Since President Joe Biden exited the presidential race on July 21, 2024, and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee, Harriss campaign has generated widespread enthusiasm and attention. She quickly became the official Democratic presidential nominee and erased Donald Trumps lead over Biden in national and swing-state polling.Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, have also drawn tens of thousands of supporters to their recent rallies in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona, and Nevada.Although things could change dramatically over the next two-plus months, there is a real possibility that the United States may finally elect its first female president.But in polling that we conducted in August 2024, after Harris became the presumptive Democratic nominee, we found that sexism is still a powerful force in American politics.Hope and change?Yes, the scars of the 2016 campaignin which sexism played a key role in Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clintons defeat by Trumpare still fresh for Democrats. But many hope that America has changed and has become more accepting of women in leadership roles.Harriss gender, this argument goes, wont be a significant deterrent for voters.On the surface, our recent nationally representative survey of 1,000 American adults supports this, with 51% of Americans agreeing with the statement: America is ready for its first African American female president. Only 23% of Americans disagreed.Even so, some Republicans appear to think they can win by making gender an issue in the campaign. This is apparent in the sexist rhetoric that Trump and other Republicans are using when talking about Harris.Trump, who has a history of making sexist statements, asserted that foreign leaders would regard Harris as a play toy, referred to her as unintelligent, and is now commenting on her appearance. Both the Associated Press and the New York Times have reportedbased on unnamed sourcesthat Trump has also called Harris a bitch in private, although Trumps spokesman denied he used that term.In a similar sexist vein, Trump allies have attempted to turn Harriss past romantic relationships into campaign issues, with one conservative commentator on Fox Business News crudely labeling Harris the original hawk tuah girl, an obscene sexual reference.Will such attempts to exploit sexism as an electoral strategy backfire? Or, after all these years, might it still be out of reach for a woman to overcome sexist stereotypes and win the highest office in the United States?Understanding the importance of sexismWe are political scientists who study the role of identity in American politics and who conduct polls that explore Americans views on gender and the extent to which sexism still pervades the nation.We conducted two national polls this yearone in January 2024 when Biden was still in the race, and the other in August 2024, after Harris became the presumptive Democratic nominee. For each poll, we surveyed 1,000 American adults 18 and older and asked about their thoughts on the election, their policy views, and their attitudes toward various groups in society.With the change at the top of the Democratic ticket, we can better assess the impact of sexism on vote choice in the presidential election by comparing the results from January, when the race featured two male candidates, with August, when Harris entered the race.In both surveys, we first asked respondents which candidate they would vote for if the presidential election were held today.To measure sexism, we then asked respondents whether they agreed or disagreed with a series of three statements that express prejudice, resentment, and animus toward women, or what political scientists call hostile sexism. The statements in the hostile sexism battery are: Women seek to gain power by getting control over men; Women are too easily offended; and Women exaggerate problems they have at work. Greater agreement with these statements indicated more sexist views.We also measured respondents demographicsincluding age, gender, race, education, and incometheir political attitudes and identities, and their racial views.Sexism mattered, even when Biden was in the raceDue in part to Trumps sexist rhetoric throughout his campaigns and presidency, sexist attitudes have become closely linked with whom individuals support for president. On average, more sexist individuals have tended to prefer Republican candidates in recent elections.Thus, even in our January poll when Biden was the Democratic nominee, sexism was strongly correlated with support for Trump. When we examined a head-to-head matchup between Biden and Trump, the more individuals agreed with the statements measuring hostile sexism, the more likely they were to prefer Trump over Biden.Of those who most strongly disagreed with the statements measuring hostile sexism, 73% supported Biden, while approximately two-thirds of those scoring highest on the sexism scale supported Trump.Taking into consideration other factors that influence support for Bidenpartisanship, ideology, racial attitudes, education, economic views, and so forthwe found that those with the least sexist views had an 83% chance of supporting Biden, while those