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Should Donald Trump be disqualified from state ballots in presidential election? Here’s how the US Supreme Court might rule

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Monday, February 5, 2024

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The US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments this week in former President

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The US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments this week in former President
Donald Trump’s appeal against the decision to exclude him from the ballot in the Colorado Republican primary for this year’s presidential election.
The Colorado Supreme Court ruled in December that Trump was disqualified from holding the office of president under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment to the Constitution because he engaged in an insurrection on January 6, 2021.

How does the Supreme Court operate?

The questioning can provide clues as to how the justices might be leaning.
The justices then meet in private to discuss the case and form a preliminary opinion.
The draft opinion will be circulated to the other justices and is subject to their suggestions and possible alterations.

What are the constitutional issues?

The justices face a seemingly intractable choice between two fundamental values: defending the rule of law and protecting democracy. For most of its life, the insurrection clause has been regarded by constitutional scholars as of historical interest only and consequently ignored. Trump’s appeal raised three major constitutional questions the Supreme Court will have to decide:
whether Section 3 applies to Trump as a sitting president
what it takes to determine if someone is guilty of insurrection
and whether the states have the power to enforce Section 3 without prior approval from Congress.

He also claims the president is not an “officer of the United States”, as the clause reads.
In his petition, Trump offers several unconvincing reasons why this is so and it will probably be a difficult argument for his lawyers to sustain.
As the Colorado Supreme Court said pointedly in its judgement,
The Constitution refers to the presidency as an “office” 25 times.
In effect, then, they are asking the Supreme Court to validate the charge that Trump engaged in an insurrection.

How will the court likely respond?

The Supreme Court has a solid six-to-three conservative majority, with three of the conservative justices nominated by Trump.
The last time the Supreme Court entangled itself in a presidential election – the Bush v. Gore decision in 2001 – it was a judicial dog’s breakfast.
The ruling was widely seen as a political decision reflecting the partisan preferences of the five conservative justices in the majority.
The court should be mindful of the public and legal backlash to that decision and its current low level of public approval.
And the liberal-conservative divide on the court is probably not going to be a reliable predictor of the outcome.

John Hart does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

The Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Guidance to Enable Expanded Access to All FDA-Approved Contraceptives Without Cost

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

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PRINCETON, N.J., Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Agile Therapeutics, Inc., (Nasdaq: AGRX), a women's healthcare company, commends the Biden-Harris Administration for their continued commitment to reproductive health including increasing access to no-cost contraception.

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PRINCETON, N.J., Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Agile Therapeutics, Inc., (Nasdaq: AGRX), a women's healthcare company, commends the Biden-Harris Administration for their continued commitment to reproductive health including increasing access to no-cost contraception.
Following several months of focus by the Biden Administration and lawmakers on contraception and impermissible barriers to reproductive healthcare, the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury (the “Tri-Agencies”) jointly released new guidance in the form of Frequently Asked Questions (“FAQ”) on Monday, January 22, 2024.
It is more important than ever to ensure access to contraceptive coverage without cost- sharing, as afforded by the ACA.”
“We recognize the importance of reproductive freedom for women and applaud the administration for taking concrete actions to ensure women have access to the contraceptive product that is right for them without barriers and cost-sharing,” said Agile Therapeutics, Inc.’s Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer Al Altomari.
“We believe the new guidelines take a significant step towards eliminating financial barriers to contraceptives and we look forward to working with patients and providers interested in a low dose patch option like Twirla®.”
1 HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra Announces New Actions to Increase Contraceptive Care Coverage on 51st Anniversary of Roe v. Wade HHS Announces New Actions to Increase Contraceptive Care Coverage January 22 2024
2 Frequently Asked Questions About the Affordable Care Act Part 64, January 22, 2024 FAQ Part 64 January 22 2024

Singles in America: Match Releases Largest Study on US Single Population for 13th Year

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

DALLAS, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Match today released findings from its 13th annual Singles in America study, the nation's largest and most comprehensive annual scientific study of single adults, more than one-third of the U.S. adult population. This year's study asked a national representative sample of 5,000+ singles their thoughts on dating and AI, non-monogamous relationships, comprehensive sex education, and more. Having run annually over the past 13 years, the study encompasses insights from 70,000 singles to date, showcasing major trends and new developments in sex, love and marriage.

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DALLAS, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Match today released findings from its 13th annual Singles in America study, the nation's largest and most comprehensive annual scientific study of single adults, more than one-third of the U.S. adult population.
This year's study asked a national representative sample of 5,000+ singles their thoughts on dating and AI, non-monogamous relationships, comprehensive sex education, and more.
Today's singles are hungry for tools to help them find and maintain human connection."
13% of singles (14% of men and 12% of women) also report using condoms more often since the overturning.

PPMW's Dr. Serina Floyd speaks at U.S. Senate briefing on the state of abortion rights

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

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The briefing was scheduled just ahead of what would have been the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade.

