Massachusetts Hopeful Alex Morse Couldn’t Overcome Homophobic Smear
An ad attacking Morse’s sex life, funded by supporters of corporate Democrat Rep. Richie Neal, ran through the Democratic primary.
Eoin Higgins
Eoin Higgins is a journalist based in New England. He is the author of "Owned: How Tech Billionaires on the Right Bought the Loudest Voice on the Left."
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Alex Morse Has a Second Opponent: Local Media
Western Massachusetts media were quick to cover allegations against Alex Morse, but dropped the story once it got more interesting.
Effort to Spread Alex Morse Accusations Was Wider Than Previously Known
Progressive groups who endorsed Morse, along with journalists, were pitched versions of the accusations that later emerged.
Massachusetts State Party Leader Told College Democrats to Destroy Communication Records
Veronica Martinez had coordinated with the students prior to the release of allegations of sexual impropriety against Alex Morse.
Party Leaders Investigating Origin of Anti-Morse Campaign Helped Orchestrate It, Documents Reveal
Massachusetts party leaders coached College Democrats ahead of the release of a letter outlining allegations against Alex Morse.
Progressive DA Rachael Rollins Hasn't Stopped Prosecuting Petty Crimes, Despite Pledge. Police Are Still Furious.
The early tenure of Rachael Rollins underscores the tightrope that the new wave of progressive prosecutors are walking.
Democrats Across the Country Are Getting Hounded by Voters for Shying Away From the Green New Deal
“Climate delayers are the new climate deniers,” said Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Larry Krasner Responds to Progressive Critics: Mumia Abu-Jamal Appeal Is "Incredibly Complex and Nuanced"
Larry Krasner has come under fire for fighting an appeal from incarcerated activist Mumia Abu-Jamal, who was convicted in 1982 of killing a police officer.
A Shutdown for the 99 Percent, Concierge Government for the 1 Percent
Powerful real-estate interests successfully lobbied to avoid the consequences of the shutdown, while American workers go without pay.
Antonio Delgado Backed a Green New Deal on the Campaign Trail, but Hasn’t Since the Election
The Green New Deal has gained traction in the Democratic caucus in the weeks since last month’s Democratic wave election.