with the most sexist views had a 17% chance of doing so.With Harris, sexism matters moreIf sexism depressed individuals support for Bidens candidacy, does that mean Harris faces no additional penalty in terms of lost support for her candidacy? Hardly.Hostile sexism, as we measured it, costs Harris votes.While sexism mattered in January, it mattered more in August once Harris had taken over the Democratic ticket.In a head-to-head matchup between Harris and Trump, 89% of those in the lowest third on the sexism scalemeaning those who disagreed most with the statements measuring hostile sexismsupport Harris compared with 11% for Trump. On the other hand, only 18% of those scoring highest on sexism support Harris, versus 82% for Trump.When we take into account other considerations that influence whether individuals prefer Harris or Trump, our findings are even more striking. The least sexist respondents have a 92% chance of saying they will vote for Harris. But the most sexist respondents have only a 4% chance of supporting her.What this means is that, while sexist attitudes influenced individuals presidential preferences when Biden was the Democratic presidential nominee, they have a greater effect now that Harris is the Democratic candidate.Without sexismSince Harris seems to be narrowly leading Trump in the polls, why should we care about the influence of hostile sexism in the election?To answer this question, imagine a world in which hostile sexism doesnt influence attitudes toward presidential candidates who are women. Our findings imply that, in such a world, Harriss lead over Trump might be larger. Put simply, hostile sexism is helping to make the election closer than it would otherwise be.Sexism has long played a powerful role in influencing Americans voting behavior and attitudes toward political issues. This is especially so today, given the high political importance of gender-related issues such as abortion, contraception, and LGBTQ+ rights.Our analysis shows that people with negative attitudes toward women are much less likely to support Harris for president. Whether the Harris campaign can successfully navigate this reality is still to be determined. Adam Eichen is a PhD student in political science at UMass Amherst.Jesse Rhodes is an associate professor of political science at UMass Amherst.Tatishe Nteta is a provost professor of political science and director of the UMass Amherst Poll at UMass Amherst. This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article.

Boldly patterned and colourful rugs characterise the living rooms of these apartments and houses around the world that we have collected for our most recent lookbook.From historic French apartments that have been filled with eccentric art to a New York Long Island house that was revamped in a neutral palette, these statement rugs complement and contrast the furniture under which they sit.The ten rugs found below directly reflect the colour shades around them with a colourful pattern, or, in the case of a black and white rug below found in a small California living space, contrast them completely.This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. For more inspiration see previous lookbooks featuring living rooms dominated by giant sofas, rooms divided by storage units and wooden kitchens.The photo is by Matthieu SalvaingVersailles townhouse, France, by RMGBRMGB refreshed this apartment across from the Chateau de Versailles, preserving the original parquet flooring and mouldings before outfitting the space with bespoke and vintage furniture, including a star-burst patterned rug in a living space."The idea was to integrate colours and materials in small touches, such as the pinkish-orange of the sofa or the blue shade of the rug," the studio said.Find out more about Versailles townhouse The photo is by Franois CoquerelParis apartment, France, by Hauvette & MadaniLocal design studioHauvette & Madani restored this Paris apartment to its former Haussmannian state, recreating intricate mouldings and cornices on largely white walls.The neutral backdrop offset the resident's considered and colourful selection of artwork and furniture, including an assortment of boldly patterned rugs throughout the space.Find out more about Paris apartment The photo is by Maira AcayabaKarine Vilas Boas Apartment, Brazil, by Studio Juliana CamargoIn this Brazil apartment for a fashion editor, a large, geometric living rug by Brazilian brand Punto e Filo takes centre stage.Its pink and green shapes are reflected in two bright green armchairs and a light pink sofa that sit on top.Find out more about Karine Vilas Boas ApartmentThe photo is by Joe FletcherGenesee Residence, USA, by Sol StudiosThis Spanish colonial revival-style house in Los Angeles received a colourful interior revamp by San Francisco-based Sol Studios in contrast to its white walls and original arched windows.In the living room, the studio layered a dark green floor pillow over a black rug, which offset a range of colours found in the boulders encased in a translucent coffee table.Find out more about Genesee Residence The photo is by Madeline TolleCumberland Hideaway, USA, by Nwankpa DesignA bold, black and white striped rug by fashion designer Ralph Lauren