Opinion: In Contra Costa and beyond, voters deserve plain ballot languageLocal governments should prioritize transparency in tax proposals, contrasting with Netflix's ambiguous communication regarding price increases.
Editorial: Oakland's Measure A would duplicate taxes residents already payOakland voters should reject Measure A to avoid further tax burdens amidst the city's existing high tax rates.
Germany: nearly 90% of voters fear manipulation DW 02/06/2025German voters fear foreign interference in elections, with a significant majority advocating for measures to combat misinformation.
DeSantis appointee wins Miami-Dade school board seat, securing conservative majorityThe Miami-Dade school board will maintain a conservative majority after recent elections.
MSNBC Host Shocked By Clip of Trump Beginning to Call Pelosi Name That Starts with a B': This Man is Unwell and Unsettled'MSNBC's Symone Sanders-Townsend expressed shock at Trump's remarks about Pelosi, highlighting a disconnect between his comments and voter awareness.
Autocracy Is in the DetailsAutocrats use outrageous claims to test loyalty and manipulate public perception, showcasing how absurdity plays a key role in autocratic governance.
Why a Measure to Protect Abortion Rights in New York May Be in TroubleProposition 1 in New York struggles to gain support due to funding issues and the ambiguous language that has confused voters about its intent.
Live chat: Vance and Walz meet tonight for the vice presidential debate. Join our columnistsThe vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz may not impact the November election outcomes but promises memorable moments.
Who Won The Debate? The Swirling Existential Void That Will Consume Us All | DefectorThe debate illustrated the chaotic dynamic between Trump and Harris, culminating in familiar rhetoric rather than substantive dialogue.