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S omething is happening in the Democratic base. For a year and a half Democrats have been disgusted with President Trump. They’ve been similarly outraged by the fecklessness of their own party leaders.
Why it matters: S omething is happening in the Democratic base. For a year and a half Democrats have been disgusted with President Trump. They’ve been similarly outraged by the fecklessness of their own party leaders.
Surging membership and pro-Palestinian activism reshape debate on how campaigning movement governs in office Inside a Brooklyn industrial garage turned underground event venue, local leaders of the Democratic Socialists...
Why it matters: Surging membership and pro-Palestinian activism reshape debate on how campaigning movement governs in office Inside a Brooklyn industrial garage turned underground event venue, local leaders of the Democratic Socialists...
Phil Weiser, who has served as Colorado’s attorney general since 2019, beat three-term U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in Tuesday’s Democratic primary election for governor. The Associated Press called the...
Why it matters: Phil Weiser, who has served as Colorado’s attorney general since 2019, beat three-term U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in Tuesday’s Democratic primary election for governor. The Associated Press called the...
T he general idea that Democratic Party loyalists seem to have about members of the Democratic Socialists of America is that they’re a lot like Democrats, but perhaps a bit more passionate.
Why it matters: T he general idea that Democratic Party loyalists seem to have about members of the Democratic Socialists of America is that they’re a lot like Democrats, but perhaps a bit more passionate.
House Democrats were staggered Wednesday by the loss of yet another one of their longtime colleagues to a democratic socialist challenger. Why it matters: Rep.
Why it matters: House Democrats were staggered Wednesday by the loss of yet another one of their longtime colleagues to a democratic socialist challenger. Why it matters: Rep.
The two Republicans seeking the party’s nomination in this year’s Arizona Attorney General’s race are engaged in a heated primary battle focused on who has the experience to defeat incumbent Democrat...
Why it matters: The two Republicans seeking the party’s nomination in this year’s Arizona Attorney General’s race are engaged in a heated primary battle focused on who has the experience to defeat incumbent Democrat...
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship on constitutional grounds on the last day of its term. And, a Democratic socialist has won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat in Denver.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship on constitutional grounds on the last day of its term. And, a Democratic socialist has won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat in Denver.
Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old Democratic Socialist, defeated Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado’s primary, ending the incumbent’s nearly three-decade hold on the seat.
Why it matters: Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old Democratic Socialist, defeated Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado’s primary, ending the incumbent’s nearly three-decade hold on the seat.
Kamala Harris privately called New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani last week and has been holding lengthy, closed-door meetings with other prominent progressives — including pro-Palestinian activists.
Why it matters: Kamala Harris privately called New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani last week and has been holding lengthy, closed-door meetings with other prominent progressives — including pro-Palestinian activists.
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros beat Rep. Diana DeGette in a Colorado primary Tuesday, a stunning victory for the first-time candidate against a nearly 30-year incumbent
Why it matters: Democratic socialist Melat Kiros beat Rep. Diana DeGette in a Colorado primary Tuesday, a stunning victory for the first-time candidate against a nearly 30-year incumbent
Progressive upstart Melat Kiros completed a monumental upset over U.S. Rep.
Why it matters: Progressive upstart Melat Kiros completed a monumental upset over U.S. Rep.
Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
Why it matters: Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
Amanda Gonzalez defeated state Sen. Jessie Danielson on Tuesday, winning the Democratic nomination for Colorado secretary of state, according to the AP. Why it matters: Her victory marks a...
Why it matters: Amanda Gonzalez defeated state Sen. Jessie Danielson on Tuesday, winning the Democratic nomination for Colorado secretary of state, according to the AP. Why it matters: Her victory marks a...
A costly, scorched-earth Denver primary reflects the fight over the Democratic Party’s direction. But voters want it to stop. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any...
Why it matters: A costly, scorched-earth Denver primary reflects the fight over the Democratic Party’s direction. But voters want it to stop. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any...
The question of Michael Bennet or Phil Weiser for governor will be decided by primary voters, settling a yearlong campaign between the Democratic heavyweights to be the party’s nominee.
Why it matters: The question of Michael Bennet or Phil Weiser for governor will be decided by primary voters, settling a yearlong campaign between the Democratic heavyweights to be the party’s nominee.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor Tuesday, defeating U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in a primary upset that underscored voter frustration with Washington.
Why it matters: Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor Tuesday, defeating U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in a primary upset that underscored voter frustration with Washington.
Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
Why it matters: Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
See live results from the 2026 Colorado Attorney General primary election as Republican and Democrat votes are counted by candidate and county.
Why it matters: See live results from the 2026 Colorado Attorney General primary election as Republican and Democrat votes are counted by candidate and county.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down federal limits on how much political parties may spend in coordination with candidates, handing party committees a major win and reshaping campaign-finance rules ahead of the...
