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A Challenge to the New Blue Congress: Govern as Progressives
Tuesday's election results were driven by grassroots enthusiasm for progressive policies, not centrism.
Post-Midterms, Trump Is Not “Pivoting.” He’s Pushing Us Toward Authoritarianism.
For Trump and his followers, this mixed result is a vindication, not a critique, of their actions.
Six Women of Color Who Campaigned for Congress on Inequality and Won
These women of color trailblazers drew from their own personal stories to win over the hearts of voters.
Trump’s Embrace of “Nationalist” Label Is Final Link to Dangerous Pattern
By calling himself a “nationalist,” Trump has made it clear who gets to be a part of his “nation.”
To End the Trump Nightmare, We Need a Radical Political Agenda
Progressives got out the vote; now begins the hard work of transforming our political expectations and demands.
Ocasio-Cortez: We Need to Confront Trump’s Creeping Authoritarianism
Democratic Socialist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rode an anti-authoritarian wave to become the youngest woman ever elected.
Fair Voting Results in GOP Losses
Republicans have traditionally exploited anti-democratic measures present in the US Constitution to remain in power.
In Historic Midterm, Women Help Democrats Take Control of the House
One hundred women will serve in the House for the first time in US history.
Stacey Abrams Refuses to Give Up: Georgia Governor Race Still Too Close to Call
Abrams is refusing to concede an election that many say was rigged by her Republican opponent, Brian Kemp.
New Evidence Shows Texas Senate Race Was Vulnerable to Manipulation
Was the critical contest between Beto O'Rourke and Ted Cruz counted correctly?