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fromwww.mediaite.com
16 hours ago

Nancy Pelosi Claims GOP May Hack Voting Machines in Midterms

Nancy Pelosi warns of potential election interference and emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the electoral process ahead of the midterms.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
18 hours ago

Jake Tapper Calls Out the Left Cozying Up to Hasan Piker: Has a History of Outrageous, if Not Bigoted' Comments

Jake Tapper questions the Democratic establishment's embrace of controversial socialist Hasan Piker, highlighting his history of shocking statements.
fromFortune
23 hours ago

Democrats in disarray as rank and file clash with Chuck Schumer's plan to run elderly moderates in must-win races | Fortune

Clearly there's a disagreement of strategy here. The business-as-usual calculation for what is going to be successful in a given election cycle does not necessarily, in my view, meet the moment.
SF politics
#politics
fromDefector
1 day ago
Left-wing politics

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago
US Elections

Sean Duffy's daughter says unmarried women "vote very, very poorly" because they need men - LGBTQ Nation

Unmarried women vote poorly due to seeking security from men, aligning with the Democratic Party's social programs.
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
1 day ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
US Elections
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Sean Duffy's daughter says unmarried women "vote very, very poorly" because they need men - LGBTQ Nation

Unmarried women vote poorly due to seeking security from men, aligning with the Democratic Party's social programs.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Democrats accuse Dem Senate candidate of being a GOP plant over his past support for the president - LGBTQ Nation

William Forbes is accused of being a Republican plant in Nebraska's Democratic Senate primary to divide the liberal vote.
#donald-trump
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Top Democrats Reportedly Grapple With Fraught' Question: Should 2028 Nominee Be a Straight White Guy?

Top Democrats are considering a straight, white, Christian man as their next presidential nominee for 2028 due to electoral biases.
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago

A Mamdani Strategist's Advice for Democrats in the 2026 Midterms

Embracing outsider candidates and addressing economic issues is crucial for the Democratic Party to achieve a historic majority in the 2026 midterms.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Jon Stewart Clobbers Frustrating' Chuck Schumer with Mocking Impersonation: I Don't Understand the Idea of Schumer'

Jon Stewart criticizes Democratic leadership, particularly Chuck Schumer, for passivity and lack of effective action ahead of the midterms.
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Top House Dems Delay Iran War Powers Vote as Trump Threatens Ground Invasion

Backlash is continuing to grow after US House Democratic leaders made the decision to push off a war powers vote on President Donald Trump's Iran war for more than two weeks, even though they may have the votes to pass it immediately.
US politics
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Pro-Israel Democrats decry settler violence in West Bank amid attacks on Palestinians

Israeli settlers are increasingly attacking Palestinian civilians in the West Bank, prompting strong denunciations from US lawmakers.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

Trump said low-income housing would destroy the suburbs, but 'soccer moms' are still abandoning him in droves | Fortune

Suburban citizens are increasingly mobilizing against Trump, indicating a shift in political activism and potential consequences for Republican control.
#gavin-newsom
fromAxios
6 days ago
US Elections

"She goes first": Newsom dances around Kamala rivalry on "The Axios Show"

fromAxios
6 days ago
US Elections

"She goes first": Newsom dances around Kamala rivalry on "The Axios Show"

Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Progressive Podcasters Fume Over Newsom Backtracking on Israel Criticism: Political Suicide'

Jennifer Welch and Kyle Kulinski criticized Gavin Newsom for retracting his statement on Israel being an apartheid state, citing political consequences and lobbyist influence.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Democrat John Fetterman Acknowledges, I Am More Popular With Republicans'

Sen. John Fetterman finds it confusing that he is more popular among Republicans despite voting predominantly with Democrats.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

SHOCK POLL: California Democrats at Risk of Being Shut Out of Governor's Race

A new poll, commissioned by the California Democratic Party and conducted by Evitarus, found that of 2,000 likely voters, Republicans Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco lead the pack with 16% and 14% of the vote respectively.
US Elections
#antisemitism
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

House Democrat GOES OFF on Michigan Senate Candidate's Rally With Hasan Piker

Democrats face credibility risks by associating with controversial figures like Hasan Piker, who has made antisemitic statements.
#new-york-politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago
NYC politics

4 years after Zeldin's near win, New York GOP still can't break through

Blakeman faces significant fundraising challenges against Hochul, with a large cash disparity impacting GOP campaign viability in New York.
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago
US politics

Why are so many NYC Democratic Congress members retiring or facing challenges from younger, left-leaning New Yorkers? | amNewYork

Multiple long-serving NYC Democratic House members are retiring or facing left-wing primary challenges, signaling a generational and ideological shift.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

