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How Far Can the Left Go in the Democratic Party?
The odds are still stacked against those, like Ocasio-Cortez, who hope to transform the Democratic Party.
DNC Chair Tom Perez on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Win and Obama’s Immigration Policies
Tom Perez discusses more.
How $1.8 Billion in Unregulated Digital Ads Could Sway Midterms
GOP resistance to campaign finance rules for digital ads is threatening US democracy.
Democratic National Committee Votes to Roll Back Power of Superdelegates
The push to scale back the influence of superdelegates intensified in the wake of the 2016 Democratic primaries.
The Hope of a “Blue Wave” Is Dangerous to Democracy
The best way to discourage voting—and thwart democracy—is to predict a big win for any party.
How the Case for Voter Fraud Was Tested — and Utterly Failed
Things didn’t go well for Kobach in the Kansas City courtroom.
US Supreme Court Decision a “Roadmap” for a Ruling on Partisan Gerrymandering Case
Wisconsin activists won't simply be waiting for the court to act.
The Curious Campaign Role of Donald Trump’s Foundation
If Trump loses the case brought forth by New York, it could be costly.
A Familiar Scene in North Carolina as State Lawmakers Introduce New Voting Restrictions
Two years after striking down an unconstitutional voting law, North Carolina is trying to revamp it.
Ohio’s Junk Mail Trick Led the Supreme Court to Approve Jim Crow Voter Purge
A team of attorneys has found a way to fight back against the racially biased practice.