contrasts the light orange, blue and pinks of the surrounding furniture in this studio space in California.Designed by studio Nwankpa Design, the space was broken into blocks of colour to create variety within its small footprint.Find out more about Cumberland HideawayThe photo is by Fran ParenteFrederic Chopin Apartment, Brazil, by Tria ArquiteturaA number of area rugs complement the green, orange and white furniture found in the large living room of this renovated So Paulo apartment."In the living room there were three large main volumes that should be highlighted to bring texture and more cosiness," Tria Arquitetura said.Find out more about Frederic Chopin Apartment The photo is by Nicole FranzenAmagansett house, USA, by Athena CalderoneThe den of this Long Island home features a sconce by Calderone with Simone Bodmer-Turner, a 1960s French walnut table and a wooden block by Milo Baughman set atop a rug that New York designer Tali Roth created with Empire Collection Rugs.Owner Athena Calderone recently revamped the interiors of the mid-century house in a pale palette after purchasing it and renovating it ten years ago.Find out more about Amagansett house Courtyard House, USA, by No ArchitectureLocated inOregon's Willamette Valley wine country, this house was organised around a central "fully-glazed courtyard" planted with native trees.Patterned rugs of various sizes were placed throughout the home, the largest of which is a warm-toned area rug in a sitting area, which was paired with a navy blue couch and wooden coffee table.Find out more about Courtyard House The photo is by Prue RuscoeDream Weaver penthouse, Australia, by YSGQuirky fixtures and furnishings were added to this Sydney penthouse for an empty-nester couple, which was informed in part by Spanish tapas bars and the colour palette of surrealist artworks.As frequent entertainers, the living room received a number of unique pieces, including fluffy pink and patchwork armchairs which are offset by geometric rugs in similar hues.Find out more about Sydney penthouse Photo is by Adam ScottTsubo House, UK, by Fraher & FindlayA shaggy rug sits at the centre of the living home in this London home, surrounded by velvet furnishings and an assortment of planters and vintage pieces.The surrounding walls were stripped of decades-long paintwork, revealing original detailing around the ornate moulding, ceiling roses and skirting boards.Find out more about Tsubo House This is the latest in our lookbooks series, which provides visual inspiration from Dezeen's archive. For more inspiration see previous lookbooks featuring living rooms dominated by giant sofas, rooms divided by storage units and wooden kitchens.The post Ten bold statement rugs that liven up the living room appeared first on Dezeen.

It pains me to say but our quality of modern living may have improved visually over the past few years, but its come at a cost. The air we breathe, the food we eat, and the water we drink have all degraded in quality over the last decade and while improving your food intake is a conscious decision most people can make, you cant really change the air you breathe or the water that flows from your tap. You can, however, install air purifiers to cleanse your air and there are loads of water purifiers on the market that filter your water of toxins, but none of them do it with the grace and modernity of the Piurify Alchemy Automatic Water Filter Pitcher. Crafted from BPA-free acrylonitrile styrene, this transparent pitcher doesnt just look goodit actively cleanses your tap water using UF or ultrafiltration tech. Fill your pitcher up and place it on its purifier base and it gets to work. The base does the water purification, pulling water from the pitchers inner container and adding back purified water to the outer container, while the clear pitcher itself serves a practical purpose by allowing you to easily monitor the water level. This design choice is particularly beneficial for those who need to keep track of water consumption throughout a busy day, ensuring that clean, filtered water is always within reach.Designer: PiurifyClick Here to Buy Now: $71.99 $109.99 (Get $38 off using coupon code 20YANKO20). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!The Piurify Alchemy employs a robust multi-stage filtration system that goes beyond basic purification. Using Ultrafiltration (UF) combined with Carbon technology, this system is engineered to remove up to 99.9999% of harmful bacteria like E. coli, along with 99.9% of chlorine and other contaminants such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and lead. This thorough filtration process ensures that the water you drink is not only visibly clear but also free from a wide range of potential health hazards. Such a high level of filtration is rarely found in similar products, making it a strong contender in the market for those who value both safety and taste.How to use the pitcher.Replacing the filter is refreshingly simple, a notable improvement over more cumbersome models. The filter is conveniently located at the base of the pitcher, eliminating the need to insert your hand into the water reservoira feature that not only simplifies maintenance but also enhances