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Republicans win when they make... a political scientist at Catawba College.
Why it matters: Republicans win when they make... a political scientist at Catawba College.
Musical stars and retired politicians from less polarised era seeming antidote to cage fights on White House lawn The Barack Obama presidential center opened in Chicago on Thursday after more than a decade in the making...
Why it matters: Musical stars and retired politicians from less polarised era seeming antidote to cage fights on White House lawn The Barack Obama presidential center opened in Chicago on Thursday after more than a decade in the making...
The Georgia State Senate meets to consider a mid-decade congressional redistricting plan proposed by Gov. Brian Kemp (R), which could change electoral maps ahead of the 2028 elections.
Why it matters: The Georgia State Senate meets to consider a mid-decade congressional redistricting plan proposed by Gov. Brian Kemp (R), which could change electoral maps ahead of the 2028 elections.
State legislatures set policy on education, budgets, and oversight; when candidates prioritize national loyalty over local issues, voters lose leverage to hold representatives accountable on day-to-day governance.
Why it matters: State legislatures set policy on education, budgets, and oversight; when candidates prioritize national loyalty over local issues, voters lose leverage to hold representatives accountable on day-to-day governance.
Control over nominations affects representation, federal policy influence, and which local constituencies get prioritized — with tangible consequences for legislation, funding, and oversight.
Why it matters: Control over nominations affects representation, federal policy influence, and which local constituencies get prioritized — with tangible consequences for legislation, funding, and oversight.
Oklahoma voters will select nominees for federal and state offices including U.S. senator and representative, governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and both houses of the state Legislature...
Why it matters: Oklahoma voters will select nominees for federal and state offices including U.S. senator and representative, governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and both houses of the state Legislature...
Missouri courts have repeatedly rejected ballot language as unfair or misleading, turning direct democracy into a growing political battleground.
Why it matters: Missouri courts have repeatedly rejected ballot language as unfair or misleading, turning direct democracy into a growing political battleground.
The U.S. military said it launched new attacks on Iran on Wednesday, with President Trump saying it's time for the regime to "pay the price." Ed O'Keefe reports.
Why it matters: The U.S. military said it launched new attacks on Iran on Wednesday, with President Trump saying it's time for the regime to "pay the price." Ed O'Keefe reports.
Three Vietnam War veterans are suing to stop President Trump from building an arch just steps from Arlington National Cemetery, where 400,000 service members, veterans and their relatives are buried.
Why it matters: Three Vietnam War veterans are suing to stop President Trump from building an arch just steps from Arlington National Cemetery, where 400,000 service members, veterans and their relatives are buried.
Steve Hilton, left, speaks to Xavier Becerra during a break in a gubernatorial debate sponsored by CBS Television Stations, in partnership with Asian Pacific American Public Affairs (APAPA), at Pomona College on April...
Why it matters: Steve Hilton, left, speaks to Xavier Becerra during a break in a gubernatorial debate sponsored by CBS Television Stations, in partnership with Asian Pacific American Public Affairs (APAPA), at Pomona College on April...
President Trump is casting doubt on the results of California's primaries, claiming there was voter fraud. NPR's Leila Fadel asks Attorney General Rob Bonta about the baseless claim. (Image credit: Jeff Chiu)
Why it matters: President Trump is casting doubt on the results of California's primaries, claiming there was voter fraud. NPR's Leila Fadel asks Attorney General Rob Bonta about the baseless claim. (Image credit: Jeff Chiu)
Alaska's top elections official on Monday opened an investigation into a U.S.
Why it matters: Alaska's top elections official on Monday opened an investigation into a U.S.
Democrat Graham Platner pushed back again over the weekend against allegations from a former girlfriend. The Maine Democrat appears poised to win his Senate primary Tuesday, setting up a key race against Republican Sen.
Why it matters: Democrat Graham Platner pushed back again over the weekend against allegations from a former girlfriend. The Maine Democrat appears poised to win his Senate primary Tuesday, setting up a key race against Republican Sen.
Democratic Sen. Nathan Johnson of Dallas says he wants to depoliticize the attorney general’s office. Republican Sen. Mayes Middleton of Galveston says he wants to use it to fight the left.
Why it matters: Democratic Sen. Nathan Johnson of Dallas says he wants to depoliticize the attorney general’s office. Republican Sen. Mayes Middleton of Galveston says he wants to use it to fight the left.
Candidates for District 18 District Attorney gave passioned explanations for why they deserve the seat at the McAlester News-Capital candidate forum Tuesday. James Green and Jim Bob Miller will face...
Why it matters: Candidates for District 18 District Attorney gave passioned explanations for why they deserve the seat at the McAlester News-Capital candidate forum Tuesday. James Green and Jim Bob Miller will face...
