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Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Here are three ways we can turn anti-Trump solidarity into political power | Robert Reich

Solidarity against Trump's policies can be transformed into political power through targeted activism and voter mobilization.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.
SF politics
from24/7 Wall St.
8 hours ago

This Trump Administration Move May Cause Lasting Damage to Social Security

The Trump Administration's staffing cuts at the Social Security Administration may lead to long-lasting damage to the Social Security benefits program.
#government-shutdown
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago
US politics

NBC's Welker Pushes Back On House Republican Blaming Dems for DHS Shutdown: Republicans Are In Charge Of All Three Branches'

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US politics

Republican Lawmaker Claims Senate Democratic Base Is Made Up Of Extreme' Anarchists, Marxists, and Socialists

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago

NBC's Welker Pushes Back On House Republican Blaming Dems for DHS Shutdown: Republicans Are In Charge Of All Three Branches'

The government shutdown is attributed to partisan disagreements, with both parties blaming each other for the lack of funding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Republican Lawmaker Claims Senate Democratic Base Is Made Up Of Extreme' Anarchists, Marxists, and Socialists

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer claims the Senate Democratic base consists of extreme anarchists, marxists, and socialists.
California
fromIntelligencer
10 hours ago

How Democrats Can Avoid Disaster in the California Governor's Race

The California gubernatorial race shows a potential for two Republicans to face off, posing a significant threat to Democrats.
#california
fromKqed
1 day ago
US Elections

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

Media industry
fromLos Angeles Times
10 hours ago

Commentary: For more than 30 years - day in, day out - he's chronicled California. One paragraph at a time

Rough & Tumble, founded by Jack Kavanagh, is California's longest-running unbiased news aggregator, focusing on trust and simplicity.
US Elections
fromKqed
1 day ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Californians say democracy is in peril, state should enact voting rights protections, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters believe democracy is under attack, with strong support for a state Voting Rights Act following recent Supreme Court decisions.
US Elections
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

A messy California governor's race raises Democratic fears of potential loss

Democrats in California face unprecedented uncertainty in the gubernatorial race, risking their long-held control amid voter dissatisfaction.
#midterm-elections
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Voters Who Dislike Both Parties Are Turning Against Trump

Republicans may struggle in the 2026 midterms due to strong Democratic leanings among voters who dislike both major parties.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Nancy Pelosi Claims GOP May Hack Voting Machines in Midterms

Nancy Pelosi warns of potential election interference and emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the electoral process ahead of the midterms.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

DEAD HEAT: Stunning New Poll Shows GOP Drawing Even With Dems Ahead of Midterms

Republicans and Democrats are tied at 50% each in congressional voting preferences, representing a significant GOP gain from 54%-46% Democratic lead the previous month.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Voters Who Dislike Both Parties Are Turning Against Trump

Republicans may struggle in the 2026 midterms due to strong Democratic leanings among voters who dislike both major parties.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Nancy Pelosi Claims GOP May Hack Voting Machines in Midterms

Nancy Pelosi warns of potential election interference and emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the electoral process ahead of the midterms.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

DEAD HEAT: Stunning New Poll Shows GOP Drawing Even With Dems Ahead of Midterms

Republicans and Democrats are tied at 50% each in congressional voting preferences, representing a significant GOP gain from 54%-46% Democratic lead the previous month.
#wealth-tax
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Billionaire fortunes have reached all-time highs under Trump. So has the movement to tax them

A proposed 5% wealth tax on California's billionaires aims to fund public services and education, reflecting growing support for taxing the wealthy.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Billionaire fortunes have reached all-time highs under Trump. So has the movement to tax them

A proposed 5% wealth tax on California's billionaires aims to fund public services and education, reflecting growing support for taxing the wealthy.
fromPOLITICO
2 days ago

Trump asks Congress to supersize military budget, slash domestic programs

The White House is seeking a 10 percent cut to nondefense spending, proposing a reduction of $73 billion from federal programs outside the military, targeting environmental initiatives.
Washington DC
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
NYC politics
fromThe Center Square
4 days ago

New York Democrats block Blakeman's access to public funds

New York Democrats denied Bruce Blakeman access to public financing, potentially undermining his gubernatorial campaign against Kathy Hochul.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Democratic governor says "Hell no" to five anti-trans bills on Transgender Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Tony Evers vetoed five anti-LGBTQ+ bills in Wisconsin, reaffirming his commitment to protect LGBTQ+ rights.
Toronto startup
fromFortune
4 days ago

