, and engage with the public’s concerns. They are a vital component of the electoral process, providing voters with a direct comparison of the candidates’ policies, personalities, and preparedness for office. In essence, debates are a litmus test for a candidate’s ability to lead and communicate effectively under pressure. For voters, debates serve as a crucial tool for making informed decisions. They cut through the noise of campaign ads and sound bites, allowing citizens to hear substantive discussions on policy...

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Current Events / Politics

Should Mayor Adams reach out to Latin American countries regarding migrant crisis?

New York City mayor, Eric Adams, has been vocal about the multitude of hardships facing the Big Apple in regards to the migrant crisis that has seen over 120,000 asylum seekers and migrants arriving in NY. Some estimates have said that there can be up to 1,000 people per day seeking refuge in the city. Images out of New York showed migrants sleeping on the streets because there was no room to house them. Unable to find the support he was looking for from New York Governor, Kathy Hochul, and Biden’s federal government, Adams took the unconventional step this past...

Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter 0

Politics

Did you agree with Speaker Kevin McCarthy ousting?

In the recent episode of Nuance, we discussed the unprecedented situation that unfolded, resulting in the removal of Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker. This first in US history was triggered by party mate Representative Matthew Gaetz. McCarthy’s short tenure as speaker seemingly started off on the wrong foot by undergoing 15 rounds of voting for confirmation. With Democrats firm in solidarity against McCarthy’s appointment and the Representative’s difficulty finding the same sort of support from his own party, it’s a wonder that he lasted this long. Certainly, the Republicans that spearheaded McCarthy’s ouster were already not fans of his, but...

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Current Events / Podcast

Will you pay to use Twitter?

Elon Musk has made a significant number of changes since buying Twitter. He’s gotten rid of whole teams; changed the verification model to one of pay-to-play; throttled read rates; restricted Tweetdeck to Twitter Blue premium users; gotten rid of the iconic logo and changed the name of the platform from Twitter to X; and allowed users previously banned for terms and conditions violations back on the platform under the guise of championing free speech. This resulted in an increase in hate speech on the platform and was partially responsible for the departure of half of the advertisers. Oh, and made...