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As elections are approaching fast, uncertainty is growing as who is going to be the next President of the USA.
More than 240 million American voters are called to the polls to choose their 47th president. Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump are neck-and-neck in the polls.
Who will succeed Joe Biden as President of the United States? American voters have until Tuesday November 5, the country's main voting day, to decide who will take up residence in the Oval Office of the White House in early 2025. Everyone is on the edge of their seats to know who will be the winner of course.
Let's take a closer look at this thrilling moment in history.
If you wish to know more about elections, consult this article: US election guide for the dummies !
In a word, the general election process can be summed up this way:
- first there are caucuses and primaries. Caucuses are huge meetings in which political members discuss their preferred candidates. Then, primaries occur and party members within the state will vote for their preferred candidate.
- the second moment is when each party chooses their nominee who will be able to choose their running mate for Vice President. This happens during National Conventions.
- General elections are the moment when nominees tour the counrty to explain their ideas and arguments.
- And here comes the specific part:
- The popular vote (just like in France for example) allows citizens around the country to cast their vote. The person who gets the more votes is elected. Citizens are voting for a slate of electors (state senators, mayors, governors, members of congress...) appointed by their state’s political parties who are pledged to support that party’s candidate.
- The electoral college constituted of the people elected by popular votes, will then officially elect the President who needs 270 votes of the 538 up for grabs.
Some states are worth very few electoral votes while others weigh a massive number of votes.
Swing states are called like this because they have a huge sway in the electoral process. The color of the state may change with each election (red for Republicans, blue for Democrats). So, it is really necessary for candidates to convince those states (which include: Florida, Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania). Watch this video to grasp the point.
And not just candidates are fighting to convince people. Stars are also in the race!
So, who will be sworn into office on January 20th 2025?
Suspense is literally unbearable!
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Honolulu-born actress Nicole Kidman stars in this nerve-wracking TV series full of twists. Renowned for her versatility and talent, she offers an exceptional role in which she plays the role of Greer Garrison Winbury, a writer whose son is about to get married. Unfortunately there will be no wedding as the maid of honour is found dead on the scenic island of Nantucket.
"It’s almost impossible to resist bingeing the entirety of this classy detective drama set around a posh wedding in Nantucket. It’s a glorious, perfectly paced delight" - The Guardian
A must-see if you love Agatha Christie-style books. The TV series is based upon the novel by Elin Hilderbrand. You'll love to become familiar with devastated liars, secretive wealthy families and perplexed investigators.
And don't hesitate to replay the opening credits as you get absorbed by this action-packed 6 episode-series!
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A moving message from the Princess of Wales... thought-provoking and invigorating at the same time.
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The Handmaid's Tale Was Removed from an Idaho School Library. This Teen Handed a Copy to the Superintendent At Graduation. Here's what happened.
Log in 🔒 to view the scene of how this audacious student spoke her mind out.
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You lived the good life last year, but this year, I hope you'll live your best life! Happy New Year 2024!✨🎆🎈
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Poet Benjamin Zephanaia died aged 65.
Benjamin Zephaniah in 'Peaky Blinders' - Copyright BBC/ Robert Viglasky/ Caryn Mandabach Productions Ltd 2017
Sadly, British writer and world-known poet left us, thus leaving a rich legacy of poems fighting againt homophobia, racism, animal abuse and colonialism. The son of Jamaïcan and Barbadian parents, he was born in the suburbs of Birmingham in 1958 and then moved to London when he was 20. Sometimes known as "pen rhythm poet", he left a legacy of joy and enthusiasm to the world.
Want to hear one of his most beautiful and topical poem? Enjoy!
"People need people,
To walk to
To talk to
To cry and rely on,
People will always need people.
To love and to miss
To hug and to kiss,
It’s useful to have other people.
To whom to moan
If you’re all alone,
It’s so hard to share
When no one is there.
There’s not much to do
When there’s no one but you.
People will always need people.
To please
To tease
To put you at ease,
People will always need people.
To make life appealing
And give life some meaning,
It’s useful to have other people.
It you need a change
To whom will you turn.
If you need a lesson
From whom will you learn.
If you need to play
You’ll know why I say
People will always need people.
As girlfriends
As boyfriends
From Bombay
To Ostend,
People will always need people-
To have friendly fights with
And share tasty bites with,
It’s useful to have other people.
People live in families
Gangs, posses and packs,
Its seems we need company
Before we relax,
So stop making enemies
And let’s face the facts,
People will always need people,
Yes
People will always need people."
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