hygiene. Additionally, the filter has an extended lifespan, capable of purifying up to 130 gallons of water over six months. This long-lasting performance reduces the need for frequent replacements, making the Piurify Alchemy both cost-effective and low-maintenance, ideal for those who prefer a set-it-and-forget-it approach to home water filtration.Easy to use.While most water filters can take tens of minutes to purify your water (often prompting impatient people to just go ahead and drink tap water instead), the Piurify Alchemy speeds things up for the sake of your health. It can filter a full pitcherabout 50 ounces or 1.5 litersin just two minutes. This rapid filtration is particularly useful for families or individuals who need clean water on demand, whether for quick meal preparation or staying hydrated throughout the day. Despite the speed, theres no compromise on the quality of filtration, ensuring that you can enjoy the convenience of fast, fresh water without sacrificing safety or taste.In addition to its performance, the Piurify Alchemy is a strong advocate for environmental sustainability. By reducing the need for single-use plastic bottles, it significantly lowers your households plastic waste, making it a more eco-friendly choice. The long-lasting filter also contributes to this sustainability by minimizing waste associated with frequent replacements. This focus on reducing environmental impact aligns with a growing consumer trend toward more sustainable living, making the PIURIFY ALCHEMY not just a smart choice for your health but also for the planet.Every aspect of the Piurify Alchemys design has been carefully considered to enhance the user experience. The ergonomic handle, for instance, is designed for comfort, allowing you to pour water easily even when the pitcher is full. Its compact size is another thoughtful feature, enabling it to fit neatly into most refrigerator doors without taking up unnecessary space. Moreover, the smart filter change alert eliminates the guesswork from maintenance, letting you know exactly when its time to replace the filter to ensure continued optimal performance. The pitcher also boasts a durable battery that lasts up to 30 days on a single charge, providing uninterrupted filtration and adding to the overall convenience of the product.Click Here to Buy Now: $71.99 $109.99 (Get $38 off using coupon code 20YANKO20). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!The post Piruifys Transparent Water Carafe can filter your drinking water to 99.9999% purity first appeared on Yanko Design.

So starts an argument as old as PC games.Since 2010, Japan has embraced the PC. Developers talk about the challenges they overcame to make it happen.

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Video games have a rich and intriguing history in Japan, with many of the best games from the first four console generations hailing from Japanese studios such as Nintendo, Sega, and Capcom. Those studios and others from the early days of the industry still create some of the biggest games today, which is a testament to the sturdy foundation built by the visionaries who put their game studios on the map. If you're a big fan of Japanese games and are interested in learning more about your favorite studios and retro games, two notable books will receive fresh reprints on September 3. Japansoft: An Oral History and A Guide to Japanese Role-Playing Games have been out of print (and pricey) for a while, but now's your chance to add these insightful and beautiful books to your personal library. A Guide to Japanese Role-Playing Games is just one of numerous books from Bitmap Books that will be reissued on September 3.Let's take a look at both books as well as the other upcoming reprints that should be on your radar. Japansoft: An Oral History (Paperback) $40 Published by Thames & Hudson, Japansoft: An Oral History is a 348-page book filled with insights from developers who worked at emerging studios in the early days of the Japanese video game industry. Developers from Sega, Enix, Capcom, Nihon Falcom, and Hudson Soft are featured in this insightful oral history. Written by Alex Wiltshire, Japansoft was originally published in 2022 but has been out of print for a while.A good chunk of the content first appeared in John Szczepaniak's The Untold History of Japanese Game Developers, a truly massive book (well, books) that is worth checking out if you want an even wider look at the beginnings of the game industry in Japan. But even if you're familiar with Szczepaniak's books, Japansoft does have new reporting based on interviews Wiltshire conducted, including conversations with Nasir Gebelli (Final Fantasy, Red Racer), Manami Matsumae (Rockman, otherwise known as Mega Man), Harumi Fujita (Bionic Commando), Tomohiro Nishikado (Space Invaders), and Noritaka Funamizu (1943, Area 88).Along with these exclusive interviews, the book takes an overarching look at the history of game development in Japan and features illustrations from popular artist Yu Nagaba. You'll also find a variety of photographs, ads, and other visuals scattered throughout. All told, there are 89 illustrations--30 of which are in full color.If you're interested in preordering Japansoft ahead of its