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Agona Chiefs praise Bawumias policies and vision for Ghanas progress

GraphicOnline Politics Nov – 06 – 2024 , 23:43 The Acting President of the Agona Traditional Council, Nana Gyapa Ameyaw, has lauded Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for his policies and commitment to advancing Ghana.  Speaking on behalf of the Council as he welcomed Dr. Bawumia to Agona in the Afigya Sekyere East Constituency on Wednesday, Nana Gyapa Ameyaw, who is also the Chief of Bepoa, expressed confidence in Dr. Bawumia’s vision for national development. During the address, Nana Gyapa Ameyaw noted Dr. Bawumia’s focus on development, saying, “As you have all seen, throughout his address, he only focused on issues of development and how he wants to move Ghana forward. He barely told us to vote for him. His main focus and concerns

Democrats sift through ‘unmitigated disaster’ after Trump victory: ANALYSIS

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at Howard University in Washington, Nov. 6, 2024.  Kevin Lamarque/Reuters

In the end, most voters did want to go back. Vice President Kamala Harris and Democrats pounded away at a message of turning the page on former President Donald Trump and his brand of politics, promoting former aides who questioned his commitment to democracy and producing their own plans to combat things like price gouging and high home costs. Wednesday morning, though, they were reckoning with a stunning sweep by Trump, who as the now-president-elect, appeared set for a swing-state sweep and left Democrats wondering how it all went so wrong. “Complete, unmitigated disaster,” Democratic strategist Chris Kofinis said when asked about the results. “That was a wholesale repudiation of the Democratic message, the Democratic strategy, Harris’ candidacy. There is no way to sugarcoat what an abject disaster this was.”

How Trump Pulled Off an Incredible Comeback

This is surely the most dramatic comeback in United States (US) political history. Four years after leaving the White House, Donald Trump is set to move back in, after millions of Americans voted to give him a second chance. The election campaign was one for the history books: He survived two assassination attempts and his original opponent, president Joe Biden, dropped out just months before election day. Although final votes are still being counted, the majority of Americans in key battleground states chose to vote for him, with many citing the economy and immigration as chief concerns. His triumph comes after a spectacular fall. He refused to accept the results of the 2020 election, which he lost to Biden, and his role in trying to overturn the election results to

Kamala Harris concedes election but vows to fight on

Vice President Kamala Harris delivers her concession speech on the campus of Howard University in Washington [J. Scott Applewhite/AP Photo]

Vice President Kamala Harris delivers her concession speech on the campus of Howard University in Washington [J. Scott Applewhite/AP Photo] US Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a televised concession speech to the nation after a whirlwind campaign that failed to stop Republican Donald Trump’s return to the White House. “While I concede this election, I do not concede the fight that fuelled this campaign,” she told supporters on Wednesday at her alma mater, Howard University, a historically Black college. Harris pledged to continue fighting for women’s rights and against gun violence and to “fight for the dignity that all people deserve”. She said she had called President-elect Trump, congratulated him on his triumph and promised to engage in a peaceful transfer of power. Harris addressed a crowd that included former

Oshakati re-elects Hango as mayor

Maria David THE Oshakati Town Council on Tuesday re-elected Leonard Hango as the town’s mayor for the fourth time, while Councillor Puyeipawa Elifas retained her position as deputy mayor. Hofeni Mutota, Maria Mutumbulwa, and Ruusa Frans also remain members of the management committee, while Councillors Jerobeam Ndaamohamba and Pinehas Aluvilu continue as ordinary councillors. Oshakati Magistrate Mozay Jansen presided over the election. In his acceptance speech, Hango said his re-election represents not just a continuation but a reaffirmation of their collective vision for Oshakati, a vision grounded in growth, unity, and service. According to Hango, the council has achieved significant milestones this year alone, each reflecting their shared commitment to a better Oshakati. “Council has embarked on an ambitious infrastructure development plan, improving our road networks and infrastructure development in

States decide on key changes on immigration, election laws in ballot measures

Many states brought their issues directly to the voter. November 6, 2024, 2:28 PM Tuesday’s election saw significant laws and regulations passed on the state level through various ballot measures. Election workers review ballots at the Denver Elections Division in Denver on Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. Chet Strange/AP Here are some of the major initiatives from this year’s election. Immigration, voting rights It is already against the law for those in the country illegally to register to vote and cast a ballot in federal and state elections. However, some states proposed ballot measures that would make it illegal for undocumented immigrants to vote on the state or local level. Idaho, Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Wisconsin voters all passed measures enacting such a ban. People

Judiciary, executive colluding to weaken Parliament – Speaker Bagbin

Featured Dickson Worlanyo Dotse Nov – 06 – 2024 , 16:21 The Speaker of Parliament, Alban S.K. Bagbin has described the current stand off in Parliament, and the matters before the Supreme Court as a collective attempt by the Judiciary and the executive to weaken the legislative arm of government.  Speaking at a press conference in Accra Wednesday afternoon [Nov 6, 2024], to address the state of affairs of Ghana’s parliament, Mr Bagbin said Parliament was a repository of the sovereign will of the people. As such, any act by anybody into its affairs was an interference and therefore posed a direct challenge to the essence, jurisdiction, authorities, powers and functions to the workings of Parliament.  “The current brouhaha may be likened to a power play between the arms of

We reached out to Badenoch without any response – Dabiri-Erewa

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, says her office has made efforts to reach out to the newly elected leader of UK’s Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch without any response. On Saturday, the Conservatives elected Badenoch as its new leader, replacing Rishi Sunak, following the July general election. Badenoch emerged top […] The post We reached out to Badenoch without any response – Dabiri-Erewa appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News.

