And so it goes — Memes and memories (AKA It’s all a matter of debate)

The dedication and enthusiasm of American pollsters, journalists, academics, campaign workers, and the candidates themselves are matched­—and in some estimates exceeded—only by the efforts of researchers here at takenote.ca. Our goal is to continue to place before you, dear reader, inspiring, witty, artistic, topically relevant, sometimes edgy political imagery which captures the intent and spirit... Continue Reading →

Six weeks out — Set 14

I know that we are all holding our breath prior to Tuesday night's Vice-Presidential candidate debate. (Who knows; there might actually be a debate -- how cool is that?) There are however a few memes to share until the next memeingful political landscape shifts and jolts, or should I say jabs and punches. It's easier... Continue Reading →

Muscular patriotism, the DNC in Chicago, and more memes

In today’s NYT e-newsletter David Leonhardt explores the theme of “muscular patriotism” looking towards the Democratic National Convention which opens tonight in Chicago. (Memories of the 1968 DNC, one of the most tempestuous in American history,  have some people concerned about potential violence.) Leonhardt writes: At her first rally with Tim Walz, Kamala Harris delivered... Continue Reading →

Blog at WordPress.com.

Up ↑