September 3 release, you should definitely check out Szczepaniak's book. When we referred to it as "massive," we weren't exaggerating. Clocking in at 1,346 pages across three volumes, this deep dive could keep you busy longer than a JRPG.All three volumes are in stock at Amazon for list price ($30 each) and are sold and shipped directly from Amazon. The ebook versions are significantly cheaper, and Kindle Unlimited subscribers can actually read all three without spending another dime. Note that the page count expands drastically in ebook format due to design differences.The Untold History of Japanese Game Developers (Paperback)Volume I (526 pages) -- $30Volume 2 (396 pages) -- $30Volume 3 (424 pages) -- $30The Untold History of Japanese Game Developers (Kindle)Volume I -- $8Volume 2 -- $7Volume 3 -- $7 Preorder at Amazon A Guide to Japanese Role-Playing Games (Hardcover) $45 Originally released in 2021, this gorgeous hardcover volume from revered indie publisher Bitmap Books takes an in-depth look at over 600 titles, with everything from Final Fantasy and Fire Emblem to Persona and Etrian Odyssey covered across its 652 pages, so there's a good chance you'll find a bunch of your favorite Japanese games here.Aside from covering the history of Japanese role-playing games, the book itself is a work of art. Designed by Bitmap Books, every page is painstakingly crafted for maximum visual appeal. Like most books published by Bitmap, A Guide to Japanese Role-Playing Games is very much a "face outward" on your shelf caliber book. As an added little flourish, you can save your spot with the attached ribbon bookmark.The book's initial run sold out fast, so the new printing could have the same fate. It's been available to preorder for a few months alongside a handful of other Bitmap reprints slated to release the same day, but after Amazon fulfills preorders, it's not uncommon for books (and Blu-rays) to disappear on launch day.Related to that possibility: Based on number of reviews, A Guide to Japanese Role-Playing Games remains the most popular book from Bitmap's catalog at Amazon. Preorder at Amazon More Bitmap Book Preorders As mentioned, Bitmap Books is reprinting several other volumes from its back catalog on September 3. The list includes a history of horror games, a book highlighting the artists who design cover art, and a comprehensive deep dive into side-scrolling beat-'em-ups.From Ants to Zombies: Six Decades of Video Game Horror (Hardcover) -- $42Go Straight: The Ultimate Guide to Side-Scrolling Beat 'Em Ups (Hardcover) -- $45The Art of the Box (Hardcover) -- $45The King of Fighters: The Ultimate History (Hardcover) -- $45PC Engine: The Box Art Collection (Hardcover) -- $40 See all Bitmap Books Bitmap Books Available Now The upcoming reprints don't tell the full story of Bitmap Books--far from it. For the past decade, the publisher has steadily created a diverse library of beautiful books for retro gaming enthusiasts. From NES and Super Nintendo Visual Compendiums to gorgeous books on Game Boy box art and SNES pixel art, here's a look at books that are currently in stock at Amazon for at or around list price.Super NES/Super Famicom: A Visual Compendium (Hardcover) -- $63The SNES Pixel Book (Hardcover) -- $57NES/Famicom: A Visual Compendium (Hardcover) -- $58N64: A Visual Compendium (Hardcover) -- $53Game Boy: The Box Art Collection (Hardcover) -- $60The Games That Weren't -- $63The Secret History of Mac Gaming: Expanded Edition (Hardcover) -- $53NEOGEO: A Visual History -- $54Commodore 64: A Visual Compendium (Hardcover) -- $45Commodore Amiga: A Visual Compendium (Hardcover) -- $47Artcade: Book of Classic Arcade Game Art (Hardcover) -- $65Metal Slug: The Ultimate History (Hardcover) -- $73The War of the Worlds Illustrated (Hardcover) -- $40 | Yes, the H.G. 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A team of dedicated Minecraft fans online have spent the last 10 years creating a fictional nation in Mojangs sandbox title. Every detail of this Minecraft nation seems to have been planned out, in one of the most ambitious fan projects to date.

Terry Brooks' Shannara high fantasy series began in 1997 with The Sword of Shannara. Dozens of novels and 40-plus years later, it concluded with The Last Druid in 2020. If you've never tried Brooks' classic series, now's a great time to dive in. Humble Bundle's Shannara series deal includes up to 20 books for only $18. It doesn't come with every book in the series, but less than one dollar per book is quite the bargain. See at Humble Bundle If you prefer physical books, you can get a hardcover edition of The Sword of Shannara Trilogy for $22 (was $40) at Amazon. This hardcover edition was released back in 2002 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the series--it's rather cool to see it still in print today. Keep in mind the original trilogy is also available in digital format for only $1 at Humble.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Once Human features a variety of dangerous Rift Entities that players will encounter, each with varying levels of difficulty. After defeating enemies like the Ravenous Hunter and the Shadow Hound, players can focus on the next Monolith, which houses The Forsaken Giant.