Yougov conducted a poll with the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation and found that 70% of millennials would happily vote for a socialist and that half of millennials and Gen Z have an unfavorable view of capitalism — all figures that have climbed since the same poll was conducted last year. Gen X support for socialist candidates is 44%. It's 33% for boomers and "silent generation" voters. (via Naked Capitalism)
70% of millennials would vote for a socialist
Social Democrats narrowly win German elections
Germany's Social Democratic Party defeated the Christian Democratic Union in Germany's federal election this Sunday, a win for the country's center-left and SDP leader Olaf Scholz. "I'll be darned," said Joe Biden this morning. But though the vote represented a miserable showing for the CDU's Armin Laschet—outgoing chancellor Angela Merkel's intended successor—either party might still… READ THE REST
Man's election campaign derailed by two "spoiler" candidates with the same name and similar appearance
In St. Petersburg, Russia, Boris Vishnevsky was set to run in this month's election to maintain his seat inn the Legislative Assembly. Unfortunately, two "spoiler" candidates have joined the running—both named Boris Vishnevsky and wearing similar facial hair as the first Vishnevsky. From Reuters: The [Central Election Commission] rejected a complaint by Vishnevsky demanding that… READ THE REST
A Trump endorsement ain't what it's cracked up to be, as one candidate learned
If a GOP candidate running for a US House seat wants out, all they have to do is get Donald Trump to endorse them. At least if you live in North Texas. Candidate Susan Wright, who had earned Trump's stamp of approval, ran against Jake Ellzey in a Texas congressional race. And although she started… READ THE REST
Bring home a mystery tech box for less as part of a Cyber Week deal
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, the holiday season has officially begun. There's so much to look forward to, especially this year, as the holidays were all but canceled last… READ THE REST
This quadcopter drone is on sale for over 70% off for Cyber Week
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Holiday gift shopping is never easy. Whether you're looking to buy something unique and meaningful for your family and friends, or if you're looking to treat yourself this season, there are… READ THE REST
Save 20% this Cyber Week on a holiday-themed Advent calendar full of goodies
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. The holiday season is upon us, which means it's that time of year to indulge in the things that make us happy while we're surrounded by loved ones. Of course, indulging… READ THE REST
