State Democrats are looking for ways to advance their priorities without help from WashingtonState Democrats are leveraging local legislation to address key issues amidst federal challenges posed by the Trump administration.
The Pitched Battles for Partisan Control in State LegislaturesPolitical polarization has intensified in state legislatures, affecting control battles and legislative priorities.Democratic lawmakers face heightened challenges as they defend against Republican gains and Trump’s influence.
Outspent 4-to-1, Republicans still made gains in state legislative electionsRepublicans maintain control over more state legislatures than Democrats, indicating ongoing advantages and challenges for both parties.
The Pitched Battles for Partisan Control in State LegislaturesPolitical polarization has intensified in state legislatures, affecting control battles and legislative priorities.Democratic lawmakers face heightened challenges as they defend against Republican gains and Trump’s influence.
Outspent 4-to-1, Republicans still made gains in state legislative electionsRepublicans maintain control over more state legislatures than Democrats, indicating ongoing advantages and challenges for both parties.
Republican-run states see opportunity to push extreme policies under TrumpTrump's re-election is seen as a mandate for conservatives to implement policies across Republican-led states.
Number of women who are state lawmakers inches up to a recordWomen will hold a majority of state legislative seats in Colorado and New Mexico in 2025, but overall growth in representation remains modest.
It's Pride Month: How LGBTQ+ rights changed around the world this past yearMore U.S. state bills target LGBTQ+ rights; international progress includes expanding same-sex marriage rights.
Push to restrict LGBTQ+ rights hits a snag in state legislaturesLegislative push against LGBTQ+ rights losing momentum.
It's Pride Month: How LGBTQ+ rights changed around the world this past yearMore U.S. state bills target LGBTQ+ rights; international progress includes expanding same-sex marriage rights.
Push to restrict LGBTQ+ rights hits a snag in state legislaturesLegislative push against LGBTQ+ rights losing momentum.
Opinion | The Price We Pay for Having Upper-Class LegislatorsThere is a coordinated effort to weaken child labor laws in multiple states, reflecting a broader trend of concentrating power in employers' hands.