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Poll Finds Most Want Mask Rules to Remain, in Spite of Judge’s Decree
Nearly 6 in 10 Americans backed extending the federal travel mandate on masks to May 3.
DeSantis’s Education Department Bans 54 Math Books Over Supposed “CRT” Content
The state has yet to issue specific reasons why the titles were in violation of state standards.
Challenge to Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Candidacy Can Move Forward, Judge Rules
Greene's lawyers didn't provide enough evidence that the challenge would ultimately fail, the judge noted.
Warren Argues Windfall Profits Tax Can Help Democrats Avert Big Midterm Losses
The senator noted that there is much President Biden can do unilaterally to deliver relief to people across the U.S.
Efforts to Build Trust in Elections Face Thriving 2020 Election Denier Community
Can believers in Trump's “Big Lie” be convinced by poll workers and local leaders to trust the democratic process again?
Beyond the “Ghost Gun” Ban, We Need Local Leaders to Fund Violence Prevention
Responding to pain by enforcing a criminal code through policing is ineffective in addressing community needs.
Black Florida Lawmakers Say DeSantis’s Gerrymandered Maps are “Overtly Racist”
The maps pack and dilute Black voters into several different districts, limiting their influence in congressional races.
As Republicans Push Far Right Agenda, Stakes for Midterms Couldn’t Be Higher
Voter turnout for midterms tends to be low, and Republicans are far more reliable voters than Democrats.
Judge Denies Stacey Abrams the Ability to Raise Funds the Way Brian Kemp Can
The rule, which limits challengers' fundraising abilities, was signed into law by GOP Gov. Brian Kemp last year.
RNC Unanimously Votes to Withdraw From Presidential Debate Commission
The committee said it will only allow candidates to participate in party-sanctioned debates from now on.