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Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
16 hours ago

I'm a Maine Reporter Who Went to High School With Graham Platner

Graham Platner, a former radical student, is now a leading Democratic candidate for the US Senate, showcasing a remarkable political transformation.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Who is Morgan McSweeney? Starmer's right-hand man and Peter Mandelson ally

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
fromSFGATE
1 hour ago

As California election season heats up, Anh Phoong stars in political ad

When something's wrong, call Anh Phoong. And when insurance is looking grim, vote for Jane Kim. This collaboration emphasizes the importance of supporting women in leadership roles.
SF politics
Non-profit organizations
fromSlate Magazine
12 hours ago

Want to Be Democrats' Presidential Nominee in 2028? Here's a Nonnegotiable Requirement.

The dismantling of USAID has resulted in over 750,000 lost lives, primarily children, and must be reversed by future political candidates.
NYC parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours ago

Hakeem Jeffries Faces Biting Question From Literal Child During Presser: Why Do Voters View Democrats So Badly?'

Democrats face voter frustration due to economic struggles and dissatisfaction with political institutions.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
16 hours ago

Will Lindsey Boylan Be New York's Newest Sewer Socialist?

Lindsey Boylan, first woman to accuse Cuomo of harassment, is running for City Council with a progressive platform.
#democratic-party
Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
16 hours ago

Democrats dominate midterm fundraising, but Republicans have a huge cash advantage

Democratic candidates are significantly outraising Republicans in key contests for Congress despite low approval ratings for the national party.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

How Democrats Can Lose Michigan, Again

Democrats may face challenges in Michigan as Abdul El-Sayed's leftist positions could alienate moderate voters despite appealing to party primary voters.
Left-wing politics
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Dems weighing 2028 campaigns run from 2020 positions

Democrats are distancing themselves from recent left-leaning policies ahead of the 2028 election, citing voter dissatisfaction as a key reason for 2024 losses.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

We can't lose': all eyes on potential 2028 Democratic contenders at big party gathering for this year's midterms

Prominent Democratic figures gathered in NYC for the NAN convention, focusing on midterms, affordability, and the party's future.
#redistricting
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
19 hours ago

Democrats up in Virginia, but US voters may pay price for redistricting war

Unprecedented congressional redistricting risks increased gerrymandering, with Virginia's recent map changes expected to benefit Democrats in upcoming elections.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 hours ago

AOC has 3 simple words for Republicans angry about Virginia's redistricting vote - LGBTQ Nation

Republicans express anger over Virginia's redistricting plan that favors Democrats, while Democrats call out GOP hypocrisy on gerrymandering.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
19 hours ago

Democrats up in Virginia, but US voters may pay price for redistricting war

Unprecedented congressional redistricting risks increased gerrymandering, with Virginia's recent map changes expected to benefit Democrats in upcoming elections.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 hours ago

AOC has 3 simple words for Republicans angry about Virginia's redistricting vote - LGBTQ Nation

Republicans express anger over Virginia's redistricting plan that favors Democrats, while Democrats call out GOP hypocrisy on gerrymandering.
#california-governor-race
California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
22 hours ago

With Eric Swalwell out, Xavier Becerra sees boost in California governor's race

Swalwell's supporters are shifting towards Xavier Becerra as the California governor race intensifies.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Becerra, Steyer Tie For Democratic Lead In Governor's Race Following Endorsements

Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer are tied for the Democratic lead in the California governor's race after key endorsements.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Is Matt Mahan's campaign for California governor losing steam? - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan faces challenges in the California governor's race, including low polling, internal tensions, and a controversial fundraising strategy.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
6 days ago

Mahan's Poll After Swalwell Exit Shows Bigger Boost in Support Than Independent Poll

Matt Mahan's support has surged in the California Governor primary race following Eric Swalwell's exit amid sexual assault allegations.
SF politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Billionaire Tom Steyer's spending binge dwarfs rival campaigns in California governor's race

Tom Steyer is spending over $115 million on ads in the California governor race, significantly outpacing his competitors.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
California

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan Declares He's Running for Governor, Becomes Zillionth Democrat In the Race

California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
22 hours ago

With Eric Swalwell out, Xavier Becerra sees boost in California governor's race

Swalwell's supporters are shifting towards Xavier Becerra as the California governor race intensifies.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Becerra, Steyer Tie For Democratic Lead In Governor's Race Following Endorsements

Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer are tied for the Democratic lead in the California governor's race after key endorsements.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Is Matt Mahan's campaign for California governor losing steam? - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan faces challenges in the California governor's race, including low polling, internal tensions, and a controversial fundraising strategy.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
6 days ago

Mahan's Poll After Swalwell Exit Shows Bigger Boost in Support Than Independent Poll

Matt Mahan's support has surged in the California Governor primary race following Eric Swalwell's exit amid sexual assault allegations.
SF politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Billionaire Tom Steyer's spending binge dwarfs rival campaigns in California governor's race

Tom Steyer is spending over $115 million on ads in the California governor race, significantly outpacing his competitors.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
California

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan Declares He's Running for Governor, Becomes Zillionth Democrat In the Race

SF LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

State Senator Scott Wiener drives right-wingers mad with his harness-heavy fundraiser - Queerty

Scott Wiener held a fundraising event in San Francisco, emphasizing LGBTQ+ support and addressing housing and healthcare issues.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Democratic Candidate Apologizes for Pro-Gun, Pro-Police Social Media Posts

Bob Brooks, a Democratic congressional candidate, apologized for past social media posts that included pro-gun sentiments and criticism of Colin Kaepernick.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Californians are pouring money into Democrats' Senate races in other states

James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate in Texas, has raised a staggering $27 million so far this year, with California donors contributing just under $1.2 million to back his campaign - second only to Texas supporters among those donors whose names were disclosed.
Fundraising
#homelessness
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
6 days ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Inside
18 hours ago

No Big Winner in Statewide Debate of CA Governor Hopefuls

Homelessness, gas prices, and political blame dominated the gubernatorial debate in San Francisco, highlighting divisions between Republican and Democratic candidates.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Morgan McSweeney, Keir Starmer's former chief of staff, to be questioned by MPs

Morgan McSweeney will testify before MPs regarding pressure from Downing Street over Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Markey, Healey get high marks in new Suffolk/Globe poll

Sen. Ed Markey leads Rep. Seth Moulton in the Democratic primary, with strong job approval ratings for both him and Gov. Maura Healey.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Major Prediction Market Reveals US Politicians Were Caught Betting on Their Own Elections

Three U.S. congressional candidates were caught trading on their own elections, violating Kalshi exchange rules.
fromAxios
4 days ago

The 2028 Democratic primary is coming for hopefuls' partners too

Lori Shapiro expressed her concerns to her husband, stating, 'I don't think we are ready to do this. It's not the right time for our family. And it's not on our terms.'
Left-wing politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Democrat Betty Yee drops out of race for California governor

Betty Yee has suspended her campaign for California governor, making the announcement on Monday morning. She was part of a crowded field of Democrats.
California
Washington DC
fromAxios
4 days ago

Dems kick off 5-city fight to host 2028 convention

Cities are competing fiercely to host the Democratic National Convention, each promoting their strengths while undermining rivals.
US politics
fromLexington Herald Leader
6 days ago

Are paid influencers boosting KY political campaigns? They don't have to say

Social media influencers promoting political candidates are not legally required to disclose paid endorsements, creating a significant loophole in political advertising regulations.
#california-politics
Fundraising
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Saikat Chakrabarti has spent $5M running for Congress. That's just a down payment.

Saikat Chakrabarti leads fundraising in California's 11th congressional district race, primarily through personal contributions, but has spent nearly all of it quickly.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed due to sexual assault allegations, leading to his resignation and loss of support from political allies.
Fundraising
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Saikat Chakrabarti has spent $5M running for Congress. That's just a down payment.

