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Graham says 2024 election ‘is not going to be about abortion’

Graham says 2024 election ‘is not going to be about abortion’

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said the presidential election will be more about the economy than abortion when pressed on his policy differences with former President Trump on the latter issue. Graham, in an interview on NBC News’s “Meet the Press,” said he still supports a 15-week abortion ban but is “okay” with Trump’s support for […]

Deena Tissera- Politics, Public health and influencing change

Deena Tissera- Politics, Public health and influencing change

Welcome to the Creatives in Focus Podcast. The podcast where we discuss the journey to excellence and creating for impact. This week, I had an insightful conversation with Deena Tissera, a Community councillor and a PhD candidate. Deena is the vice-chairperson of the George Street Community Council in Aberdeen, Scotland, and sits on several strategic […]

How to pull off an election all-nighter

How to pull off an election all-nighter

Shift workers may be laughing their way through this piece thinking, “What a bunch of lightweights!” If you had a long run-up you could try shifting your body clock so you’re awake at night and asleep for the day, but it’s probably too late for that now. Some people do attempt a different strategy to […]

Hugh Pym: Is sugar the missing ingredient in election manifestos?

Hugh Pym: Is sugar the missing ingredient in election manifestos?

There was a lot to chew on in the party manifestos on health and the NHS, with promises to cut waiting lists, modernise hospitals and create more GP and dentist appointments. But plans around prevention were in short supply on these political menus – as were proposals about how to help us stay healthier. With […]

NHS election plans unconvincing – health experts

NHS election plans unconvincing – health experts

The budget for the Department of Health and Social Care stands at nearly £190bn this year – the majority of which goes to NHS England, with just under £30bn going on things like training, public health and buildings maintenance. On current public spending forecasts, from the Office for Budget Responsibility, the health budget will rise […]

General election will not delay infected blood compensation

General election will not delay infected blood compensation

Labour has also said it is committed to paying compensation. The sudden announcement of the election, and next week’s planned recess, leaves little time to get new laws passed. Parliament will be dissolved next week after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called the general election for 4 July, meaning there is limited opportunity to get through […]

Democrat wins Alabama special election after focusing on IVF, abortion

Democrat wins Alabama special election after focusing on IVF, abortion

Democratic candidate Marilyn Lands is projected to win the special election in Alabama state House District 10, according to Decision Desk HQ.  Lands, a licensed professional counselor, beat Republican Teddy Powell, a Madison City Council member, to fill the seat. The spot was vacated after former Rep. David Cole (R) pleaded guilty last year to […]

Your Election Campaign: Winning strategies during COVID-19 (Elections)

Your Election Campaign: Winning strategies during COVID-19 (Elections)

This is the one book you should read if you are running for office or managing a political campaign during this pandemic. A political insider and marketing/PR expert shares secret tips for creating a winning campaign marketing strategy during this pandemic. Targeted for candidates running for a state office, this […]

What to know about Ohio special election at center of abortion fight

What to know about Ohio special election at center of abortion fight

Ohio’s special election on Tuesday could raise the threshold for amending the state’s constitution and have a potentially critical impact on the future of abortion rights in the state. With few other elections happening in an off year, a ballot measure in Ohio that would enshrine abortion rights in its constitution will be one of […]

Ohio special election could play decisive role in abortion fight

Ohio special election could play decisive role in abortion fight

Ohio voters will go to the polls on Tuesday to vote on a ballot measure that could raise the threshold for changing the state constitution — and in the process have a direct impact on abortion rights in the battleground state.  The measure, known as Issue 1, would raise the threshold for amending the state constitution […]