Why it matters: The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down federal limits on how much political parties may spend in coordination with candidates, handing party committees a major win and reshaping campaign-finance rules ahead of the...
New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
Why it matters: New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
A US Senator has been rushed to hospital after a multi-vehicle crash, caused by a medical emergency. Senator Chris Coons, a Democratic lawmaker for Delaware, said he was a passenger and rushed to...
Why it matters: A US Senator has been rushed to hospital after a multi-vehicle crash, caused by a medical emergency. Senator Chris Coons, a Democratic lawmaker for Delaware, said he was a passenger and rushed to...
Five U.S. lawmakers have died in just 14 months, and the losses are fueling a new fight over age limits in Congress. The debate matters because this is not just about individual...
Why it matters: Five U.S. lawmakers have died in just 14 months, and the losses are fueling a new fight over age limits in Congress. The debate matters because this is not just about individual...
Virginia voters narrowly approved a redistricting measure after Northern Virginia carried it over the finish line. The vote matters because it keeps control of election maps in...
Why it matters: Virginia voters narrowly approved a redistricting measure after Northern Virginia carried it over the finish line. The vote matters because it keeps control of election maps in...
Democrats are treating Virginia’s redistricting win as a warning shot for Florida Republicans. The fight matters because gerrymandering is not just a map game. It can lock in po...
Why it matters: Democrats are treating Virginia’s redistricting win as a warning shot for Florida Republicans. The fight matters because gerrymandering is not just a map game. It can lock in po...
Virginia voters are facing a redistricting amendment that could temporarily reshape the state’s congressional map into a 10-1 Democratic advantage. That matters because the vote...
Why it matters: Virginia voters are facing a redistricting amendment that could temporarily reshape the state’s congressional map into a 10-1 Democratic advantage. That matters because the vote...
Rahm Emanuel is now calling for the U.S. to end military aid for Israel. That matters because it shows how fast the politics around Israel and U.S. foreign policy are shifting....
Why it matters: Rahm Emanuel is now calling for the U.S. to end military aid for Israel. That matters because it shows how fast the politics around Israel and U.S. foreign policy are shifting....
JD Vance is reportedly working rich donor circles tied to Republican fundraising, including major pro-Israel megadonors. That matters because these relationships can shape party...
Why it matters: JD Vance is reportedly working rich donor circles tied to Republican fundraising, including major pro-Israel megadonors. That matters because these relationships can shape party...
Analilia Mejia won New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District and will head to Congress. The special election matters because every House seat now shapes a fragile majority and th...
Why it matters: Analilia Mejia won New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District and will head to Congress. The special election matters because every House seat now shapes a fragile majority and th...
Democrats are pressing Trump’s cabinet to remove him while Republicans look the other way. The fight matters because the president is using the power of the office to threaten w...
Why it matters: Democrats are pressing Trump’s cabinet to remove him while Republicans look the other way. The fight matters because the president is using the power of the office to threaten w...
Virginia’s 7th District race is turning into a fight over political brand power, not just one candidate. That matters because the campaign is leaning on a famous family name and...
Why it matters: Virginia’s 7th District race is turning into a fight over political brand power, not just one candidate. That matters because the campaign is leaning on a famous family name and...
Political tensions are rising in Texas as three factors could shift the state's electoral landscape in favor of Democrats. The upcoming elections are shaping up to be a battlegr...
Why it matters: Political tensions are rising in Texas as three factors could shift the state's electoral landscape in favor of Democrats. The upcoming elections are shaping up to be a battlegr...
A New York congressional candidate is stirring controversy after criticizing Israel during an appearance on Hasan Piker’s show. This debate matters now as it highlights the shif...
Why it matters: A New York congressional candidate is stirring controversy after criticizing Israel during an appearance on Hasan Piker’s show. This debate matters now as it highlights the shif...
Democrats’ hopes of reclaiming the U.S. Senate are colliding with a fight within their own party. In Maine, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has thrown his weight behind Gov...
Why it matters: Democrats’ hopes of reclaiming the U.S. Senate are colliding with a fight within their own party. In Maine, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has thrown his weight behind Gov...
President Donald Trump's preferred candidate in Alabama is bucking "conventional wisdom" by trailing badly in the Republican primary. The president endorsed former state GOP cha...
Why it matters: President Donald Trump's preferred candidate in Alabama is bucking "conventional wisdom" by trailing badly in the Republican primary. The president endorsed former state GOP cha...
An aide for New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, a New York City council member, and a retired NYPD sergeant are all tied to a federal bribery investigation involving migrant...
Why it matters: An aide for New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, a New York City council member, and a retired NYPD sergeant are all tied to a federal bribery investigation involving migrant...
Tulsi Gabbard’s political career moved from the Hawaii State House to Congress and the Democratic Party’s top ranks. That matters because her path shows how power works across s...
