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Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Democrats Warned Not to Upset Multi-Million Dollar AI Lobbyists, Even Though It'd Be a Slam Dunk With Voters

The Democratic party's strategy to appeal to conservative voters failed, leading to criticism of prioritizing donors over constituents.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

I'm voting Reform it can't get any worse': Starmer's election nightmare in Swindon

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Readers react as Conservatives close gap on Reform in latest poll

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Labour falls into fourth place behind Greens weeks before crunch local elections

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

I'm voting Reform it can't get any worse': Starmer's election nightmare in Swindon

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Readers react as Conservatives close gap on Reform in latest poll

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Labour falls into fourth place behind Greens weeks before crunch local elections

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
US politics
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
34 minutes ago

Trump's campaign to preempt state AI regulation faces resistance from states and Congress alike

The Trump administration is actively working to prevent state regulation of AI, while states are increasingly introducing their own legislation.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Californians are pouring money into Democrats' Senate races in other states

James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate in Texas, has raised a staggering $27 million so far this year, with California donors contributing just under $1.2 million to back his campaign - second only to Texas supporters among those donors whose names were disclosed.
Fundraising
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
5 hours ago

The California Governor's Race Is a Debacle

Eric Swalwell is gaining momentum in the California governor race, leveraging his image and recent publicity to enhance his campaign.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Not just Trump: Redistricting race will hinge on what these state leaders did

Trump initiated a mid-decade redistricting effort to benefit Republicans, influencing state lawmakers across various states.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why U.S. Politics Looks Like a Bad Marriage

Political discourse has shifted to personal attacks, resembling damaging communication patterns that threaten the unity of the country.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani jolts Council race on Manhattan's West Side ahead of early voting | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed Lindsey Boylan in a competitive Manhattan City Council special election, impacting the race dynamics significantly.
fromThe Verge
21 hours ago

Pro-Trump AI influencers are flooding social media.

Experts indicate that the creation of A.I. avatars is becoming easier, particularly for contractors and marketing companies that specialize in developing and dispatching these avatars in bulk.
Artificial intelligence
Europe politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

If Democrats Learn Anything from Hungary 2026, This Is What They Should Do Next

Hungary's recent election results highlight the need for systemic change in American democracy to combat autocracy and protect democratic values.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Veteran politico says impeaching & convicting Trump now a real possibility: He "is stark-raving mad" - LGBTQ Nation

Impeaching and convicting Trump is increasingly seen as a viable option due to rising public sentiment against him.
#california-governor-race
California
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

With Swalwell Out, New Governor's Race Poll Has Republicans In Lead, But Democrats on the Rise

Democratic candidates in California's governor race are gaining ground, while two Republicans maintain a slight lead according to a recent poll.
US Elections
fromABC30 Fresno
2 days ago

Xavier Becerra gains massive jump in new CA governor's race poll after Swalwell exit

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race has significantly boosted Xavier Becerra's support among Democrats.
SF politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor, rocking wide-open contest | Fortune

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race creates uncertainty as rivals vie for his supporters amid serious allegations against him.
California
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

With Swalwell Out, New Governor's Race Poll Has Republicans In Lead, But Democrats on the Rise

Democratic candidates in California's governor race are gaining ground, while two Republicans maintain a slight lead according to a recent poll.
US Elections
fromABC30 Fresno
2 days ago

Xavier Becerra gains massive jump in new CA governor's race poll after Swalwell exit

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race has significantly boosted Xavier Becerra's support among Democrats.
SF politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor, rocking wide-open contest | Fortune

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race creates uncertainty as rivals vie for his supporters amid serious allegations against him.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

What you need to know as Kensington and Chelsea heads into local elections

Labour holds 21 of 32 councils in London, while Conservatives maintain a stronghold in Kensington and Chelsea despite recent electoral shifts.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Virginia joins a national effort to ensure only popular vote winners become president

Virginia joins the National Popular Vote Compact, increasing the total to 18 states and 222 electoral votes, aiming for a nationwide popular vote system.
fromBleacher Nation
1 week ago

Can I Bet Politics on DraftKings and FanDuel in 2026? - Bleacher Nation

In the United States, you generally cannot place a real-money bet on an election using the standard DraftKings or FanDuel Sportsbook apps due to strict regulations.
Chicago Cubs
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Data expert stunned as latest election hints at bigger GOP losses this fall: "Absolute disaster" - LGBTQ Nation

Analilia Mejia's win with a nearly 20-point margin over Hathaway is significant, indicating strong voter support for Democrats in the current political climate.
US politics
US Elections
fromFast Company
2 days ago