Saikat Chakrabarti leads fundraising in California's 11th congressional district race, primarily through personal contributions, but has spent nearly all of it quickly.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed due to sexual assault allegations, leading to his resignation and loss of support from political allies.
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Four Democrats Rally Behind Caretaker Candidate to Fill Swalwell's Seat Until End of Term

Party leaders are urging candidates to step aside and support retired state Senator Bob Wieckowski in the June 16 special election to act as a temporary replacement through the end of the seat's current term in January.
US Elections
Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Democrats Warned Not to Upset Multi-Million Dollar AI Lobbyists, Even Though It'd Be a Slam Dunk With Voters

The Democratic party's strategy to appeal to conservative voters failed, leading to criticism of prioritizing donors over constituents.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Mamdani jolts Council race on Manhattan's West Side ahead of early voting | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed Lindsey Boylan in a competitive Manhattan City Council special election, impacting the race dynamics significantly.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Elizabeth Warren Defends Graham Platner Endorsement As Anchor Drops Scathing List of Scandals

Elizabeth Warren defends her endorsement of Graham Platner despite his controversial past, emphasizing his current engagement with the community and shared views on systemic issues.
#matt-mahan
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Ethics complaint alleges pro-Matt Mahan PAC, campaign illegally coordinated

Matt Mahan allegedly coordinated with super PACs, violating state laws against candidate-PAC communication.
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Ethics complaint alleges pro-Matt Mahan PAC, campaign illegally coordinated

Matt Mahan allegedly coordinated with super PACs, violating state laws against candidate-PAC communication.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

We Are About to Miss the Opportunity of a Lifetime

2026 and 2028 can initiate transformational change if anger is channeled into a clear vision and goals.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

Mamdani Wants to Show That Democratic Socialism "Can Flourish Anywhere"

Democratic socialism can thrive nationally, focusing on the working class and delivering practical governance, as demonstrated by the mayor's early accomplishments.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Progressive Senate Candidate Who Campaigned With Hasan Piker Surges to Primary Lead In Latest Poll

El-Sayed became the center of a heated debate on the left after he appeared at a campaign rally alongside Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, who is known for his outlandish rhetoric.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

In Big Sky Country, Big Political Intrigue

Shannon O'Brien emphasized, 'Listen if ANY of you EVER find yourselves questioning my intentions, please call me. I will continue to move forward to get Democrats elected. There's no hidden agenda.'
SF politics
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks 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.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Fetterman Gets Stunning Rejection from His Fellow Pennsylvania-Based Congressional Democrats When Asked if They Would Back Him for Reelection

Sen. John Fetterman faces significant opposition from Pennsylvania House Democrats, with no support for his potential 2028 reelection as a Democrat.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Sorry, JD Vance': CNN's John King Lays Out Disaster Scenario for VP's 2028 Presidential Hopes

Midterm elections may jeopardize JD Vance's presidential ambitions amid Democratic optimism and Trump's low approval ratings.
US politics
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Scoop: Platner declares Mills nearly finished in Maine Senate primary

Platner's campaign is shifting focus to the general election, showing confidence with polls indicating a significant lead over Mills.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Zohran Mamdani Is Wavering on One of His Most Important Campaign Promises

The proposed Department of Community Safety aims to redefine security and challenge police power through a socialist framework.
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Hoping to unseat Collins, Maine Democrats battle it out in an expensive US Senate primary

Graham Platner, a political newcomer, quickly won the endorsement of Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., after launching his campaign in August, tapping into Democrats' disenchantment with party leaders.
US news
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

After 'No Kings' rally, local organizers are looking to sustain momentum. What's next?

The 'No Kings' coalition in Boston emphasizes ongoing engagement and plans for May Day mobilization with weekly actions and community involvement.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Jon Ossoff calls out Mar-a-Lago mafia' amid presidential bid rumors

Jon Ossoff criticized Donald Trump's predictions on Iran and highlighted the corruption of the president's family during a campaign rally in Georgia.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

Jack Schlossberg May in Fact Happen, According to Polls

Jack Schlossberg leads the Democratic primary race for Congress with 22% support, followed by Alex Bores at 19% and Micah Lasher at 14%.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Saikat Chakrabarti's Big Ad Push Puts Him Five Points Behind Wiener In New Poll

Saikat Chakrabarti, the 40-year-old centimillionaire and former tech engineer, has been doing his utmost to gain some name recognition in San Francisco, seen as a longshot challenger to Nancy Pelosi.
SF politics
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

AI attack ads are hitting Massachusetts political campaigns

Lawmakers in Massachusetts are considering regulations for AI use in political advertising due to concerns about misleading voters and democratic integrity.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Bernie Sanders wades into NY-7 race to back Mamdani's pick to replace Velazquez | amNewYork