Elon Musk's coterie of companies are getting more and more pushback from Democrats | Fortune

Elon Musk's companies face increasing pushback in Baltimore, including a lawsuit over AI risks and a withdrawal from a tunnel project proposal.
from48 hills
4 days ago

Sup. Jackie Fielder hasn't resigned-and doesn't need to - 48 hills

One out of five adults in this country experience some type of mental health symptoms every year. Fielder's situation reflects a common struggle that deserves understanding and respect.
Mission District
#birthright-citizenship
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Babies are an afterthought in the birthright citizenship case, advocates say

Birthright citizenship impacts every baby born in America, providing them with immediate access to essential support and services.
Right-wing politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: Birthright citizenship secured my family's American dream. No wonder Trump hates it

Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship is under Supreme Court review, despite strong public support for the policy.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Babies are an afterthought in the birthright citizenship case, advocates say

Birthright citizenship impacts every baby born in America, providing them with immediate access to essential support and services.
Right-wing politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: Birthright citizenship secured my family's American dream. No wonder Trump hates it

Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship is under Supreme Court review, despite strong public support for the policy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Avi Lewis, elected to lead Canada's New Democratic party, promises NDP comeback'

Lewis emphasized the need to properly tax corporations and billionaires, stating, 'It is time, far past time, to properly tax the corporations and billionaires that have been riding a tidal wave of profits while the 99% have been suffering and struggling.'
Canada news
#congress
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Congress appears ineffective as responsibilities shift to the courts and executive branch amid ongoing government shutdown.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Chris Jansing Confronts Jasmine Crockett with Bad Dem Poll

Congressional approval ratings are low, with both parties facing disapproval as incumbents risk losing their positions in upcoming elections.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Congress appears ineffective as responsibilities shift to the courts and executive branch amid ongoing government shutdown.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Chris Jansing Confronts Jasmine Crockett with Bad Dem Poll

Congressional approval ratings are low, with both parties facing disapproval as incumbents risk losing their positions in upcoming elections.
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

A Mamdani Strategist's Advice for Democrats in the 2026 Midterms

Embracing outsider candidates and addressing economic issues is crucial for the Democratic Party to achieve a historic majority in the 2026 midterms.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
16 hours ago

Juan Verde: The next president of the United States will be a Democrat and an unknown'

Juan Verde's journey reflects the importance of immigration and the challenges posed by rising populism and far-right movements in the U.S. and Europe.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

AOC vows to block future US military aid to Israel, its Iron Dome and defense

Ocasio-Cortez will oppose all future US military aid to Israel, asserting the country can fund its own defense systems.
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Heavy social media users believe in their influence. Democracy, not as much.

"A certain kind of person is opting into spending a lot of time on social media, and they may be people who are more disaffected to start with."
US news
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
4 days ago

Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn is losing her grip on the Brooklyn Dems

Bichotte Hermelyn's leadership faces significant challenges amid federal investigations and internal party dissent, jeopardizing her reelection prospects.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Dozens of LGBTQ+ candidates just got a major boost for 2026

The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund endorsed 35 candidates to strengthen LGBTQ+ political representation amid rising challenges in the 2026 election cycle.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Two dozen Democrat-led states sue Trump over mail-in ballot limits

Rights groups are challenging Trump's executive order limiting mail-in ballots, claiming it undermines voting access before the midterm elections.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
1 day ago

New Poll Spells Doom for the GOP With Key 'Double Hater' Voters

Joe Rogan and Theo Von express confusion over U.S. military actions, highlighting a disconnect in political understanding among the public.
#democratic-party
SF politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

Democrats in disarray as rank and file clash with Chuck Schumer's plan to run elderly moderates in must-win races | Fortune

Democrats are divided over strategy, with some supporting establishment candidates while others back insurgent candidates in response to recent electoral frustrations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Atrociously Awful!' Harry Enten Marvels at Democrats' Dismal Feelings About Their Own Party

Approval for Democratic leadership has significantly declined among voters, indicating dissatisfaction with priorities and potential challenges ahead.
SF politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

Democrats in disarray as rank and file clash with Chuck Schumer's plan to run elderly moderates in must-win races | Fortune

Democrats are divided over strategy, with some supporting establishment candidates while others back insurgent candidates in response to recent electoral frustrations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Atrociously Awful!' Harry Enten Marvels at Democrats' Dismal Feelings About Their Own Party

Approval for Democratic leadership has significantly declined among voters, indicating dissatisfaction with priorities and potential challenges ahead.
#politics
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
5 days ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