In the weeks leading up to California’s primary election, a longstanding debate over the state’s so-called “jungle primaries” — where the top two candidates move on to the general election, regardless...
Why it matters: In the weeks leading up to California’s primary election, a longstanding debate over the state’s so-called “jungle primaries” — where the top two candidates move on to the general election, regardless...
State election officials continue to sift through uncounted primary ballots, which could take days or even weeks The California governor’s race remained unsettled Thursday, as state election officials continued to sift...
Why it matters: State election officials continue to sift through uncounted primary ballots, which could take days or even weeks The California governor’s race remained unsettled Thursday, as state election officials continued to sift...
LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- California election results will be coming in once polls close at 8 p.m. as voters wait for results for the L.A. mayoral race leading to a possible faceoff between Karen Bass and...
Why it matters: LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- California election results will be coming in once polls close at 8 p.m. as voters wait for results for the L.A. mayoral race leading to a possible faceoff between Karen Bass and...
California voters in the Los Angeles area are deciding on a host of key contests in the June 2 primary election, including races for governor, LA mayor and more.
Why it matters: California voters in the Los Angeles area are deciding on a host of key contests in the June 2 primary election, including races for governor, LA mayor and more.
The public cost is that the early lead by high-profile candidates could limit the range of choices for voters and reinforce the dominance of political insiders.
Why it matters: The public cost is that the early lead by high-profile candidates could limit the range of choices for voters and reinforce the dominance of political insiders.
Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer emerging in front, with many ballots to be counted The high-stakes gubernatorial race in California remained too close to call on Tuesday night, with early...
Why it matters: Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer emerging in front, with many ballots to be counted The high-stakes gubernatorial race in California remained too close to call on Tuesday night, with early...
Iowa GOP Senate candidate Rep. Ashley Hinson acknowledged the U.S.-Iran conflict could become a "political liability" if it stretches beyond the next few weeks, according to audio obtained by CBS News.
Why it matters: Iowa GOP Senate candidate Rep. Ashley Hinson acknowledged the U.S.-Iran conflict could become a "political liability" if it stretches beyond the next few weeks, according to audio obtained by CBS News.
House Majority PAC has reserved $272 million in TV and digital ads, mostly aimed at Republican-held seats. That is a huge early-money move in the fight for control of Congress,...
Why it matters: House Majority PAC has reserved $272 million in TV and digital ads, mostly aimed at Republican-held seats. That is a huge early-money move in the fight for control of Congress,...
Former California Controller Betty Yee has dropped out of the governor’s race weeks before the June 2 primary. Her exit matters because it shows how money can decide who stays i...
Why it matters: Former California Controller Betty Yee has dropped out of the governor’s race weeks before the June 2 primary. Her exit matters because it shows how money can decide who stays i...
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...
Federal records say campaign money tied to Ruben Gallego and Eric Swalwell was spent at Puerto Rico resorts during Gallego’s wedding weekend. The episode matters because it rais...
Why it matters: Federal records say campaign money tied to Ruben Gallego and Eric Swalwell was spent at Puerto Rico resorts during Gallego’s wedding weekend. The episode matters because it rais...
The Supreme Court's recent ruling on conversion therapy bans highlights a troubling disregard for LGBTQ+ rights and public health. As states grapple with this decision, the impl...
Why it matters: The Supreme Court's recent ruling on conversion therapy bans highlights a troubling disregard for LGBTQ+ rights and public health. As states grapple with this decision, the impl...
A 20-year-old man has been arrested for scamming an elderly woman out of $120,000 in Florida. This case highlights serious concerns about public safety and the vulnerability of...
Why it matters: A 20-year-old man has been arrested for scamming an elderly woman out of $120,000 in Florida. This case highlights serious concerns about public safety and the vulnerability of...
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...
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Why it matters: State of the Oligarchy — NOLIGARCHY.US const DATA = [{ newsletter_json: {"week_of":"March 29, 2026","week_theme":"the billionaire shadow play: power, profits, and control collid...
A Shasta County election official known for questioning elections is now overseeing them. That matters because election systems only work when the people running them protect th...
Why it matters: A Shasta County election official known for questioning elections is now overseeing them. That matters because election systems only work when the people running them protect th...
A 14-year-old has become the first teenager to land on Vermont’s general election ballot for governor. It is a small race with a big civic lesson: ballot rules decide who can ev...
Why it matters: A 14-year-old has become the first teenager to land on Vermont’s general election ballot for governor. It is a small race with a big civic lesson: ballot rules decide who can ev...
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...
The Supreme Court is hearing a case that could change how election-day deadlines work in federal races. The outcome could affect whether states can count ballots received after...
Why it matters: The Supreme Court is hearing a case that could change how election-day deadlines work in federal races. The outcome could affect whether states can count ballots received after...
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...