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Trump and the GOP Reach New Racist Lows, But Democrats Won’t Stop Them
Leading up to the midterms, Democrats have been running away from the issue of immigration in any form.
The Election Is Only Half the Battle: Challenges of Progressive Governance
For progressives to succeed in government, we will need movement-based inside-outside strategies of governance.
Women Democrats Outraise All Other Candidates Among Women Donors
At $159 million, Democratic women candidates have received the largest amount of money from female donors.
Red-State Senate Democrats Are Top Recipients of Wall Street Donations
Senate Democrats who helped roll back Obama-era financial regulations have received millions.
Meet the Health Care Industry’s Favorite Democrats
If Democrats are going to control the House, the health care industry wants to control these Democrats.
The Rise of Shadow Parties
Republicans and Democrats have found a new way to set up super PACs and rake in dark money.
Pipe Bombs Point to How Trump’s Rhetoric Emboldens Violence
Federal authorities have launched an investigation after pipe bombs were sent to a number of prominent Democrats.
House Democrats Could End Federal Marijuana Ban in 2019. Will They?
If Democrats don't make bold moves, President Trump could take credit for ending federal prohibition.
How Will We Defend Choice After Kavanaugh?
Don't depend on a “blue wave” to defend reproductive rights.
Activists Draw Their Own Electoral Map to End Racial Gerrymandering
Tired of being used as demographic bargaining chips, marginalized communities are creating their own electoral maps.