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Chicago-area congressional Democratic candidates lead in fundraising, new FEC reports show

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., once again is the champion fundraiser in the delegation, with $11.6 million cash on hand as of Sept. 30.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 18, 2022

Miami’s mayor would consider White House bid if the ‘mood of the country’ was right

MIAMI — Miami Mayor Francis Suarez would “strongly consider” a presidential run if he feels voters want a “next generation” Republican with a positive message — the most straightforward public comments yet from the 45-year-old mayor and private equity executive about whether he views himself as White House material.

Miami Herald · Oct 17, 2022

Trump slams Colorado Republican Senate candidate after Joe O’Dea says he wouldn’t back him for president

DENVER — The day after Republican U.S. Senate nominee Joe O’Dea said he’d “actively campaign against” Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential race, the former president lashed out at the candidate as a “RINO,” or Republican in name only.

The Denver Post · Oct 17, 2022

In partisan year, some Democrats stress work with Trump, GOP

WASHINGTON — Like many Democrats, Rep. Jahana Hayes of Connecticut hasn’t been hesitant to attack Donald Trump. She accused him when he was president of bullying and racism and said his actions on Jan. 6, 2021, posed a grave threat to democracy.

Tribune News Service · Oct 17, 2022

Democrats used to avoid talking about abortion with Latino voters. Then Roe was overturned

MIMBRES, New Mexico — Gabe Vasquez’s latest campaign ad is simple to the point of austere: Black-and-white portraits of women, a melancholic piano score, and a recitation of his opponent’s stance on abortion.

Los Angeles Times · Oct 17, 2022

Congressional fundraising climate favors Democrats

WASHINGTON — New filings from House and Senate candidates show Democrats drew strong financial support from contributors this summer and early fall, especially in battleground races for the Senate.

Tribune News Service · Oct 17, 2022

This year's election: Only one issue

Of course the economy and reproductive rights are important. But in the shadow of fascism, they almost don't matter

Salon · Oct 17, 2022

Debate moderator goes for viral for saying no-show Herschel Walker ‘represented by empty podium’

‘Herschel Walker refused to show up because he is not ready to represent Georgia,’ tweeted Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock’s campaign

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2022

In partisan year, some Democrats stress work with Trump, GOP - Roll Call

In this partisan year, Democrat Jahana Hayes cites working with Trump in reelection ad, and she's not alone.

Roll Call · Oct 17, 2022

They perfected the "art of polarization"

Historian Nicole Hemmer talks to Salon about how Rush, Newt, Buchanan and an obsession with Clinton remade the GOP

Salon · Oct 17, 2022