Self-Funded Millionaires Are Forcing Promising Democrats Out of California Primaries
California's 39th District is home to some of the biggest Democratic self-funders. It’s become something of a BYOB primary — bring your own bankroll.
David Dayen
David Dayen is the executive editor of The American Prospect. His latest book, “Monopolized: Life in the Age of Corporate Power,” was released in July 2020.
Contacts:
Posts:
Democrats Offer Last-Minute, Pretend Defense of Fair Lending Laws, as They Prepare to Weaken Them
In a final indignity, Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., has offered a fair lending amendment, while acknowledging that the amendment probably wouldn’t get a vote.
Senate Claims to Fix Its Wall Street Bill, but a Look at the Text Says It's Still a Giveaway
A final vote on the bill could come as early as Friday, but almost nobody has any idea what it will ultimately look like.
CBO Warns Bipartisan Bank Bill Heightens Risk of Financial Crisis
The bipartisan bank deregulation bill would cost taxpayers $671 million over 10 years, the Congressional Budget Office estimated.
Instead of Taking on Gun Control, Democrats Are Teaming With Republicans for a Stealth Attack on Wall Street Reform
A bill that began as a well-intentioned effort to satisfy community bank grievances has instead sparked fears that Washington is paving the way for the next financial meltdown.
The Story Behind the California Democratic Party Convention's Floor Fracas
Fissures between the Democratic Party's ideological wings emerged after progressives challenged the endorsement of Dave Min.
California Democrats Deny Dianne Feinstein Their Endorsement for Senate
At the state convention, the party declined to give Dianne Feinstein a sixth endorsement for Senate, with delegates leaning toward State Sen. Kevin de León.
DCCC Goes Nuclear, Slams Democratic Candidate as Corrupt for Same Behavior It Engages in Regularly
The DCCC is charging a Democratic candidate with self-dealing, but its own record doesn’t look good under a similar examination.
Yale University Under the Spotlight for Its Investment in Puerto Rican Debt
Yale’s endowment has hundreds of millions in the care of at least four hedge fund managers that carry Puerto Rican bonds among their investments.
Elections Still Matter: Virginia Democrats Stun State Energy Monopoly in Late-Night Rejection
The Virginia House of Delegates voted for an amendment to block Dominion Energy from double-charging customers, a major victory for newly elected Democrats.