A Democratic Takeover Is Within Reach in These Eight States
With control of the governorship or state legislature, Democrats could combat assaults on voting rights, abortion access, organized labor, and gun control.
Politics
How Donald Trump Saved the Democratic Party From Itself
It was never guaranteed that there would be widespread resistance to the Trump administration. Movement activists, not the Democratic Party, made it happen.
Rep. Steve King Takes Heat for White Nationalist Views as His Political Ally Rep. Andy Harris Escapes Scrutiny
Harris entered office as a tea party firebrand with a penchant for serious provocations. As the blue wave laps at his feet, he’s found his moderate side.
Both of Mississippi's Senate Seats Are Up for Election. National Democrats Barely Paid Attention.
In failing to support the two Senate candidates in Mississippi, Democrats ignored the political opportunities presented by black voters in red states.
Business Lobbyists, GOP Operatives Plot to Take Down Wave of Ocasio-Cortez-Style Democratic Socialists in Midterms
Alarmed by victories from candidates like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Republicans and their allies want to stop the democratic socialist wave.
Democratic Candidates for Governor Could Turn the Upper Midwest Blue Again by Mobilizing New Voters
Campaigns in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan aim to elect candidates with strong pro-labor platforms by hunting where the votes are.
Voices
U.S. Elections Are Neither Free Nor Fair. States Need to Open Their Doors to More Observers.
The OSCE issued a series of recommendations after the 2016 presidential election. None of the group’s suggestions have been enacted.
It’s Already Hard to Vote in Georgia — and Even Harder If You Speak Only Spanish
Voters confront misinformation, obstructionism, and hostility as they head to the polls in Gwinnett County, Georgia.
Voices
Fox News Is Poisoning America. Rupert Murdoch and His Heirs Should Be Shunned.
The Murdoch family is warmly received in the hallways of power and money. But they should be ostracized in the same way that Steve Bannon has.
Weapons Makers Rushing Campaign Cash to Democrat in Line to Chair Defense Industry's Key House Committee
This race stands out for its focus on foreign policy and the pernicious influence of the weapons industry.