Bidenomics: Donald Trump’s attack on the White House and the Supreme Court’s probe of the Deep State conspiracy — Three-quarters of Republicans prioritize the economy over climate change
He doesn’t fair much better on foreign policy – 56% think his policies have weakened the country on foreign policy. His scores on the economy, on average, are worse than Trump’s, but foreign policy is marginally better than his predecessor’s and potential future 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. That includes three-quarters of Democrats and 6 in 10 independents.
There was a partisan split with 65% of Republicans – and even 56% of independents – who had little to no confidence in the agency. For years, Trump has been accusing the agency of being a 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
The ill-preparedness of the United States and the role of climate change in society: a poll by the National Ocean Service and the White House
A majority of respondents said that addressing climate change should be prioritised even if the economy slows. That included 80% of Democrats and 54% of independents.
And yet despite all the evidence, Trump has lied and called climate change a “hoax” and implied that it would only “may affect us in 300 years” and only see a sea level rise of 1/8 inch.
“Failing to curb future emissions could cause an additional 1.5 – 5 feet (0.5 – 1.5 meters) of rise for a total of 3.5 – 7 feet (1.1 – 2.1 meters) by the end of this century,” it noted.
Former President Donald Trump, the current front runner for the GOP nomination once again, has talked down the impact of climate change for years now. The National Ocean Service Technical Report found that in the next 30 years sea levels could rise up to a foot because of more flood damage.
A plurality of Republicans said that climate change will not have a serious impact on their communities. Some people said it will only have a small one.
A wide-ranging survey of over 1,200 people found that some of the country’s most critical institutions are being held in low regard and that President Biden has some glaring vulnerabilities when it comes to the economy.
Lisa Miller, the Post Malone, Austin Post, and the Trump’s arraignment: Lizzo sued; Republicans on climate change
Can spirituality help with depression and anxiety? Lisa Miller thinks so. 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 tells Martin about the role spiritual beliefs can play in renewal, recovery and resilience.
The new album by Post Malone, Austin, was released last week. His real name is Austin Post, and it’s an intensely personal work. He spoke to A MARTINEZ about the inspiration for his new songs, the lessons he’s learned from touring as a new dad, and what it means to be Austin.
Three of Lizzo’s former dancers have sued the Grammy-winning 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 alleged treatment of her employees seems to go against everything she stands for. Lizzo rose to fame for her advocacy of feminism, body positivity, and self-love.
Russia attacked Ukraine’s main inland port on the Danube River yesterday, sending global food prices higher and making it even harder for Ukraine to export grain. The country has been struggling with grain exports ever since Russia withdrew from a deal that protected Ukrainian ships carrying grain in the Black Sea.
Source: Up First briefing: Trump’s arraignment; Lizzo sued; Republicans on climate change
The Up First newsletter: felony charges against the former US president Donald Trump in a Washington, D.C. courtroom on conspiracy to defraud
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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