2028 candidates will face a new kind of economic anger

Economic anxiety driven by AI is significantly impacting lower-wage Americans, necessitating urgent adaptation from political candidates.
#reform-uk
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Two more Reform local election candidates accused of offensive posts

Reform UK's candidate vetting process is inadequate, as evidenced by offensive social media posts from candidates in local elections.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago
UK politics

Reform UK set for a major victory in next months' elections - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reform UK is projected to gain control of around 69 English councils, indicating a significant shift in local political dynamics.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Two more Reform local election candidates accused of offensive posts

Reform UK's candidate vetting process is inadequate, as evidenced by offensive social media posts from candidates in local elections.
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

Drowning Out the Noise

On the morning of the Unite the Right rally, I lumbered down the staircase of a Catskills Airbnb rented for a bachelor party to learn that only hours before, a gang of white nationalists stormed the University of Virginia campus wielding Tiki torches and chanting, 'Jews will not replace us.'
Left-wing politics
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed due to sexual assault allegations, leading to his resignation and loss of support from political allies.
#hungary
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Digested week: Hungary's election result is rare good news in a depressing and surreal world | John Crace

The defeat of Viktor Orban's government in Hungary is a positive development amidst global challenges.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

How was Orban defeated? With energetic campaigning and cunning exploitation of his weaknesses | Tibor Dessewffy

Viktor Orban's regime fell to Peter Magyar's Tisza party, marking a significant political shift in Hungary after 16 years of Orban's rule.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Digested week: Hungary's election result is rare good news in a depressing and surreal world | John Crace

The defeat of Viktor Orban's government in Hungary is a positive development amidst global challenges.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

How was Orban defeated? With energetic campaigning and cunning exploitation of his weaknesses | Tibor Dessewffy

Viktor Orban's regime fell to Peter Magyar's Tisza party, marking a significant political shift in Hungary after 16 years of Orban's rule.
#donald-trump
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

What's Next for the GOP After Trump? Get Ready for 31 Flavors of MAGA.

Donald Trump's influence will significantly shape the political landscape after his departure from the Republican nomination.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

CNN Data Guru Warns Trump Is Underwater' With Key Demo That Put Him in the White House'

Donald Trump's approval rating with non-college white voters has significantly declined, showing a 34-point shift from February 2025.
US Elections
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Psychological Research Finds Trump Supporters Are Not Doing Well

Supporters of Donald Trump often deny allegations against him as a coping mechanism for cognitive dissonance and anxiety.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

What's Next for the GOP After Trump? Get Ready for 31 Flavors of MAGA.

Donald Trump's influence will significantly shape the political landscape after his departure from the Republican nomination.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

CNN Data Guru Warns Trump Is Underwater' With Key Demo That Put Him in the White House'

Donald Trump's approval rating with non-college white voters has significantly declined, showing a 34-point shift from February 2025.
US Elections
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Psychological Research Finds Trump Supporters Are Not Doing Well

Supporters of Donald Trump often deny allegations against him as a coping mechanism for cognitive dissonance and anxiety.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

India news: Kerala, Assam and Puducherry head to polls

India experiences unusual April weather, impacting elections and discussions on climate change.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
fromAxios
4 days ago

Scoop: Vance heading to Iowa for campaign events

Vice President Vance's visit underscores that Iowans' interests will always be top of mind as long as Republicans are leading the country.
Fundraising
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
1 week ago

Democrats' growing credibility gap may cost them the midterms | Opinion

Democrats are losing voter trust due to a perceived gap between their campaign promises and governance.
US politics
fromLexington Herald Leader
2 days ago

Are paid influencers boosting KY political campaigns? They don't have to say

Social media influencers promoting political candidates are not legally required to disclose paid endorsements, creating a significant loophole in political advertising regulations.
US Elections
fromNature
3 days ago

'Science needs defending': record number of researchers run for office in US mid-terms

An unprecedented number of US scientists are running for office in response to political actions affecting research funding and science policy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Birmingham is awash with local election candidates but will result be a coalition of chaos'?

Birmingham's local elections face fragmentation with no party expected to win a majority, amid Labour's declining dominance and various candidate challenges.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Progressive Senate Candidate Who Campaigned With Hasan Piker Surges to Primary Lead In Latest Poll

El-Sayed became the center of a heated debate on the left after he appeared at a campaign rally alongside Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, who is known for his outlandish rhetoric.
Left-wing politics
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 days ago

Progressive Media Org Launches Turning Point USA Competitor

Faiz Shakir, executive director of More Perfect Union, stated, 'We're hoping that an economic populist movement for the next generation will start through More Perfect Union on campuses.' This reflects the organization's goal to mobilize students around economic issues.
Right-wing politics
#california
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago
SF politics

Can Newsom Clean Up California's Messy Governor's Race?

