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You should know that the strategy to stifle public debate on #USMilitaryBases in #Italy began after 9/11, when Berlusconi and the right wing govts agreed to review the #TechnicalArrangements governing the U.S.'s use of the bases [Italian] https://t.co/Sjt7u1fXde #USMilitaryBases #Italy #PublicDebate #US #IT

There has never been a genuine public debate in my country (#Italy) about the role of #USMilitaryBases on Italian soil: media coverage of this issue is heavily influenced by centers of military and political power. More info, details, names soon! #Italy #USMilitaryBases #PublicDebate #IT #US

Toiu Oana Jun 8

We welcome the successful conduct of Armenia’s parliamentary elections on 7 June, held in a competitive democratic environment and following an electoral campaign that enabled broad public debate on the country’s future development path. This is all the more significant given https://t.co/5NXngIOpJC #ArmeniaElections #Democracy #PublicDebate #AM

Max Tegmark Jun 7

If @GregBrockman and @pmanrca_ are actually funding this false-flag operation, faking AI safety advocates caling for violence, then I interpret it as evidence that they're panicking over losing the public debate. #FalseFlag #AISafety #PublicDebate #Thetweetdoesnotmentionanyspecificcountries.Therefore #therearenocountrycodestoreturn.

Max Tegmark Jun 7

If @GregBrockman and @lamarca are actually funding this false-flag operation, faking AI safety advocates caling for violence, then I interpret it as evidence that they're panicking over losing the public debate. #AIFraud #PublicDebate #FalseFlag #Nospecificcountrycodesfoundinthetweet.

BBC May 17

Drag queen Marcus Hunter-Neill, known as Lady Portia Di'Monte, has expressed his distress after being wrongfully linked to paedophile accusations following a children's storytelling event he participated in, which led to significant public backlash, police intervention, and a settlement from TalkTV, while voicing his commitment to promoting acceptance and understanding through such events despite the controversy. #DragQueen #ChildrensEvents #PublicDebate #GB #NI

Drag Queen Storytime: Abuse left drag queen fearing for his life
BBC May 17

Marcus Hunter-Neill, a drag queen known as Lady Portia Di'Monte, has spoken out about the trauma he experienced after his image was erroneously linked to pedophilia allegations following a controversial children’s storytelling event, which led to protests and significant personal distress, culminating in a settlement and apology from TalkTV, while he advocates for the inclusion of diverse representations in children's programming. #DragQueen #ChildrensLiterature #PublicDebate #GB #NI #UK

Drag Queen Storytime: Abuse left drag queen fearing for his life
BBC May 17

Marcus Hunter-Neill, a drag queen known as Lady Portia Di'Monte, spoke out about the trauma and fear he experienced after a children's storytelling event led to unfounded allegations being spread online, resulting in significant backlash, police escort, and a public apology and damages payment from TalkTV, while debates continue over the appropriateness of such events for children amidst allegations of political interference in the arts. #DragQueen #ChildrensLiterature #PublicDebate #GB #NI

Drag Queen Storytime: Abuse left drag queen fearing for his life
BBC May 17

Theo Bertram from the Social Market Foundation highlights a concerning trend among recent prime ministers, who struggle to confront their parties and the public with difficult truths about necessary policy changes to address pressing issues like welfare cuts and economic reform, amid rising disillusionment with mainstream parties and a quest for quick political solutions from voters. #Politics #Governance #PublicDebate #GB

Is it harder than ever to be prime minister?

In capital city journalism, the belief that a so-called "political center" can solve the problems is slowly but steadily breaking down... (translated)

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Reuters May 11

Politicians in the U.S., UK, and Europe are pushing to reduce immigration due to public opposition related to welfare and job concerns, but such efforts may hinder economic growth and lead to larger budget deficits, highlighting a potential trade-off between immigration policy and fiscal health, especially in aging societies like the UK. #ImmigrationPolicy #EconomicImpact #PublicDebate #GB #US #KR

Slashing immigration could lead to higher taxes

The loss of plurality in the public space affects the brain; listening, analyzing, and debating ideas with others, on the other hand, nourishes it. This is what the neuropsychiatrist Boris Cyrulnik says, and it should always be kept in mind. (Original: La pèrdua de pluralitat en l'espai públic afecta el cervell; escoltar, analitzar i debatre les idees amb els altres, en canvi, l'alimenta. És el que diu el neuropsiquiatre Boris Cyrulnik, i s'hauria de tenir sempre present.) #PublicDebate #PluralityMatters #MentalHealth #Nospecificcountriesarementionedintheprovidedarticle.

Terra Apr 28

The feud between Virginia Fonseca and Luana Piovani escalated on social media after Piovani made offensive remarks that involved Fonseca and her young children, prompting Fonseca to express her outrage and announce her intention to take legal action against Piovani for the harmful comments. #SocialMedia #PublicDebate #InfluencerDrama

Virginia chora muito após Luana Piovani 'amaldiçoar' seus filhos