AOC Drops the Hammer on Fellow Progressive: You Aren't Talented Enough to be Relevant With the Truth'

Ocasio-Cortez criticized Kasparian for spreading misinformation about her voting record on military aid to Israel.
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
5 days ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

AOC Drops the Hammer on Fellow Progressive: You Aren't Talented Enough to be Relevant With the Truth'

Ocasio-Cortez criticized Kasparian for spreading misinformation about her voting record on military aid to Israel.
US politics
fromCommon Dreams
1 day ago

As Trump Pushes 'Polluters First Agenda,' 2027 Budget Blasted as 'Bloody New Deal' | Common Dreams

Trump's 2027 budget request prioritizes military spending while cutting social and scientific programs, raising concerns about accountability and environmental impact.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Pro-Immigrant Case for Opposing Illegal Immigration

The legal immigration debate is shifting, with both conservatives and progressives questioning the value of legal immigration channels.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Anti-regulation Democrats? Top takeaways from governor's race forum in Fresno

California gubernatorial candidates emphasize the need to roll back restrictions affecting farmers and address rural community concerns.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US politics

Congressman Says Jackass' Trump Has Been Alienating Everybody' and Is Causing Allies to De-Risk From America'

fromJezebel
3 days ago
US Elections

GOP Congressmen Won't Pass the SAVE Act, so Trump Is Trying to Seize Control of Voting with Executive Orders Instead

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Congressman Says Jackass' Trump Has Been Alienating Everybody' and Is Causing Allies to De-Risk From America'

Trump's alienation of allies undermines U.S. efforts to gain international support, particularly in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

Donald Trump's Approval Rating Is Tanking. Unfortunately, That Doesn't Mean What You Think It Does.

Donald Trump's approval ratings have fallen below 40 percent for the first time in his second term, largely due to the Iran war and economic issues.
US Elections
fromJezebel
3 days ago

GOP Congressmen Won't Pass the SAVE Act, so Trump Is Trying to Seize Control of Voting with Executive Orders Instead

The Senate GOP lacks votes to pass Trump's voter disenfranchisement bill, leading him to pursue executive orders instead.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Democrat Hurls Startling Accusation at Trump After Watching Him at Supreme Court

Rob Bonta accused Trump of potentially trying to intimidate the Supreme Court during his attendance at oral arguments in a birthright citizenship case.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

Republicans aren't rushing to save Trump's ballroom

Idaho Republicans face a decision on funding Trump's ballroom renovation amid political tensions and potential delays.
Right-wing politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

US Supreme Court leans toward delivering another blow to Trump's immigration policy

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case on birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants and temporary visitors.
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Will AOC's Vow to Oppose Military Aid to Israel Set a New Standard?

I have not once ever voted to authorize funding to Israel, and I will never. The Israeli government should be able to finance their own weapons if they seek to arm themselves.
SF politics
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
3 days ago

Splinter: Rahm Emanuel's Run for President Is Proof that Centrist Dems Are Beyond Cooked

Third Way centrism is failing, with Rahm Emanuel as a poor choice for 2028, alienating younger voters and misrepresenting Democratic values.
SF politics
fromMission Local
4 days ago

At S.F. congressional debate, candidates go on the attack

Candidates for San Francisco's congressional seat highlighted their differences in approach to legislation and political strategy during a heated debate.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Democrats accuse Dem Senate candidate of being a GOP plant over his past support for the president - LGBTQ Nation

William Forbes is accused of being a Republican plant in Nebraska's Democratic Senate primary to divide the liberal vote.
US politics
fromJezebel
2 days ago

GOP States Are Taking Voter Suppression Into Their Own Hands

Republican-led states are enacting voter suppression laws, including Florida's and Mississippi's versions of the SAVE America Act, facing legal challenges for their constitutionality.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Democrats Have a 'Slopulism' Problem

Democrats are proposing poorly conceived tax-exemption plans that sound appealing but would harm middle-class households they aim to help, while failing to articulate a coherent alternative vision to Trump's failed affordability promises.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Top Democrats Reportedly Grapple With Fraught' Question: Should 2028 Nominee Be a Straight White Guy?

