Fetterman slips up on stage at the Texas Tribune Festival and calls himself ‘a lifelong Republican’: ‘That will get clipped’ He also talked about his future as a Democrat We Got This Covered · Sep 28
John Fetterman pushes back against allegations he’s a lazy senator, bad Democrat The Pennsylvania senator has regularly criticized his party, sparking speculation he could caucus with Republicans after the 2026 midterms. At the Texas Tribune Festival, he called on Democrats to embrace a diversity of views. The Texas Tribune · Sep 26
"Respectable women in long skirts": Tajani under fire in memes and international media Italian Foreign Minister Tajani sparked outrage after saying he prefers 'respectable' women in long skirts. Opposition women senators donned skirts in protest, and memes of the minister spread well beyond Italy on social networks. Euronews · Sep 26
‘Up Against a 500-Pound Gorilla’: Can Dems Make Inroads in Deep-Red West Texas? With a candidate on the ballot in every state and federal race, the minority party is trying hard to gain some ground in the GOP’s electoral firewall. Texas Observer · Sep 23
2 midterm elections that brought on new eras in US politics The conventional wisdom is that the Democratic Party has the advantage in the 2026 midterm elections and could become the majority party in one, or both, chambers of Congress. The margin of that anticipated victory is harder to predict. The Conversation · Sep 23
About the Jon Ossoff thirst edits "If the girls and the gays want to look at Jon Ossoff and be like, ‘Wow, he looks so good in those pants,’ let us. Salon · Sep 20
JD Vance rouses RNC to cheers by taking jabs at Abdul El-Sayed and a protester who appeared with a Mexican flag to define what he calls American values “Do not throw the baby out with your bathwater.” We Got This Covered · Sep 12
Vance calls Democrats 'party of hatred' as he seizes MAGA spotlight US Vice President JD Vance launched a virulent attack on the Democratic Party Thursday, accusing them of being the "party of hatred" at day two of the Republican convention ahead of the November midterm elections. With public support for President Donald Trump at record lows, Republican figures are increasingly trying… France 24 · Sep 11
In Laredo, a County Judge and MAGA Convert Seeks to Topple Henry Cuellar Tano Tijerina, who prominently switched parties after Trump's 2024 inroads in South Texas, is trying to cash in on political connections while also casting himself as the insurgent outsider. Texas Observer · Sep 10
John Fetterman makes surprise video appearance at GOP convention, and pledged to work with Trump: ‘Always going to stand with America’ Fetterman’s rebellion continues. We Got This Covered · Sep 10
Political party definition Political parties nominate candidates and work to win elections based on a shared set of political goals. USAFacts · Sep 10
Indian Americans lead Democratic support among Asian voters ahead of US midterms Indian Americans show the strongest Democratic preference among the Asian American groups surveyed ahead of the US midterms, with 66% backing Democratic Senate candidates. Filipino Americans stand out in the opposite direction, with 49% supporting Republicans, as cost of living emerges as the top concern across AAPI voters. The Economic Times · Sep 9
Rise of far-right leader Roberto Vannacci challenges Meloni as she celebrates Italian milestone Futuro Nazionale party’s speedy poll rise poses questions whether PM will return to her roots before election The Guardian - UK · Sep 3
Can Democrats flip deep-red seats? Inside the party’s long-shot midterm House strategy Democrats are dreaming of pulling off upsets in what might be called “reach” House districts, where Republicans usually win and likely will again The Independent UK · Sep 3
The Independent UK · Sep 1 Massachusetts Democratic primary is a generational clash as Rep. Seth Moulton targets Sen. Ed Markey Democrats across the U.S. are showing a strong desire for change
Roll Call · Aug 28 Seth Moulton pushes for ‘new generation’ of leaders but clock is ticking SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton began clamoring for generational change long before it became a political cliche. The Iraq War veteran and Harvard graduate won his North Shore congressional seat in 2014, after dislodging a nine-term Democratic incumbent. A few years later, he led an ultimately unsuccessful uprising…
Euronews · Aug 27 US Democratic Party’s progressives and moderates face off in pre-midterms civil war A string of recent primaries across the US have thrown new light on the deep divisions between the party's political factions. Is opposition to Trump enough to unify the coalition?
The Guardian - US · Aug 24 Why does the New York Times keep calling the left ‘divisive’? The newspaper often uses the word to describe elections with progressive contenders, implying a previous whole destroyed by the left
We Got This Covered · Aug 23 ‘If I could wave a magic wand’: Laura Loomer wants Muslims rounded up and deported. Then Mehdi Hasan turns her exact words back on her Using one form of hatred to justify another.
The Economic Times · Aug 22 From Kabul to Capitol Hill: Aisha Wahab’s historic win drives Democrats left Aisha Wahab made history as the first Afghan-American elected to the U.S. Congress. Her victory highlights a significant leftward shift within the Democratic Party. This progressive surge is evident in other recent primary contest wins across the nation. The movement reflects a younger, more diverse, and immigrant-led political force.
Roll Call · Aug 21 A Massachusetts primary tests Democrats’ appetite to ‘change the culture’ PEABODY, Mass. — The 2026 midterm primary cycle has been a year of tests — both ideological and generational — for Democrats across the nation. A race for a House seat north of Boston poses another question: Are voters looking for a candidate with powerful connections and a raft of…
The Times of India · Aug 21 From Kabul to US Congress, Aisha Wahab gives Dems a nudge to the left Aisha Wahab, who is of Afghan-American descent, made history by being the first to be elected to the U.S. Congress following a special election. Her success underscores a significant and evolving shift towards progressive values within the Democratic Party, particularly reflected in recent primary victories across various states. This rise…
The Guardian - US · Aug 18 Top Democrats tussle in Florida primary but progressive liberalism not on menu Politics that worked for Democratic candidates in New York, Minnesota, Michigan won’t cut it in red Florida, analysts say
Reason · Aug 17 Who Pays for Medicare for All? Plus: Democrats reckon with the rise of the DSA, Trump scales back America's military presence abroad, and the case for letting kids play outside
Benzinga · Aug 17 John Fetterman Warns Democrats Becoming 'Party of Socialism' as 58% Give Socialism Positive Rating: 'This Is Lunacy' Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) warned that the Democratic Party is moving further toward socialism after a new poll found that 58% of Democratic respondents view socialism positively.