Right narrative

This is disappointing, and radical. Many companies will now be compelled to pay for abortions, which should be private and personally-funded procedures. Taxpayers will also be forced to contribute to something they may fundamentally disagree with. Besides, the new law will only lead to more risk for women, as it's now legal for non-physicians to perform abortions.

Left narrative

Counter to what Republicans are saying, this new measure is not radical. It's purpose is simply to support more practitioners who can provide these procedures. It will ensure that patients don't face long waits or financial barriers, guaranteeing fair access to health care.

Democratic narrative

Trump's reasons for endorsing Oz are all terrible, but it's not surprising to see these two grifting television stars joining forces. The fact that Trump has alienated his base by supporting Oz is even better for the Democrats.

Pro-Trump narrative

Never underestimate Trump! He's proven time and again that he knows winners. Even if Dr. Oz isn't a "dyed-in-the-wool conservative," he can win a general election and Republicans need to do anything to take the Senate.

Conservative narrative

This is not a very wise endorsement by Trump. The only explanation is that he's been misled - otherwise he'd never endorse someone who has flip flopped on being pro-life, has promoted a transgendered lifestyle for children, and held several other positions contrary to conservative values.

Establishment-critical narrative

It's hypocritical for the West to so widely denounce Russia for unverified claims of using white phosphorous as a chemical weapon, when no one wants to even investigate, let alone condemn, its documented recent use by Turkey against Kurds and Israel against Palestinians.

Anti-Russia narrative

This invasion is an egregious violation of international law. Putin's ultimate aim is to restore the Soviet empire, even if it takes massive bloodshed and false pretexts such as calling the 2014 Ukrainian revolution after a fraudulent election a "coup". This unprovoked attack is the latest chapter in Putin's Orwellian attempt to rewrite history.

Pro-Russia narrative

NATO and the US have ignored Russia's security concerns by breaking its promise not to expand eastward in return for German reunification. These concerns are legitimate and taking them seriously would have avoided the Ukraine tragedy.

Nerd narrative

According to the Metaculus prediction community, if a bilateral cease-fire agreement is reached between Russia and Ukraine this year, it won't take effect until the end of June.

Democratic narrative

The process of democracy has been restored. The lower court ruling was misguided and almost gave an unfair gift to the Republicans. Iowans clearly want Finkenauer on the ballot, and their voices should be heard.

Republican narrative

A year ago, Finkenauer would have remained off the ballot without question. This ruling just shows that the previously held guidelines have been thrown by the wayside. The Republicans followed the rules; why should there be exceptions for the Democrats?

Democratic narrative

Walker has lied repeatedly and extensively about his credentials, and has been credibly accused of domestic violence. He is an utterly unfit candidate, who is unable to even fake competency. It's unsurprising that his campaign team has worked hard to keep him out of the public eye.

Republican narrative

With a comfortable lead in the polls, why should Walker give his Republican opponents a chance to attack him and provide ammunition for the Democrats in the general election? Plus, there's no way Walker would get a fair shake from mainstream media moderators.

Democratic narrative

You don't need to be an ethics expert to see what's going on here; this is either payback for Trump-era policy favors, an early buying of influence for a future Trump presidency, or both.

Republican narrative

This is an attempt to distract from the Hunter Biden scandal; there's no proof of wrongdoing with this Saudi-Kushner deal, unlike what's already known and what's about to come out about Hunter and Joe Biden's nefarious actions.

Cynical narrative

Whichever way you slice it, Kushner's deal is suspicious. This isn't a pro-Trump or anti-Trump question, this is a matter of corruption and brazen misuse of power right at the heart of American politics. The investigation needs to remain unbiased to any one party.

Right narrative

James is the very definition of a terrorist. All too often the right gets labeled for acts of "domestic terrorism," but this phenomenon exists on the left too. Arson on federal buildings, courthouses, and general lawlessness are hallmarks of terrorism from the radical left, and James fits the textbook definition in this horrific tragedy.

Left narrative

The proliferation of guns is a root cause of these incidents. Research has proven that where there are more guns, there's more gun violence. Gun control laws work and, if anything, NYC and similar cities need to further tighten up their restrictions.

Cynical narrative

In incidents like the NYC subway shooting, both the right and left talk extensively about how to prevent these tragedies. But sadly their words don't translate into actions that actually curb the violence.