4 years after Zeldin's near win, New York GOP still can't break through

Blakeman faces significant fundraising challenges against Hochul, with a large cash disparity impacting GOP campaign viability in New York.
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago
US politics

Why are so many NYC Democratic Congress members retiring or facing challenges from younger, left-leaning New Yorkers? | amNewYork

Marketing tech
fromThe Hill
1 week ago

Democratic digital ad firm launches new service aimed at better reaching likely primary voters online

DSPolitical is launching a digital ad targeting tool to help Democratic campaigns reach likely primary voters ahead of the November election.
SF politics
from48 hills
1 week ago

So much to protest next weekend - 48 hills

Mass protests against Trump’s actions are less visible compared to Bush's Iraq invasion due to public fatigue and lack of warning.
Right-wing politics
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Pete Buttigieg says the end of Tr*mp is only the beginning: "I'm going to be in politics longer than he is" - Queerty

Republicans are considering their political futures beyond Trump, while Democrats struggle to translate popular support into electoral success.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Democrats excluded from USC gubernatorial debate urge rivals to boycott in solidarity

Democratic candidates for governor demand a boycott of a debate due to exclusion of candidates of color based on biased criteria.
#kamala-harris
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Even California Voters Aren't Thrilled About a Kamala Comeback

Kamala Harris faces skepticism about a 2028 presidential run, trailing rivals in her home state of California according to recent polls.
SF politics
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 weeks ago

State Democratic Convention: Spring Training for Political Junkies - San Francisco Bay Times

Approximately 3,500 State Delegates attended the California State Democratic Convention in San Francisco February 20-22, with an additional 1,500 attendees participating in events and activities.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Mark Cuban names 2 up-and-coming Democrats he's impressed with, says the rest can't 'sell dollar bills for 50 cents'

Mark Cuban praises James Talarico and Zohran Mamdani as Democrats who effectively leverage social media algorithms to reach younger voters, contrasting them with traditional politicians who rely on podium speeches and media coverage.
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
3 weeks ago

Editor's note: In a rarity for NYC, Mamdani doesn't bid for DNC

Mayor Zohran Mamdani broke a 50-year tradition by not bidding to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention, ending a pattern where every recent NYC mayor pursued hosting their party's national convention.
#jesse-jackson
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Scoop: DNC officials working on secret report found Gaza stance cost Harris votes

Division over Israel split Democrats and reduced support among young and progressive voters, with pro-Israel positioning identified as a net-negative in the 2024 election.
California
from48 hills
1 month ago

With Gov Gav missing, will Democrats have a strategy to win in November? - 48 hills

Candidates must prioritize movement and collective goals over personal ambition, assessing whether they are the right person to advance the cause now.
fromABC30 Fresno
1 month ago

Bernie Sanders and Gavin Newsom become adversaries over push to tax California billionaires

"massive income and wealth inequality"
California
#civil-rights
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: Newsmax Guest Floored By Host Citing a Grok Definition in Her Question

It's not a common phrase used in mainstream politics. I just stumbled over it. Today, we asked Grok for a definition, and here's what it said: Class-based internationalismmeans that the principle that workers and the working class across all countries share the same fundamental interest in opposing capitalism and should unite internationally, prioritizing class solidarity over national, ethnic, or even patriotic loyalties.
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US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Is Trumpism losing steam?

Trumpism reshapes both major US parties: Republicans stay unified behind Trump while Democrats remain centrist despite gains by left-leaning progressives.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Pelosi Denies AOC 'Tensions' As She Talks Up 'Star' Democrat

All I said to people who say, you have this tension, we didn't have any attention. All I said is, if you want to be a legislator and pass bills, it's important to have the votes to do it. It doesn't help to go online and criticize the people that you want to have because they're not as progressive as you are. She's been a star, eloquent, forceful, and the rest. And she gets along very well with Hakeem Jeffries. They have a New York connection, but I'm so glad she's here.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

John Fetterman Explains Why Dem Brand 'Continues To Drop'

Unchecked southern border and large migrant encounters are overwhelming Democratic-led cities, hurting the Democratic brand and prompting political backlash.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Stephen A. Smith Threatens Presidential Run Yet Again: I'm Giving Strong Consideration to Being on That Debate Stage'

Stephen A. Smith is seriously considering a 2028 presidential run and will use 2026 to study issues before deciding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN's Harry Enten Reports an All-Time High' Percentage of Americans Think the Dems Are Too Liberal'

The Democratic Party shifted sharply left: 'very liberal' Democrats rose from 5% to 21%, while conservative Democrats fell to about 8%.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

All My Ex-Democratic Saviors Live in Texas

Texas Democrats lack effective strategy and unity to win statewide elections despite demographic trends and a potentially winnable political environment.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Grijalva: We Just Got Thrown Under the Bus

President Obama betrayed Democrats and working families by backing a deal that cuts Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security to placate right-wing radicals and wealthy interests.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Bill Maher Warns Democrats They Need to Demand Celebrities Shut the F**k Up' if They're Going to Win Elections

Hollywood [is] sort of the epicenter of the woke left. I don't think they're doing the Democratic Party any favors, the comedian said. I think if Democrats want to win elections in the future, job one, tell the celebrities to Just shut the f**k up. You're not helping. You don't strike people in most of the country as sensible or in touch with reality.'
Left-wing politics
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Will Democrats Dare Nominate a Woman for President in 2028?