Why it matters: Tulsi Gabbard’s political career moved from the Hawaii State House to Congress and the Democratic Party’s top ranks. That matters because her path shows how power works across s...
Florida — Democrats pulled off another upset in Florida, winning a normally very Republican state Senate district in West Tampa. Navy veteran and electrical workers union leader...
Why it matters: Florida — Democrats pulled off another upset in Florida, winning a normally very Republican state Senate district in West Tampa. Navy veteran and electrical workers union leader...
California’s governor’s race could be warped by vote splitting before most voters even get to November. That matters because a crowded primary can hand the final ballot to the s...
Why it matters: California’s governor’s race could be warped by vote splitting before most voters even get to November. That matters because a crowded primary can hand the final ballot to the s...
Democrats are on a surprising winning streak in state legislative special elections. That matters because these races can hint at where voter anger and turnout are heading befor...
Why it matters: Democrats are on a surprising winning streak in state legislative special elections. That matters because these races can hint at where voter anger and turnout are heading befor...
Trump has pushed back his Iran deadline again while strikes and missile attacks keep spreading across the region. This matters now because the White House is mixing military pre...
Why it matters: Trump has pushed back his Iran deadline again while strikes and missile attacks keep spreading across the region. This matters now because the White House is mixing military pre...
California’s top-two primary could split the Democratic vote and open a path for Republicans in the governor’s race. That matters because the state’s election rules can shape th...
Why it matters: California’s top-two primary could split the Democratic vote and open a path for Republicans in the governor’s race. That matters because the state’s election rules can shape th...
Trump’s midterm problem is not the campaign trail. It is the possibility of losing Congress and the power that comes with it. If Democrats take the House, or even narrow the GOP...
Why it matters: Trump’s midterm problem is not the campaign trail. It is the possibility of losing Congress and the power that comes with it. If Democrats take the House, or even narrow the GOP...
A Democrat won a Florida state House seat in Donald Trump’s home district, flipping a seat Republicans had held easily. The result matters because it shows a crack in GOP contro...
Why it matters: A Democrat won a Florida state House seat in Donald Trump’s home district, flipping a seat Republicans had held easily. The result matters because it shows a crack in GOP contro...
Utah Republicans tried to rewrite the rules after a House seat slipped away, and their late gerrymander push failed. It matters because this was not just about one district. It...
Why it matters: Utah Republicans tried to rewrite the rules after a House seat slipped away, and their late gerrymander push failed. It matters because this was not just about one district. It...
A progressive House challenger in Colorado posted a crude ad attacking centrist Democrats and the party establishment. It matters because the race is not just about one candidat...
Why it matters: A progressive House challenger in Colorado posted a crude ad attacking centrist Democrats and the party establishment. It matters because the race is not just about one candidat...
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's new posture on Israel is being read as a political move, not a policy shift. It matters because this is about image management ahead of bigger amb...
Why it matters: California Gov. Gavin Newsom's new posture on Israel is being read as a political move, not a policy shift. It matters because this is about image management ahead of bigger amb...
Graham Platner is leading early polls in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary. The race matters because it could help decide which party controls the U.S. Senate. The move: A new p...
Why it matters: Graham Platner is leading early polls in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary. The race matters because it could help decide which party controls the U.S. Senate. The move: A new p...
A Chicago Democratic leader is attacking his own party and Gov. J.B. Pritzker over Illinois immigration enforcement. The dispute matters because it points to a system that can s...
Why it matters: A Chicago Democratic leader is attacking his own party and Gov. J.B. Pritzker over Illinois immigration enforcement. The dispute matters because it points to a system that can s...
A Daily Wire commentary ties Michigan’s U.S. Senate race to a recent synagogue attack and turns both into a warning about “radicals.” That matters because the piece is not just...
Why it matters: A Daily Wire commentary ties Michigan’s U.S. Senate race to a recent synagogue attack and turns both into a warning about “radicals.” That matters because the piece is not just...
Iowa Democrat Rob Sand is leaning hard on his hunting image to sell himself as governor material in a red state. That matters because the fight is not just about policy. It is a...
Why it matters: Iowa Democrat Rob Sand is leaning hard on his hunting image to sell himself as governor material in a red state. That matters because the fight is not just about policy. It is a...
Ranked-choice voting could have changed the shape of California’s governor race. The bigger issue is simple: the way votes are counted can decide who survives the field and who...
Why it matters: Ranked-choice voting could have changed the shape of California’s governor race. The bigger issue is simple: the way votes are counted can decide who survives the field and who...
Illinois Democrats just held a primary that is now being spun as a verdict on the party’s future. That matters because the fight is not only over one seat. It is also about who...
Why it matters: Illinois Democrats just held a primary that is now being spun as a verdict on the party’s future. That matters because the fight is not only over one seat. It is also about who...