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Philip Klinkner

Philip Klinkner

Chicago Tribune

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One election victory does not make a new era in American politics − here’s what history shows

According to The New York Times, “… a newly triumphant Republican president” is “once again in the headlines.” What will it take to break...

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Philip Klinkner

How Veepstakes Have Evolved Over Time

Vice presidential picks can’t help a presidential candidate, but they can hurt one, according to political scientists. Presidential campaigns still...

25.07.2024 10

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Veepstakes have evolved from where you live to who you are − which way will Harris turn to balance the ticket?

Vice presidential picks can’t help a presidential candidate, but they can hurt one, according to political scientists. Presidential campaigns still...

25.07.2024 2

The Conversation

Philip Klinkner

Sure, 2024 has had lots of news – but compared with 1940, 1968 or 1973, it’s nothing exceptional

History usually happens at a leisurely pace, with major events months or even years apart. But this year, it seems like someone has pushed...

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Philip Klinkner

Until 1968, presidential candidates were picked by party conventions – a process revived by Biden’s withdrawal from race

Now that Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the nominee, it will ultimately be up...

21.07.2024 5

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Philip Klinkner

Joe Biden commits to staying in the race – like Nixon, his biggest threat comes from within his own party

President Joe Biden is strongly reaffirming his commitment to stay in the presidential race – despite a growing number of calls from politicians and...

09.07.2024 10

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Philip Klinkner

Hopes that Biden will quit his reelection campaign ignore the differences – and lessons – of LBJ and 1968’s Democratic catastrophe

It’s just over six months until Election Day. The president faces a tough fight for reelection. His approval rating has cratered below 40% in the...

13.03.2024 10

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