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race raises concerns for Democrats about a potential all-Republican general election in California.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Candidates for Governor Attend Sacramento Forums, Say Swalwell Exit Signals Fresh Start

California gubernatorial candidates addressed Latino issues, focusing on immigration, voting rights, housing, and AI's impact during two forums in Sacramento.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

Can Newsom Clean Up California's Messy Governor's Race?

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race raises concerns for Democrats about a potential all-Republican general election in California.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Candidates for Governor Attend Sacramento Forums, Say Swalwell Exit Signals Fresh Start

California gubernatorial candidates addressed Latino issues, focusing on immigration, voting rights, housing, and AI's impact during two forums in Sacramento.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
5 days ago

GOP campaigns go all-in on AI, Dems not so much

Republicans are rapidly adopting AI tools for voter engagement, while Democrats remain cautious due to privacy concerns and skepticism about the technology.
#elections
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks 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.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks 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.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
US Elections
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | Trump's threat to hijack the midterm elections is real | amNewYork

Trump's claims of widespread voter fraud are unfounded and contradicted by evidence showing its rarity.
fromFuturism
1 day ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

I ran because I thought the city was not listening to people. It's really the way the deal was handled that led to this kind of uprising.
US politics
#republican-party
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
US Elections
fromFortune
1 week ago

'In rural, urban, red, blue, Democrats have overperformed everywhere': GOP wakes up to freight train heading their way | Fortune

Republicans faced significant electoral losses in Wisconsin and Georgia, indicating Democratic momentum ahead of the November midterms.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
US Elections
fromFortune
1 week ago

'In rural, urban, red, blue, Democrats have overperformed everywhere': GOP wakes up to freight train heading their way | Fortune

Republicans faced significant electoral losses in Wisconsin and Georgia, indicating Democratic momentum ahead of the November midterms.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks 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.
#california-gubernatorial-race
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

NEW POLL: Republicans Back In Control Of California Governor Race After Swalwell Drops

Republican candidates Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco lead California's gubernatorial race, with significant shifts in voter support following recent polls.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Commentary: Chaos is the leader in California's hot mess of a governor's race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California gubernatorial race leaves a muddled campaign with undecided voters dominating.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

No One Likes Tom Steyer!' Fox's Brian Kilmeade Suggests Republicans Might Pull Off Inside Straight in California

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race may unexpectedly benefit Republicans amid serious allegations against him.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

NEW POLL: Republicans Back In Control Of California Governor Race After Swalwell Drops

Republican candidates Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco lead California's gubernatorial race, with significant shifts in voter support following recent polls.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Commentary: Chaos is the leader in California's hot mess of a governor's race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California gubernatorial race leaves a muddled campaign with undecided voters dominating.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

No One Likes Tom Steyer!' Fox's Brian Kilmeade Suggests Republicans Might Pull Off Inside Straight in California

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race may unexpectedly benefit Republicans amid serious allegations against him.
#trump
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
4 days ago

MAGA Is Starting to Look Beyond Trump

Various factions within MAGAworld are increasingly critical of Trump, expressing anger over his actions and statements.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Two weeks that pushed Trump to the edge. Is his presidency unravelling?

Lance Johnson, a Trump voter, expresses buyer's remorse over unmet promises and dissatisfaction with the president's recent actions.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Polling Data Spells Potential Disaster for Republicans in the Midterms

US Elections
fromLEVEL Man
3 days ago

Trump's Landslide as the World's Most Unpopular Man

Trump's popularity has significantly declined, with disapproval ratings consistently outpacing approval by double-digit margins during his presidency.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Harry Enten: Trump Still Going Strong with 'Key Voting Bloc'

Trump's support among senior citizens may benefit Republicans in the midterm elections despite overall low approval ratings.
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
4 days ago

MAGA Is Starting to Look Beyond Trump

Various factions within MAGAworld are increasingly critical of Trump, expressing anger over his actions and statements.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Two weeks that pushed Trump to the edge. Is his presidency unravelling?

