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UK Political Literacy
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Our Mission

At The Daisy Chain, we believe that conversations can heal divides. In a time when politics feels like shouting across a canyon, we are here to create links, small but strong, between perspectives.

Our world feels more divided than ever. Social media silos, partisan news, and political one-upmanship have left people talking past each other. But it does not have to be this way.

The Daisy Chain is a space for connection. We share ideas across the political spectrum, not to win arguments, but to spark understanding. Using insights from psychology and communication, we frame issues in ways that resonate with different values. The goal is simple: to make it easier for people to listen, even when they disagree.

Because change does not come from shouting louder. It comes from building a chain of empathy, link by link.

US Politics

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Mamdani: A Progressive Muslim Role Model
Mamdani: A Progressive Muslim Role Model

This think piece argues that “progressive” and “Muslim” are far from contradictory identities. On the contrary, Zohran Mamdani’s public service shows that core Islamic ethics of justice, compassion, human dignity, consultation (shura), and knowledge (‘ilm) naturally align with 21st-century progressive values.

The U.S. Political Calendar: Understanding the Presidential Election Cycle
The U.S. Political Calendar: Understanding the Presidential Election Cycle

Explore the U.S. political calendar and learn how presidential elections unfold from inauguration to Election Day. This nonpartisan guide explains the four-year cycle, from primaries to conventions and beyond.

What Are the Off-Year U.S. Elections?
What Are the Off-Year U.S. Elections?

Learn what off-year U.S. elections are, why they matter, and how the 2025 results shaped national politics. This beginner’s guide explains which offices are on the ballot, how turnout works, and why local races can influence America’s political future.

Understanding Gerrymandering
Understanding Gerrymandering

Explore what gerrymandering is, how it impacts U.S. elections, and why redistricting reforms are crucial for fair representation in this clear and informative guide.

Understanding the U.S. Midterm Elections: A Beginners Guide
Understanding the U.S. Midterm Elections: A Beginners Guide

The 2026 U.S. midterm elections will decide control of Congress and key state offices midway through the presidential term. This guide explains how midterms work, what’s at stake, and how 2025 developments like redistricting, new Senate races, and voter sentiment are shaping the next national vote.

Understanding the Filibuster: A Nonpartisan Guide
Understanding the Filibuster: A Nonpartisan Guide

A clear, nonpartisan guide to the U.S. Senate filibuster—explaining what it is, how it works, its history, and why it plays such a crucial role in shaping American lawmaking and democracy.

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UK Politics

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A Guide to the House of Commons and Its Benches
A Guide to the House of Commons and Its Benches

Discover how the House of Commons works. Learn about its chamber, benches, and backbenchers, and why this lively arena defines UK democracy.

Understanding the Prime Minister in UK Politics
Understanding the Prime Minister in UK Politics

Explore the role, powers, and history of the UK Prime Minister — how Britain’s head of government leads, governs, and shapes national and global policy.

Understanding the Chancellor of the Exchequer in UK Politics
Understanding the Chancellor of the Exchequer in UK Politics

Learn what the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer does — their duties, powers, and importance in managing the nation’s economy and public finances.

Understanding the Deputy Prime Minister in UK Politics
Understanding the Deputy Prime Minister in UK Politics

Discover the role, powers, and history of the UK Deputy Prime Minister — how the position functions and fits into Britain’s political system.

Top 10 Political Terms to Understand in UK Politics
Top 10 Political Terms to Understand in UK Politics

Discover the top 10 political terms to understand in UK politics. A simple guide for beginners covering Parliament, MPs, the Prime Minister, elections, and more.

What is the Budget in UK Politics
What is the Budget in UK Politics

Learn what the UK Budget is, how it works, and why it matters. A clear guide to tax, spending, and the political drama shaping Britain’s economy

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An Orwellian Turn: Why the UK’s Anti-Boycott Bill Threatens Democracy and Free Expression
An Orwellian Turn: Why the UK’s Anti-Boycott Bill Threatens Democracy and Free Expression

Learn how the UK anti-boycott bill—formally the Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill—could restrict free speech, ethical boycotts, and human-rights advocacy across councils and universities in Britain.

From Boycott to Buycott: How Consumers Can Support Justice and Palestinian Resilience
From Boycott to Buycott: How Consumers Can Support Justice and Palestinian Resilience

A strategic guide to ethical consumer activism in the US and UK — exploring how boycotts and buycotts can challenge corporate complicity and strengthen Palestinian economic resilience through informed, values-driven choices.

Debate Bros: How “Mic Drop” Culture Poisons Political Discourse
Debate Bros: How “Mic Drop” Culture Poisons Political Discourse

Political debates are now toxic bloodsport. Read our critique of the "mic drop" culture destroying civil discourse. Discover how social media and "Debate Bro" theatrics prioritize clicks and outrage over meaningful conversation.

A Path to Peace – Reframing the Israeli–Palestinian Conflict
A Path to Peace – Reframing the Israeli–Palestinian Conflict

A thoughtful exploration of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict that reframes division through empathy, accountability, and shared humanity; proposing a holistic path toward lasting peace.

Consolidating Power? Predicting Trump’s Next Phase of Governance
Consolidating Power? Predicting Trump’s Next Phase of Governance

An in-depth analysis of Donald Trump’s second term and the emerging pattern of executive consolidation—from civil-service changes and National Guard deployments to the Venezuela crisis and its impact on U.S. democracy.

Is Trump Going to War with Venezuela?
Is Trump Going to War with Venezuela?

A critical political analysis of President Trump’s 2025 military buildup around Venezuela. Examines how his actions, rhetoric, and disregard for law mirror authoritarian power grabs, raising fears of an illegal U.S. war in Latin America.

The Gaming-Industrial Complex: Analysis of Video Game Companies Supporting Israeli Military Operations
The Gaming-Industrial Complex: Analysis of Video Game Companies Supporting Israeli Military Operations

An in-depth analysis of how major video game companies—Microsoft, Unity, NVIDIA, and others—support the Israeli military through cloud infrastructure, dual-use simulation tech, and financial channels, highlighting the gaming industry’s role in the modern military-industrial complex.

Why the U.S. Military Dropping Climate Change From Its Threat Assessment is a Danger to Both Sides
Why the U.S. Military Dropping Climate Change From Its Threat Assessment is a Danger to Both Sides

Climate change was dropped from America’s 2025 threat assessment for the first time in a decade. Here’s why ignoring climate risks endangers conservatives and progressives alike.

Marriage Equality, Religious Liberty, and the Future of Shared Rights
Marriage Equality, Religious Liberty, and the Future of Shared Rights

As the Supreme Court considers Kim Davis’ challenge to Obergefell, America faces a test of conscience and equality. Explore how we can protect marriage rights while respecting religious liberty, and why shared values must guide us forward.