Democrats remain divided on whether America is ready for a woman president despite women's electoral gains and mixed outcomes against female Democratic candidates.
#government-shutdown
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Rahm Emanuel steers a course between 'monopolists' and 'Marxists'

Rahm Emanuel is exploring a presidential campaign to challenge Democratic orthodoxies, criticize foreign-policy retrenchment, and oppose the Trump administration.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

What can we expect in American politics in 2026?

Democrats will gain electoral opportunities from right-wing fractures, backlash against anti-transgender attacks, Trump's policy fallout, and rising younger, LGBTQ-supportive Democratic leaders.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

What Elizabeth Warren Gets Wrong About Democrats

The Democratic Party is split between progressive purity and moderates who blame the 2024 loss on unpopular social policies and insufficient distancing from the administration.
US Elections
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Analyst says liberal is no longer a "4-letter word" as conservatives rapidly lose their edge - LGBTQ Nation

A record share of Americans now identify as liberal, driven mainly by Democrats, coinciding with stronger Democratic midterm prospects.
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Democrats should reject tech influence to win elections, Warren says

Democrats should reduce tech mogul influence and pursue populist, pro-working-class policies to rebuild trust and win future elections.
US politics
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

The Democratic Party is 'doomed to fail' if it does this, Warren says in high-profile speech

Economic populism, not dependence on wealthy donors, is the path for Democrats to win future elections by prioritizing working people over corporate interests.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Despite Themselves, Democrats Look Well Positioned for the Midterms

Ten months is an eternity in political time, but from today's vantage point, Democrats have to feel pretty good about their chances of delivering an electoral shellacking to President Donald Trump and his congressional allies in November. To be clear, this has very little to do with any change in the campaign strategy, policy thinking, or moral imagination of national Democrats.
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fromAxios
2 months ago

"It looks weak": Some Democrats want their party to shut up and clap for Maduro's capture

Democratic leaders condemned Trump for bypassing Congress on the Venezuela operation, while some centrist Democrats urged a more measured response acknowledging the outcome.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

A Misremembered Working-Class Democrat

Moynihan combined erudition with working-class identification, which fueled his political success and presaged the left's loss of working-class voters.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Democrats Are Ending the Year on a Particularly Dumb Note

Promoting the Porch Pirates Act and withholding the DNC 2024 autopsy risk undermining Democratic momentum by expanding federal criminalization and avoiding internal review.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

'55 Points Underwater!' CNN's Harry Enten Laughs in Shock as Congressional Dems Hit Lowest Ever' Ratings

Congressional Democrats' net approval has plunged to historic lows, with overall approval under 20% and independents showing a net -61 point rating.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Kamala Harris Gives Blunt Review of Stuck in the Past' Democratic Party

The Democratic Party must modernize messaging, listen to newer voices, and move beyond purity tests to stay relevant for midterms and 2028.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

This teacher and sportswriter knows his Senate campaign is a long shot. He's convinced he can oust Markey anyway.

Alex Rikleen grew up in Wayland and now lives in Acton with his wife and two children. He graduated with an education degree from Boston College in 2009 and taught history for years. On the side, Rikleen wrote about fantasy sports, covering basketball and football. He pivoted in 2016 to pursue sportswriting, and since 2020 has balanced professional writing with an adjunct teaching position at Framingham State University.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Eileen Higgins, the gringa' who returned Miami to the Democrats after three decades

When you have a great candidate who's focused on the issues of the people and solutions for the people, along with an organized party doing year-round organizing, consistently showing up in communities, with the resources to communicate to the electorate, it produces wins, says Nikki Fried, chair of the Florida Democratic Party. This is going to be a great example of not just what happens in South Florida, but what can happen across the state.
US politics
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Hong Kong's last major opposition party disbands amid Chinese pressure

Hong Kong's Democratic Party voted to disband and enter liquidation amid pressure and national security measures that curtailed pro-democracy opposition.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

California's role in shaping the fate of the Democratic Party and combating Trump on full display

California offers Democrats economic strength and progressive policies but also polarizing issues and negative portrayals that complicate its national electability.
fromWIRED
3 months ago

