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Why Did AOC and Bernie Sanders Keep Backing Biden in His Campaign’s Last Days?
We can, and should, demand more from our officials than cynical political maneuvering.

An Ethos of Compliance in the Democratic Party Made the Biden Debacle Possible
The lure of going along to get along with high-ranking officials is part of the party’s dominant political culture.

Joe Biden Drops Out of Presidential Race
Biden is the second president in US history to withdraw from the election as the presumptive nominee for his party.

This Week’s RNC Highlighted the Right’s Strategy for Courting the Working Class
Why did the president of the Teamsters speak at the Republican National Convention? It’s part of the far right’s plan.

How Long Do Democrats Have Left to Replace Biden on the Ballot?
Let's talk about when Biden's presidential candidacy passes the point of no return.

Can Anyone Still Convince Biden to Step Aside?
The future of Biden’s candidacy has never been more uncertain.

Anti-Trans Policy Pushed by Project 2025 Passes Dem-Controlled Senate Committee
Transgender care for members of the military and their dependents is under threat more than ever before.

Biden’s Refusal to Step Down Could Spell Disaster for Down-Ballot Democrats
Polls suggest Biden’s candidacy could shred Democrats’ hopes of retaining the Senate and winning control of the House.

Schumer, Pelosi Appear Open to Replacing Biden as Nominee as Donors Flee
Reports have found that the campaign is losing huge amounts of support from donors big and small.

Biden Doubles Down on Candidacy as New Campaign Implores Him to Drop Out
At a Wisconsin rally and in a sit-down interview, Biden refused to heed growing calls for him to “pass the torch.”