That is cold, as shown by the fact that three quarters of Republicans prioritize the economy over climate change
Bidenomics: Trump’s record on the economy and the judiciary’s probe of the Deep State: a multipartisan analysis of the House Speaker’s Select Committee on Foreign Policy
He doesn’t do much better on foreign policy than the other way around; 54 percent believe his policies have weakened the country. His scores on the economy are worse than Trump’s, but foreign policy is better than his predecessors and potential opponent.
The White House recognizes the vulnerability on the economy. It has tried to grab hold of the narrative, touting what they are calling “Bidenomics,” which focuses on more positive aspects, like low unemployment and the bipartisan infrastructure bill.
The Supreme Court continues to struggle after the Dobbs decision last year – 58% have little to no confidence in the high court. Three-quarters of Democrats and 6 in 10 independents are included.
There was a separation of the Democrats and Republicans, with more than half of them saying they had little to no confidence in the agency. For a long time now, Trump has accused the law enforcement agency of being part of a “Deep State” conspiracy.
The FBI is the highest rated of the ones Marist tested in this poll, but respondents were split with 51% saying they have a great deal or quite a lot of confidence in it and 47% saying they don’t have very much or none at all.
Source: That’s cold: Three-quarters of Republicans prioritize the economy over climate change
Climate Change is a “Hoax” of the American Economy: A Survey of Dems and Independents from the U.S.
A similar majority (55%) said climate change is having a serious impact now and an even larger majority (62%) said it is having a great deal or at least some effect on their communities. But in each case that included majorities of Democrats and independents with Republicans feeling the opposite way.
Even though there is a lot of evidence that Climate Change is happening and may affect us in 300 years, Trump still called it a “hoax” and implied that it would only cause a sea level rise of 1/6 inch.
It noted that failure to control future emissions could lead to a 3.5 – 7 feet rise by the end of this century.
Donald Trump has talked down the impact of climate change for a while now, as the current front runner for the GOP nomination. The National Ocean Service Technical Report, a joint effort between several government agencies, finds that sea levels will rise up to foot in the next 30 years because of more flood damage.
But almost three-quarters of Republicans (72%) said the economy should be given priority, even at the risk of ignoring climate change. That’s up 13 points since the beginning of the year.
The wide-ranging survey of 1,285 adults also found some of the most critical institutions in the country being held in low regard and that President Biden has some glaring vulnerabilities, especially when it comes to the economy, heading into the 2024 presidential election.
Pastor A. Martin: From inspiration to self-confidence: Lisa Miller discusses the life, work, and death of his wife, A. Martinez
Can spirituality help ease anxiety and depression? Lisa Miller thinks so as well. She’s a professor in the Clinical Psychology Program at Teachers College, Columbia University, and she’s dedicated most of her life to studying neuroscience and spirituality. Miller talks to Martin about the role spiritual beliefs have in renewal.
Austin was released last week. It’s an intensely personal work, which is why the title came from his real name. He tells A Martinez about the inspiration behind his new songs, the lessons he’s learned on self- confidence, and what it means to be Austin.
Three of Lizzo’s dancers have sued the artist for harassment and creating a hostile workplace environment. The lawsuit filed this week includes allegations of sexual, racial and religious harassment and false imprisonment. Lizzo’s treatment of her employees seems to go against what Lizzo stands for in the public eye. Lizzo rose to fame in part for championing feminism, body positivity and self-love.
The attack by Russia on the Ukrainian inland port on the Danube River made it harder for the country to export food. Since Russia withdrew from a deal protecting Ukrainian ships in the Black Sea, they have been struggling with grain exports.
Source: Up First briefing: Trump’s arraignment; Lizzo sued; Republicans on climate change
Up First: The First News from the FBI Investigation of a Democratic Candidate: Donald Trump and the Rise of the Free Market in the 21st Century
Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to appear in a Washington, D.C. courtroom today to be arraigned on charges related to his attempt to hold on to power after the 2020 election. He faces four felony counts, including conspiracy to defraud the United States.
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