Why Longer Lives Mean the Future of US Politics Is Female – OZY

Why Longer Lives Mean the Future of US Politics Is Female  OZY Women live longer than men. And in the realm of politics, simply sticking around has an advantage, as seniority often dictates power — particularly in Congress and state legislatures. But that hasn’t helped women traditionally. Until now. For decades, men have more often gotten elected at a younger age, whereas women either struggled to win races or didn’t choose to join politics until after raising children. Take Nancy Pelosi, perhaps the most sustainably powerful female American politician in history,…

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Venezuelan-Americans welcome Trump’s tough talk. Republicans hope that will mean votes. – NBCNews.com

Venezuelan-Americans welcome Trump’s tough talk. Republicans hope that will mean votes.  NBCNews.com The Trump administration has tightened the screws on Venezuela, energizing Venezuelan-American and other Latino voters in Florida, potentially giving a boost … “us republicans” – Google News

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‘Jexodus’ is a GOP fantasy. That doesn’t mean Jews will vote Democratic forever. – Washington Post

‘Jexodus’ is a GOP fantasy. That doesn’t mean Jews will vote Democratic forever.  Washington Post A political organization calling itself Jexodus sprung up in recent weeks, purporting to be a group of frustrated Jews ready to break with the Democratic Party. “us republicans” – Google News

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Democratic trade hawks may mean big trouble for China – and Trump – South China Morning Post

Democratic trade hawks may mean big trouble for China – and Trump  South China Morning Post The US president opened the door to the trade war but may not be able to shut it – now both parties in Washington and allies abroad are pushing for massive … “us democrats” – Google News

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