David Hogg to Democratic Establishment: Get the Message or Get Voted Out

"going to get the message or they're going to get voted out."
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US politics
fromAxios
3 months ago

Democrat announces articles of impeachment against Hegseth

Rep. Thanedar will unveil articles of impeachment accusing Hegseth of murder and mishandling classified information at a rally in Washington, D.C.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Senator Who Trashed Fellow Dems in Texts Blames Old Friend for Leaking Them to MAGA Outlet

Ruben Gallego criticized Democratic culture and appearance, warned the party's appeal is narrowing, and said he was heartbroken after a longtime friend leaked private messages.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Cory Booker Gives Scathing Review of Democrat Party

The Democratic Party failed this generation, must refocus on people, address affordability, adopt modern platforms, and rebuild a clear pro-working-class vision.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Is the Democratic party embracing Bernie Sanders-style politics? | Dustin Guastella

Democrats across factions have converged on a populist economic platform emphasizing affordability, universal services, and major investments to regain working-class support.
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Is the Tide Starting to Turn Against AIPAC?

Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts made a surprising announcement last month: The moderate Democrat said he would no longer accept donations from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC). Spurning AIPAC was not, on its face, shocking. In the more than two years since Israel's onslaught in Gaza began, numerous members of Congress have pledged not to accept money from the lobby, all from the more progressive wing of the Democratic Party.
US politics
#jeffrey-epstein
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 months ago

Nydia Velazquez, 16-term Brooklyn congresswoman, announces retirement * Brooklyn Paper

"There is still so much work to be done, and I feel the urgency of this moment every day. Our country faces crises on multiple fronts. Every day the Trump administration is working to undermine civil rights and our democracy," Velázquez said in a statement, "At the same time, the American Dream is slipping further away for working people as wealth inequality worsens and life becomes less affordable. But I believe in the resiliency of the American people and the ability of a new generation of leaders who are ready for these great challenges."
Brooklyn
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Biden Adviser Mike Donilon Torches Dems Over 'Betrayal'

Democratic leaders pressured Biden to withdraw, betraying him by doubting his electability and ability to serve as president.
#working-class-voters
fromAxios
4 months ago

Furious progressives swarm Schumer's job as Democratic leader

Van Hollen isn't pursuing Schumer's job, a source familiar told Axios, but he does want a "serious discussion on how to more effectively fight back" against President Trump. Between the lines: Van Hollen has quietly been building his national profile, and some progressives want him to run for president. Progressives say they are open to other leadership hopefuls. Talking points privately circulated by the progressive groups last week argued Van Hollen is "uniquely prepared for this moment."
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Bill Maher Blasts Dems for Ditching Science And Going Too Far on 'Gender Bullsh*t'

The Democratic Party embraced gender ideology beyond scientific consensus, prioritizing LGBTQ issues and altering policies like birth certificates and transgender healthcare access.
#chuck-schumer
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Dave Portnoy Says He Turned on Dems Because They Branded 'White Dudes' Society's 'Bad Guy'

Portraying white men and traditionally masculine behavior as societal villains alienated many young white men and contributed to their move away from Democrats.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

James Carville Hits Back at Fox Host's 'Smartest' Dem Pick

James Carville ridiculed Sen. John Fetterman after Kayleigh McEnany called Fetterman the Democrats' smartest, praising Gov. Josh Shapiro and criticizing party decisions.
US politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Dems Are Right: Trump Is Undermining Democracy. So Is Their Party's Right Wing.

Moderate and right-wing Democrats have undermined democracy by prioritizing compromises, closed-door deals, and ignoring voter demands while denouncing Trump's threat.
fromAxios
4 months ago

Chaos erupts on House floor as Democrat moves to condemn fellow party member

"Everybody has been trying to say to her, 'Why today?' We have really focused, important work to do today,' one House Democrat who was on the floor at the time told Axios. Clark, the lawmaker explained, 'was trying to ... say [to Gluesenkamp Perez], 'You don't need to do this right now.'"
US politics
from48 hills
4 months ago

Drama Masks: 'Hills of California' sings, 'Woman in Black' thrills - 48 hills

It seems like Arthur Miller's The Crucible always finds its way back into my life somehow. From first reading the play in high school to performing in it a decade ago to rolling my eyes at Aaron Sorkin's sexist misinterpretation of it, the quintessential "political play" finds new and interesting ways to once again grab my attention, faults and all. I thought of it again after the past week's exciting political developments.
Arts
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Bernie Sanders Slams Out of Touch' Democratic Leadership That Gets Advice From Pathetic' Consultants

Democratic leadership and its consultant class are out of touch with grassroots and working-class priorities, favoring wealthy contributors over progressive economic and healthcare reforms.
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