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The briefing was scheduled just ahead of what would have been the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade.
Dr. Floyd started her remarks noting: "I am here today to make clear that abortion is essential care.
I can say without hesitation that I have saved people's lives by providing abortion care.
"We know both from research and from reality what it means when someone is denied the abortion they need," Dr. Floyd said.

Confusion Surrounding Abortion Access Remains High Among Young People

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A recent survey from Power to Decide found that more than seven out of ten respondents (73%) indicated they did not know of a clinic or health care provider that they could go to if they wanted or needed an abortion in the near future. Of those, 41% reported that they did not know how they could find a clinic or health care provider.

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Of those, 41% reported that they did not know how they could find a clinic or health care provider.
As we approach another year without Roe v. Wade, the decision that affirmed a constitutional right to abortion, confusion amongst young people on where to turn to get an abortion remains high.
"Even before the overturn of Roe v. Wade, immense barriers to abortion care disproportionately harmed young people, people of color, those in rural areas and people with low incomes.
The Dobbs decision that overturned Roe has created an even more dire abortion access landscape.

Donald Trump's stroll to victory in Iowa was a foregone conclusion. This doesn't make it any less shocking

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

In Iowa over the weekend, blizzards described as “life-threatening” by the National Weather Service brought with them temperatures well below freezing, up to 25 centimetres of snow and ferocious winds.

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In Iowa over the weekend, blizzards described as “life-threatening” by the National Weather Service brought with them temperatures well below freezing, up to 25 centimetres of snow and ferocious winds.
In these terrible conditions on Monday night, Republicans in the Hawkeye state gathered to choose their preferred candidate for president of the United States.
Iowa holds a caucus vote in presidential nominating contests, as opposed to most other states, which hold primary votes.

Iowa was always Trump’s for the taking

Even when he was not physically present in the state – which was a lot of the time – this contest was already all about Trump.
As bitter as the campaigning between these candidates has been, it has been almost entirely aimed at each other.
Just as predicted, Trump won Iowa by an overwhelming margin, with DeSantis and Haley neck and neck for second place.

The extent of Trump’s power over the party

To an extent that is almost impossible to fathom, Trump continues to dominate the Republican Party.
But the size and extent of Trump’s victory in Iowa does not tell the whole story.
Each of his challengers has defined their pitch for power largely in deference to Trump and have studiously avoided taking him on directly.
Ramaswamy, meanwhile, has sought to present himself (with little success) as a sleeker, next-generation Trump.

What does Iowa portend for democracy itself?

The positioning around Iowa, and the result, consolidate dynamics that have been underway for some time.
Every single Republican candidate who polled in Iowa is seeking to be the standard bearer of this movement.
The current trajectory is clear, and it is dangerous: dangerous for American democracy, and as a result, dangerous for the world.

Emma Shortis is senior researcher in international and security affairs at The Australia Institute, an independent think tank. Liam Byrne does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

BPM-PR Firm Wins Grand Prize for Strategy of the Year Award by PR Daily's Content Marketing Awards

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

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NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BPM-PR Firm, a leader in the PR and communications space, was awarded the Grand Prize for Strategy of the Year by PR Daily's Content Marketing Awards. PR Daily's Content Marketing Awards honor organizations and individuals who have demonstrated excellence in the field of content marketing and have made a significant impact on their industry. Winners represent an elite group of storytellers who know how to create content that stands out amongst the crowded media landscape. Their creative works have led to success for both their organizations and clients. The award spotlights BPM-PR Firm's work on the Bellabeat media campaign, which enacted a gracefully layered media approach for their Bellabeat Ivy, a wearable wellness tracker designed specially for women, and its corresponding mobile app. BPM-PR Firm's strategic vision resulted in a media campaign that generated over 195 media placements, not including television, with a total ad value estimate of over $34 million and a UVM (unique visitors per month) estimate of more than 3 million impressions. The 18-year-old boutique PR firm is known for crafting unique media messages that move the world by implementing innovative PR strategies and delivering unparalleled campaign results.

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NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BPM-PR Firm, a leader in the PR and communications space, was awarded the Grand Prize for Strategy of the Year by PR Daily's Content Marketing Awards .
PR Daily's Content Marketing Awards honor organizations and individuals who have demonstrated excellence in the field of content marketing and have made a significant impact on their industry.
"We are thrilled to be awarded the Grand Prize for Strategy of the Year by PR Daily.
For more information about BPM-PR Firm, media requests, and their PR Daily Content Marketing Strategy of the Year Award, please call 1.877.841.7244 or email [email protected] .

Peppercomm Introduces Team Meridian Crisis Consultancy to Counsel Companies on Societal Issues

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

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NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Communications and marketing firm Peppercomm today unveiled Team Meridian, a new specialty group assembled to provide strategic counsel to help clients plan for and manage societal crises impacting their people, brands and business. A unique approach combining both internal and external crisis preparedness, Team Meridian launches in anticipation of greater public discourse during a highly contentious U.S. presidential election cycle.