Lance Johnson, a Trump voter, expresses buyer's remorse over unmet promises and dissatisfaction with the president's recent actions.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Polling Data Spells Potential Disaster for Republicans in the Midterms

Trump's low approval ratings due to the war on Iran threaten Republican seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
US Elections
fromLEVEL Man
3 days ago

Trump's Landslide as the World's Most Unpopular Man

Trump's popularity has significantly declined, with disapproval ratings consistently outpacing approval by double-digit margins during his presidency.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 days ago

Democrats Need to Solve the Tactical Problems with Impeachment before Relying on It - emptywheel

Peter Magyar demands resignations and anti-corruption measures following his victory, aiming to unlock EU funds while warning of document shredding by Viktor Orbán's team.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Foolish Pollsters Are Now Just Asking AI What Voters Would Say in Response to Questions and Publishing It at Face Value

Axios mistakenly cited AI-generated polling data as human responses, highlighting risks of using simulations in opinion polling.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

House Dem Asks General For Assurances If Trump Deploys Troops To Polling Places

Concerns about potential National Guard deployment at polling places during midterm elections were raised, seeking assurances from military leadership.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Fox's Martha MacCallum Asks GOP Leader Why Senate Races Are Slipping Away From Republicans

Martha, I think most people are economic voters. I think they're pocketbook issue voters, which is why we need to be speaking to them. And the one thing that we've made very plain is because of the things we did last summer, they're going to have more money in their pockets.
US politics
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Saikat Chakrabarti's Big Ad Push Puts Him Five Points Behind Wiener In New Poll

Saikat Chakrabarti, the 40-year-old centimillionaire and former tech engineer, has been doing his utmost to gain some name recognition in San Francisco, seen as a longshot challenger to Nancy Pelosi.
SF politics
US Elections
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

To My Fellow Journalists: We Need to Do Better

Journalism must urgently address the legitimacy of elections and false claims to protect American democracy.
US politics
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Mejia, Hathaway face off in special NJ election, setting stage for congressional midterms

Voters in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District face a choice between a progressive Democrat and a moderate Republican.
US Elections
fromSan Jose Inside
2 days ago

New Poll Shows Xavier Becerra Gained Most from Swalwell's Exit from CA Governor Race

Xavier Becerra's support surged in the California Governor primary poll following Eric Swalwell's exit from the race.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

What is Trump-backed SAVE America Act and what could it mean for US vote?

The SAVE America Act aims to increase proof of citizenship requirements for voting, supported by Republicans and opposed by Democrats.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Republicans struggle to highlight Trump's cuts as Americans see little effect on Tax Day US politics live

Republicans are promoting tax cuts as political capital, but modest refund increases may undermine their impact ahead of elections.
#election-integrity
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
SF politics

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Why Trump's Latest Assault on Elections Might Fail

Concerns about election integrity are heightened, but recent developments suggest potential for resistance against authoritarian tactics.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

Democrats are holding events to educate the public on election integrity amid concerns over election meddling.
#voting-rights
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

What does the Save America act mean for US democracy? Post your questions now

The Save America act could significantly alter voting processes and impose strict requirements during a federal midterm election year.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

How an election conspiracy theorist has Trump's ear on voting laws and midterms

Peter Ticktin advocates for an emergency executive order to overhaul US voting rules, ending machine and mail-in voting.
#midterm-elections
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.
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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

We can't lose': all eyes on potential 2028 Democratic contenders at big party gathering for this year's midterms

No candidate will be successful in a primary or win a general without Black voters, Smikle said, adding that the conference is a key step in Sharpton's endorsement process.
SF politics
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Kaitlan Collins Puts It To Mike Lawler: Is This War Making It Harder to Win Reelection?'

Rep. Mike Lawler believes the conflict with Iran will not hinder Republican reelection prospects.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Democrats Believe Kamala Harris Is Less Electable' Than Mark Cuban: NEW POLL

A survey by Yale Polling discovered that just 55% of Democrats found Harris to be a highly electable candidate in 2028, while 58% found Cuban to be highly electable.
US Elections
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Cook Political Shifts Four Senate Races Toward Democrats, Key Race Now a Toss-Up

Republicans face challenges in the 2026 Senate races as several key races shift toward Democrats.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Takeaways from the first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns

By rallying behind Talarico, the party sided with someone who pledged to change Washington while finding consensus. The 36-year-old state representative's win over Crockett cements his status as a rising star and will likely make him one of Democrats' most prominent candidates this year. He campaigned with denunciations of 'politics as a blood sport' and an insistence that people want 'a return to more timeless values of sincerity and honesty and compassion and respect.'
US news
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month 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
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

The Most Important Thing Democrats Can Do to Stop Trump

Retaking the Senate is the single best bulwark to halt MAGA and preserve democratic institutions despite Democratic vulnerabilities in 2026.
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.
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