US election 2024 results: How Black voters shifted towards Trump

When Kamala Harris was confirmed as the Democratic candidate for the United States presidential election in August, she had hoped to become the first woman, first Indian American and the second African American to make it to the White House. Harris was expected to reverse a troubling trend for Democrats and win back Black voters, who had been drifting away from the party. Since then, her campaign has targeted Black voters in battleground states, often with the support of the country’s first Black president, Barack Obama. Yet as results in Tuesday’s election trickled in, a stunning fact emerged: It is Trump, not Harris, who gained support among Black voters compared with the 2020 election, as the former president won the White House. So how much support did Trump secure from Black

How New Yorks swing districts voted in congressional races and what that means for the Jews

Swing districts in NY favor pro-Israel candidates as Lawler, Ryan win races. By LUKE TRESS/JTA NOVEMBER 6, 2024 18:43 Rep. Mike Lawler, a New York Republican speaks during a press conference outside of Columbia University on April 22, 2024 in New York City. ) (photo credit: David Dee Delgado/Getty Images) (New York Jewish Week) — Republican Rep. Mike Lawler retained his seat in New York’s 17th Congressional District in a race that saw both candidates vie for the area’s large Jewish vote and spar over support for Israel. The race was one of several swing districts in New York State that could sway control of the House. Lawler defeated Democratic challenger Mondaire Jones in the district, which covers territory north of New York City in Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess and Westchester

President Ruto Congratulates Trump on Election Victory, Pledges Enhanced Kenya-U.S. Relations

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov. 6 – President William Ruto has congratulated Donald Trump following his victory in the U.S. presidential election, in which he defeated Democratic contender Kamala Harris. Trump’s win marks a historic political comeback as he returns to the White House after a four-year absence, making him the first president in over 130 years to serve non-consecutive terms. “Your victory is a testament to the firm resolve of the American people to repose confidence in your visionary, bold, and innovative leadership,” Ruto said in a statement, terming it as a testament of the American public’s trust in his leadership. Trump’s decisive win over Harris, who had been seeking to become the first female president, highlights a highly competitive election season that culminated in the Republican’s return to power. President

Govt committed to supporting public sector lawyers President

 The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has called on public sector lawyers to continue with the pursuit of ethical prac­tice and shared dedication in order to establish a legacy of legal excellence. He said this was the only way by which they could strengthen the foundations of public service. • President Akufo-Addo interacting with Helen Ziwu (left). With them is Mr Godfred Dame “Ladies and gentlemen, members of the bar, as public sector lawyers, the path we walk is one that demands courage, com­mitment, integrity, and a ceaseless pursuit of excellence. The government is committed to sup­porting your development, ensuring that our legal teams are well prepared to face the challenges of our time,” he empha­sised. President Akufo-Addo made the call at the opening of the maiden Public Sector Lawyers’

Harris Will Not Speak To Supporters Until Tomorrow Campaign Office

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris joins US television producer Oprah Winfrey at a ‘Unite for America’ live streaming rally in Farmington Hills, Michigan, on September 19, 2024. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP) Kamala Harris will not address her supporters on election night, her campaign said Wednesday, after Donald Trump pushed closer to victory in the tense US presidential vote. “You won’t hear from the vice president tonight but you will hear from her tomorrow,” Cedric Richmond, Harris campaign co-chair, told a watch party at Howard University in Washington. Donald Trump won the US presidential election, media said Wednesday, defeating Kamala Harris in a stunning political comeback that will send shock waves across the world. RELATED: Trump Wins US Election In Stunning Comeback The polarizing Republican’s

Trump Seals Historic Victory, Back to White House as 47th President

Nov 6 – Donald Trump has sealed one of the most extraordinary comebacks in U.S. political history, winning the 2024 presidential election to become the 47th President of the United States. Trump’s victory marks the first time in over 130 years that a former president has returned to the White House for a nonconsecutive second term. Trump, who comfortably defeated Democrat Kamala Harris, celebrated his triumph in West Palm Beach on Wednesday morning. “This will truly be the golden age of America—that’s what we have to have,” he declared to jubilant supporters. “This is a magnificent victory for the American people that will allow us to make America great again.” Trump’s victory was further amplified by his party’s projected win of the Senate, a result that strengthens his mandate going