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A unique approach combining both internal and external crisis preparedness, Team Meridian launches in anticipation of greater public discourse during a highly contentious U.S. presidential election cycle.
"Our new Team Meridian crisis consultancy answers the call for timely and judicious counsel to help clients develop a holistic framework – including internal and external communications – on if, when and how to speak out and act on social issues their stakeholders care about."
In fact, Peppercomm research found that only 23% of communications executives have frameworks or playbooks to respond to social issues.
To learn more about Team Meridian, RepCompass™ and our other offerings, visit our website or follow us on social media channels, @Peppercomm.

As national political omens go, Republicans sought middle ground on abortion in Virginia − and still lost the state legislature

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

The election results in Virginia offer Republicans across the country one key lesson before the 2024 presidential election: Revise the GOP position on the critical issue of abortion.

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The election results in Virginia offer Republicans across the country one key lesson before the 2024 presidential election: Revise the GOP position on the critical issue of abortion.
Glenn Youngkin had campaigned for other GOP members on his plan to ban abortions after 15 weeks, as opposed to the outright abortion ban that some Virginia politicians have promised to pass.
But Youngkin’s hopes that his 15-week ban would spare the party further political grief failed miserably, as Democrats secured control over both legislative branches.

Abortion was the key issue

In that survey, 70% of Democrats considered abortion a major factor for them in the upcoming elections, as compared with 35% of Republicans.
Among independents, 54% said the abortion ruling was a major factor as they considered how to approach the Virginia midterms.

Straddling GOP extremes

Youngkin was elected governor two years ago as a largely unknown conservative who had a lengthy business career – and no legislative record.
In recent decades, Virginia went from a reliably Republican state in presidential elections to one where Donald Trump lost by 10 points in 2020.

But in a nod to suburban Republicans, Youngkin kept his distance from the former president’s insistence that the 2020 presidential election was stolen.
Youngkin won the 2021 election by two points.

Shifting political landscape

Governing as a strident conservative focusing on easing COVID restrictions, cutting taxes and, above all, shifting the direction of public education, Youngkin ran into roadblocks in the Virginia Senate, where Democrats remained in the majority.
In one example, the Youngkin administration proposed a set of revisions to the state’s Standards of Learning in history and social sciences.
They argued that the GOP empowered extremists who want to ban books and tell lies about U.S. and Virginia history.

Where does election leave Youngkin and GOP?

Democrats control the state legislature, and Youngkin’s tenure may be marked by more legislative gridlock.
Instead, Youngkin started his term by defining himself as a partisan champion, albeit not a fully pro-Trump Republican.

Stephen J. Farnsworth does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

As Ohio and other states decide on abortion, anti-abortion activists look to rebrand themselves as not religious

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Ohio voters will cast ballots on Nov. 7, 2023, to determine abortion rules in their state, joining six other states that have put the decisions before voters in ballot initiatives since 2022.

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Ohio voters will cast ballots on Nov. 7, 2023, to determine abortion rules in their state, joining six other states that have put the decisions before voters in ballot initiatives since 2022.
Ohio residents will vote on “Issue 1,” which would amend the state constitution to explicitly protect an individual’s right to get an abortion.
Some anti-abortion activists in Ohio have said that Issue 1 is “too radical” for the state.
But I found that these activists also recognize that framing abortion as a human rights issue may appeal to a broader audience.

Perceptions of the anti-abortion movement

In my interviews, anti-abortion rights activists said they understood that the public views their movement as anti-woman and driven by conservative Christians.
These organizations are increasingly choosing to speak less about religion and more about human rights and science to combat the narrative that the anti-abortion movement is solely a Christian movement.
In the 1980s, Operation Rescue, which blockaded abortion clinics and had thousands of their activists arrested, brought an evangelical religious fervor to the anti-abortion movement.

The changing role of religion

While evangelicals remain a powerful voting bloc for Republicans, the percentage of Americans identifying as Christian has declined over the past 50 years from 90% to 63%.
At the same time, the percentage of Americans who identify as religiously unaffiliated has increased from 5% to 29%.
One activist I interviewed put it bluntly: “Why talk the Bible to people, many people, who say the Bible is a fairy tale?”

What anti-abortion organizations say

I analyzed how anti-abortion organizations use Facebook to promote their work.
At least on this social media platform, most anti-abortion organizations do not use religious language.
Some organizations use religious references in nearly all of their Facebook posts, while other groups make only passing references to religion.
More than 15% of the 193 anti-abortion organizations in my sample, however, make no religious references in their Facebook posts from June 2022 through September 2023.

Other findings

Approximately one-quarter of the 45 activists I interviewed, however, said their organizations are explicitly Christian.
When asked about the choice to frame anti-abortion arguments around faith, one advocate said, “We 100% present the faith and the theological argument of things.
For them, any loss of human life is tragic, whether it is from abortion, war or the death penalty.

Ohio’s vote

But Ohio is the first red state to vote on adding a right to abortion to the state’s constitution.
Ohio voters will be the ones to decide which way to move the issue forward.

Anne Whitesell does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.