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Is Effective Altruism Really a Doom Cult?

On the Freed Up podcast, Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss effective altruism, Sydney Sweeney, and the UT Austin student body.

Reason · Sep 18

Dems' progressive problems go beyond DSA

The Democrats’ reckoning is more complicated than you might think

Salon · Jul 8

Democratic socialists aren’t the only young, progressive Democrats dividing the party

A number of recent high-profile congressional primaries in the Democratic Party have resulted in the nomination of unexpected candidates. Many of these winning candidates have unseated entrenched incumbents, as 29-year-old Colorado attorney Melat Kiros did to U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, who has been serving in the House for three decades.

The Conversation · Jul 7

Democratic Socialism Remains an Elite Phenomenon

Darializa Avila Chevalier is supported by wealthy, well-educated elites.

Reason · Jun 25

Zohran Mamdani's revolution is remaking New York politics, and Democrats may be heading for their own MAGA moment

In a pivotal turn for New York City's politics, endorsed candidates of Zohran Mamdani have triumphed in the Democratic congressional primaries. This win signifies a reshaping of the political scene, highlighting a burgeoning progressive momentum that confronts the traditional party machinery. The implications on future elections and the broader national…

The Times of India · Jun 25

Claire Valdez defeated three other candidates in the Democratic primary for New York's 7th Congressional District on June 23, 2026

Claire Valdez (D) defeated Vichal Kumar (D), Antonio Reynoso (D), and Julie Won (D) in the Democratic primary for New York's 7th Congressional District on June 23, 2026. Reynoso, Valdez, and Won led in fundraising and media attention. Incumbent Rep. Nydia Velazquez(D), who was first elected in 1992, did not…

Ballotpedia · Jun 25

Democratic Socialists are already preparing for 2028 presidential primary after roaring election night wins

The political party, which saw big wins in New York City Tuesday, is looking for a candidate to represent the progressive movement in 2028

The Independent UK · Jun 24

Mamdani-backed candidates win New York Democratic primaries

Three candidates backed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primary elections for seats in the US House of Representatives on Tuesday, according to US media projections. In the 7th Congressional District, Claire Valdez, another Mamdani-backed candidate, won against Antonio Reynoso for outgoing Nydia Velazquez's seat.

The Economic Times · Jun 24

New York City’s rising power centers

New Yorkers supported the leftmost candidates at nearly every opportunity on Tuesday

Salon · Jun 24

The Democratic party is being hit by a leftist tidal wave

The party’s leadership is deeply out of touch with its base. A leftist politics of collective struggle is cresting across the US

The Guardian - US · Jun 24