Top Democrats are considering a straight, white, Christian man as their next presidential nominee for 2028 due to electoral biases.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Hakeem Jeffries Explains His Strategy to Win the Midterms

Hakeem Jeffries is positioned to potentially become Speaker of the House, leveraging historical trends and a narrow Republican majority.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

AOC Defends New DSA Forum Pledge to Not Send Defensive Aid to Israel Anymore

Ocasio-Cortez pledges to not support future military aid to Israel, citing its ability to fund its own defense systems.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Yes, the rich must start paying their fair share of taxes | Bernie Sanders

The wealth gap in America has reached unprecedented levels, with the top 1% owning more than the bottom 93%.
US politics
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Democrats lead in NJ special election ahead of debate. Here's what to watch for.

Democrat Analilia Mejia leads in early voting against Republican Joe Hathaway ahead of their debate for a New Jersey congressional seat.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Video: Opinion | The Democrats Could Still Mess This Up

Democrats face significant challenges in 2024 defeat, requiring a positive vision beyond opposing Trump while navigating low favorability ratings and internal party divisions.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Trump's Order Restricting Mail Voting Is Blatantly Unconstitutional

Trump's executive orders on election administration violate the U.S. Constitution's provisions regarding state control over elections.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Republicans in Congress say they have a deal to end the record-long shutdown at DHS

Republican leadership has revived a plan to fund the Department of Homeland Security after a 47-day funding lapse, excluding ICE and Border Patrol initially.
US Elections
fromFortune
4 days ago

Congress has a lower approval rating than Hitler in some polls. And we just keep voting for the same 2 parties | Fortune

The Commission on Presidential Debates was created by the two major parties to limit competition from third-party candidates.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Speaker Mike Johnson Blames Senate for Ongoing DHS Shutdown: They Need to Do Their Job and Help Us'

Speaker Mike Johnson blames the Senate for the DHS shutdown, impacting TSA agents and causing long security lines at airports.
US Elections
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Trump signs executive order setting rules for mail-in voting and eligibility lists

Trump signed an executive order to implement stricter mail-in voting rules and create a list of eligible U.S. voters.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Running to the Exits!' CNN Data Guru Accuses Republicans of Retiring to Avoid Midterm Bloodbath

House Republicans are retiring in large numbers, indicating they anticipate significant electoral challenges this fall.
US Elections
fromPBS News
4 days ago

WATCH: Trump signs executive order to create national list of eligible voters

President Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, aiming to restrict voting ahead of midterm elections.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Dems Scold Trump For Not Stealing Money Sooner - Above the Law

American airports face severe staffing shortages due to unpaid TSA agents, leading to long security lines and flight delays.
US Elections
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

The Silicon Valley congressional race is getting ugly | TechCrunch

The CA-17 race is intensifying with Ro Khanna facing challenges from Ethan Agarwal, who has a controversial legal history.
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

How the SAVE Act Seeks to Undermine the Right to Vote

Republican supporters of the SAVE America Act describe the law as a commonsense measure to prevent voter fraud, yet it represents a blatant defiance of common sense and a fraudulent seizure of ballot access.
US politics
#democratic-strategy
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

Obama's former campaign manager has a 'brutal truth' for Democrats: 'We have no economic message, and if we don't get one, we're not going to win' | Fortune

Moderate Democrats at Third Way conference warn against moving too far left, emphasizing the need for economic messaging and middle-ground appeal to win elections.
US Elections
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Democrats face a post-Trump identity crisis for 2028

Democrats must develop a forward-looking governing agenda focused on the economy rather than relying solely on opposition to Trump for future electoral success.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

Obama's former campaign manager has a 'brutal truth' for Democrats: 'We have no economic message, and if we don't get one, we're not going to win' | Fortune

Moderate Democrats at Third Way conference warn against moving too far left, emphasizing the need for economic messaging and middle-ground appeal to win elections.
US Elections
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Democrats face a post-Trump identity crisis for 2028

Democrats must develop a forward-looking governing agenda focused on the economy rather than relying solely on opposition to Trump for future electoral success.
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Who's Worse Than Trump? - Above the Law

Trump's presidency has caused long-term damage to America's global standing and institutional integrity, with consequences that may be irreparable.
Left-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Can the Democrats Get It Together?