Bernie Sanders endorsed Claire Valdez in the Democratic primary for New York's 7th Congressional District, supporting the city's left flank after Nydia Velazquez's retirement.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 weeks ago

Attack Ads and Scandals Haven't Dented Graham Platner's Lead

Graham Platner leads the Maine Democratic senate primary significantly, despite controversies surrounding his past actions and statements.
#kamala-harris
US Elections
fromFortune
1 week ago

Kamala Harris says she's 'thinking about' running for president again: 'I'll keep you posted' | Fortune

Kamala Harris is considering a presidential run in 2028, receiving strong support from African American activists.
US Elections
fromFortune
1 week ago

Kamala Harris says she's 'thinking about' running for president again: 'I'll keep you posted' | Fortune

Kamala Harris is considering a presidential run in 2028, receiving strong support from African American activists.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
4 weeks ago

Mamdani's New Democratic Adversary

Mayor Mamdani initiates a new approach to mental health crisis response, creating the Mayoral Office of Community Safety instead of a separate department.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago

McMahon Touts First Year in Office; Dems, Students Push Back

Trump put someone in this position that has absolutely no experience and is completely unqualified to run the Department of Education. I'd like her to quit. Resign. Put someone in there that actually knows the job and understands education. There is nothing that she can do other than walk away.
Education
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Takeaways from the first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns

By rallying behind Talarico, the party sided with someone who pledged to change Washington while finding consensus. The 36-year-old state representative's win over Crockett cements his status as a rising star and will likely make him one of Democrats' most prominent candidates this year. He campaigned with denunciations of 'politics as a blood sport' and an insistence that people want 'a return to more timeless values of sincerity and honesty and compassion and respect.'
US news
Fundraising
fromAxios
1 month ago

Ken Martin's dysfunctional DNC alarms Democrats

DNC Chair Martin faces internal criticism for financial mismanagement, thin-skinned leadership, and over-promising commitments that undermine party infrastructure and donor confidence.
SF politics
from48 hills
1 month ago

Race for Congress takes shape-even as Wiener ducks community groups he doesn't like - 48 hills

State Sen. Scott Wiener avoided a congressional candidate forum, revealing a pattern of refusing to engage with audiences that may challenge him, raising concerns about his readiness to represent San Francisco in Congress.
Washington DC
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Boston named finalist to host 2028 Democratic National Convention

Boston and four other cities will undergo spring site visits by Democratic National Committee officials before selection as host for the 2028 Democratic National Convention scheduled for August 7-10.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

The People Transforming Mamdani's Promises Into Policy

Three recent appointments demonstrate Mamdani's commitment to that long-cited political adage that personnel is policy. He and his team are drawing qualified, visionary, sometimes unconventional talent from the best of previous administrations-all deployed to pull on as many levers as possible to make New York a more just and affordable city.
NYC politics
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Can Democrats post their way to midterm victories?

Headquarters revives @KamalaHQ team to create a Gen Z-focused, left-leaning media brand repurposing large-following social accounts to disseminate viral political content.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

For some, McSweeney resignation removes obstacle to eventual downfall of Starmer

Morgan McSweeney's resignation exposed criticisms of Keir Starmer's leadership and highlighted McSweeney's extensive influence and polarised legacy within Labour.
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
1 month 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.
US politics
fromJezebel
2 months ago

Democrats' Special Election Winning Streak Makes Me Wanna Lib Out Like It's Summer 2016

Democrats have won recent special elections and flipped historically Republican districts despite GOP spending and prior Trump margins.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Sarah McBride demands Trump administration release severely disabled Delaware resident from ICE custody

Victor Acurio Suárez, a Delaware resident with significant developmental disabilities and asylum claims after violent gang attacks in Ecuador, faces imminent deportation.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Progressive Maine Senate Candidate Gets Scathing Community Note Over Latest Attack On Susan Collins

You voted to send me to Iraq. Did you not learn anything from that experience? You need to stand up. The American people do not want this war. The American people do not support a war that is going to get young American men and women killed, that is going to kill an immense amount of Iranian civilians—all on behalf of the Israeli government and the Saudi government.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Democrats are campaigning as if the 2026 election will be fair. That's a mistake | Austin Sarat

U.S. elections face serious risk of not being free and fair due to potential executive interference, intimidation, and attempts to seize voting equipment.
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