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Hedge Fund Billionaires and Former GOP Megadonors Power New Democratic Super PAC
The group's top donor has a history of backing Republicans.
As “Citizens United” Turns 10, We Need to Fight to Get Money Out of Politics
In the decade since this awful Supreme Court ruling, just 11 wealthy people have made 20 percent of super PAC donations.
Bernie Sanders Denounces Trump’s Effort to Divide Democrats
“Let's be clear about who is rigging what,” Sanders said.
The Women’s March Is Back and Ready to Defeat Trump
The Women’s march returns this year with a new strategy to get women activated to oust Trump in November.
Wisconsin May Purge 200,000 Voters From State Rolls in 2020
Wisconsin’s 2016 presidential vote was decided by fewer than 23,000 votes.
Sanders and Warren Show Differences on Trade and Health Care in Debate
Sanders and Warren disagreed on whether to hold out for ideal solutions or to settle for immediate but limited reforms.
Ranked Choice Voting Gains Traction for 2020
Proponents say the system allows for viable third-party candidacies by breaking the hold of the two-party system.
Warren Stands to Gain From Castro Donors After Endorsement
Julián Castro had most donors in common with Sen. Elizabeth Warren compared to other Democratic candidates.
Bernie Sanders Leads in “Gold-Standard” Iowa Poll for First Time
This is the first time in either of his runs for president that Sanders has led this poll.
Will Youth Climate Activists Be the Crucial Swing Vote in Iowa?
In the upcoming Iowa Democratic caucus, 17-year-olds who can vote will command an undeniable clout.