The Democratic Party is restructuring its presidential primary calendar to include four regional early voting slots, moving away from traditional early states like Iowa and New Hampshire to increase diversity and voter representation.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
2 weeks ago

The Senate's marathon elections debate is dividing Republicans, not Democrats

Senate Republicans plan extended debate on an election bill unlikely to pass, facing Democratic opposition and internal disagreement over eliminating the filibuster.
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

The "Squad" left faces complete wipeout in Illinois Democratic primaries

AIPAC pivoted in the final week of the campaign to focusing its fire on the more pro-Palestinian Abughazaleh than Biss, who was backed by the Congressional Progressive Caucus and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.). Another AIPAC affiliate, Chicago Progressive Partnership, ran ads painting Abughazaleh as a closet Republican and boosting a lower tier leftist in the race, Bushra Amiwala.
US politics
#special-elections
US Elections
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Party celebrates "undeniable story of Democratic momentum" following shock Dem win - LGBTQ Nation

Democrats have flipped 28 legislative seats nationwide in special elections since the 2024 presidential election, including a recent victory in a deep red New Hampshire district.
fromJezebel
1 month ago
US politics

Democrats' Special Election Winning Streak Makes Me Wanna Lib Out Like It's Summer 2016

US Elections
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Party celebrates "undeniable story of Democratic momentum" following shock Dem win - LGBTQ Nation

Democrats have flipped 28 legislative seats nationwide in special elections since the 2024 presidential election, including a recent victory in a deep red New Hampshire district.
fromJezebel
1 month ago
US politics

Democrats' Special Election Winning Streak Makes Me Wanna Lib Out Like It's Summer 2016

fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

The midterm primaries are turning out to be really bad news for incumbents - LGBTQ Nation

In perhaps a vain attempt to prove themselves moderate, the Democratic lawmakers helped override Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's vetoes. Voters responded with the kind of ballot-box fury that should serve as a lesson to other incumbents. It wasn't just a case that the incumbents lost. They were buried, with several of them getting trounced by margins of 40 points or more.
US politics
US politics
fromPOLITICO
1 month ago

Policy specifics are elusive as House Democrats gather to prep midterm push

Democrats are developing a campaign agenda centered on reversing Trump administration policies, with expanding child tax credit and raising minimum wage emerging as consensus proposals.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Democrats Aren't Built for This

Ken Martin, DNC chair, faces staff backlash after ending generous remote-work policies while navigating criticism over party elitism and management challenges.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Why the "Affordability Agenda" Won't Deliver for Democrats

Democratic Representatives Mike Thompson (CA-04) and Richard E. Neal (MA-01) even introduced a bill called the American Affordability Act, which promises to reduce housing, educational, and childcare costs with a variety of tax credits. Congressional campaign professionals have been urging candidates from coast to coast to adopt an "affordability agenda." And-for good reason-recent polling shows that the cost of living tops the list of voters' concerns.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Pelosi Denies AOC 'Tensions' As She Talks Up 'Star' Democrat

All I said to people who say, you have this tension, we didn't have any attention. All I said is, if you want to be a legislator and pass bills, it's important to have the votes to do it. It doesn't help to go online and criticize the people that you want to have because they're not as progressive as you are. She's been a star, eloquent, forceful, and the rest. And she gets along very well with Hakeem Jeffries. They have a New York connection, but I'm so glad she's here.
US politics
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

What can we expect in American politics in 2026?

Democrats will gain electoral opportunities from right-wing fractures, backlash against anti-transgender attacks, Trump's policy fallout, and rising younger, LGBTQ-supportive Democratic leaders.
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Should Democrats Try to Abolish ICE or Radically Change It?

First and most obviously, that agency is running wild in Minneapolis and other cities, pursuing a very deliberate policy of terrorizing immigrant communities and their allies in order to (a) encourage "self-deportation" and (b) titillate Donald Trump's MAGA base. ICE has become the tip of a spear that seems aimed not only at mass deportation of undocumented immigrants,
US politics
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Democrats keep chasing moderation, doubling down on their past failures - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump is escalating authoritarianism through paramilitary tactics, election interference, and overt racism while Democratic leadership responds inadequately.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: The year's new political fault lines are already forming

The death of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother and U.S. citizen who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday, has the potential to shake the political landscape in ways reminiscent of George Floyd's killing in 2020. The Trump administration initially claimed Good weaponized her vehicle in an act of domestic terrorism, an account that appears to be contradicted by video evidence.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Democrats will stop Trump from trying to nationalize midterms, Jeffries says

Democrats will prevent Donald Trump from nationalizing or stealing this year's midterm elections and preserve state-administered, free and fair voting.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

All Democrats Backed Sanders Push to Repeal $75B for ICE to Undo Medicaid Cuts

Rescind $75 billion in ICE funding and reallocate it to Medicaid to prevent 700,000 people from losing health care.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We can reverse America's decline | Bernie Sanders

The United States is in profound decline across economy, education, healthcare, and housing, threatening future generations' prosperity.
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