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Trump-inspired political cynicism continues to transform NC conservatives
Today, longstanding American political traditions in elections and lawmaking like respect for one’s adversary, self-discipline and sacrifice, abiding by established rules and roles, and commitments to open debate, widespread voter participation and honorable, nonpartisan public service are fast becoming passé. Instead, accumulating and maintaining power at all costs now trumps all other priorities.
2 Dan Sullivans Face off in Alaska's US Senate Primary, Which Also Features a Former Congresswoman
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Alaska voters are choosing candidates for November's general election in a series of primary contests Tuesday, including a U.S. Senate race that will be among the most closely watched in the nation this fall. The campaign featured over a dozen contenders in each of the top ...
Live Results: Florida midterm primaries
Florida voters will select nominees Tuesday to replace term-limited Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis and to complete the remainder of Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s unexpired U.S. Senate term.
Live Results: California special election to replace former Rep. Eric Swalwell
With two Democrats competing on the ballot, the seat in California’s 14th Congressional District is guaranteed to remain under Democratic control and further narrow an already fragile Republican majority in the chamber.
Trump Votes by Mail Again in Florida
The president also voted by mail in 2020 and in a Florida special election in March, even as he has railed against the practice and equated it to cheating.
Stein vetoes pair of bills making election, judicial changes
House Bill 958 would shorten early voting windows, and House Bill 377 would allow the state's chief justice to suspend trial court judges without pay.
Spectrum News to host three debates ahead of 2026 election
NY1 will host multiple debates ahead of the 2026 election.
7+ Florida Politics Now: Election Day preview
On this episode, we’re previewing the upcoming primary elections.
NC House bill 958 that targets early voting days expected to be vetoed by Gov. Stein
Gov. Josh Stein is expected to act Monday on House Bill 958, a sweeping election measure recently passed by lawmakers that has drawn opposition.
US midterm election betting races past 2024 congressional total, data shows
The group forecast that total wagers on the 2026 midterms could reach $1.6 billion if betting activity accelerates at the same pace as it did in 2024.
Russian court jails Kremlin opposition politician for opposing war in Ukraine
A court in Russia convicted a prominent opposition politician for speaking out against the war in Ukraine and sentenced him to 11 years and a month in prison in the latest crackdown on dissent ahead of next month’s parliamentary election.
AMP SPORTS ADDS FORMER PACKERS PRO BOWLER HA HA CLINTON-DIX AS CO-HOST OF THE TUNDRA - GREEN BAY PACKERS PODCAST
Clinton-Dix Joins Packers Legend John Kuhn; WLUK FOX 11 Sports Director Ryan Wing Also Joins AMP Sports Podcast Green Bay – August 17, 2026 — Sinclair’s AMP Sports today announced former Green Bay Packers safety and Pro Bowl selection Ha Ha Clinton-Dix is joining THE TUNDRA: A Podcast on the Green Bay Packers as co-host...
Politics and the Limits of Language
Ben Rhodes's new book makes an earnest case for the political power of words. But the degradation of our public life can’t be reversed by rhetoric alone.
3 Arsenal matches moved for TV
New kick-off times have been announced for three autumn fixtures as the latest round of live TV selections is confirmed.Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesThree of Arsenal‘s Premier League fixtures ha...
Viewpoint: When politics becomes a business, we pay the price
Russell Cleveland writes, This initiative won't solve every problem in our politics, but restoring transparency, accountability and a reasonable balance of power between ordinary citizens and wealthy political interests is a critical first step toward restoring something we desperately need: Trust.
Viewpoint: When politics becomes a business, we pay the price
Russell Cleveland writes, This initiative won't solve every problem in our politics, but restoring transparency, accountability and a reasonable balance of power between ordinary citizens and wealthy political interests is a critical first step toward restoring something we desperately need: Trust.
Grant will support reporting on women in politics
Deep South Today will deepen its reporting about redistricting, statehouse races and local elections in Mississippi, Louisiana and Arkansas, focusing how these events affect women's political participation and representation.
Some Democrats trying to reclaim the issue of faith from the Republican Party
In some of the most critical races this election cycle, several Democrats are sharing how their faith has shaped their views and politics.
Health records in GOP race for Oklahoma governor could help sway voters, experts say
Gentner Drummond’s push to pressure his opponent into taking a drug test taps into voter concerns over candidates’ health and could tip the outcome of the contentious runoff election for Oklahoma’s Republican nominee for governor, some political observers said.
In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what representation means in diverse districts
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is running for reelection in a new Florida district after Republicans redrew the congressional map.
In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what representation means in diverse districts
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is running for reelection in a new Florida district after Republicans redrew the congressional map.
Two visions of America are emerging as midterms draw near. Voters must decide which one is real
Two rallies, nearly 1,000 miles and two days apart, laid out the increasingly stark choice confronting midterm election voters and a looming moment of reckoning over the nation’s future course.
A guide to Northwestern’s political scene, voting in the 2026 midterm election
Northwestern students have an abundance of ways to become politically involved this school year, with student groups and November midterm elections. Students across the aisle can find communities on campus, from the NU College Democrats to the NU College Republicans. NU Political Union, a nonpartisan student forum, and BridgeNU, an organization that aims to encourage...
How Geopolitics Has Rewired Brazil's Business Risks
Brazil’s 2026 elections, polarization, and U.S. trade pressures make political risk a core strategic variable for businesses operating or looking to operate in the country.
How Geopolitics Has Rewired Brazil's Business Risks
Brazil’s 2026 elections, polarization, and U.S. trade pressures make political risk a core strategic variable for businesses operating or looking to operate in the country.
Cory Mills went from hero to top Democratic target. Can he survive a GOP Primary challenge from Ryan Elijah?
The 2-term incumbent suffered an election cycle of scandals, and now faces 3 GOP challengers.
Trump has to balance American politics with American interests, political analyst says
'Fox News Sunday' panelists debate the geopolitical and economic fallout from the Iran war, its effect on U.S. gas prices and what it means for President Donald Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Republicans won the redistricting competition. Don't tell that to this California congressman
President Donald Trump last year told GOP-controlled states to redraw their maps before this year's midterm elections to increase the number of winnable seats for Republicans in order to help the party hold onto the U.S. House.
Major political transformation is underway in Hungary after Victor Orban was ousted
NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks with journalist Nick Thorpe about the changes made by the Hungarian government since Victor Orban's Fidesz party lost power following elections in April.
Data centers in Texas prove a key topic months away from midterm elections
A recent poll shows the majority of Texans support requiring large AI data centers to disclose water use and fund their own power grid upgrades.
On election eve, remembering Nancy Metayer and a better politics
Coral Springs City Commissioner Nancy Metayer was killed just over four months ago. Here, a friend muses that Metayer makes for a good role model in increasingly divisive times.
David M. Shribman: A socialist high-water mark in Maine and the Midwest?
OGUNQUIT, Maine — As Maine goes, so goes the nation? Maybe. But maybe not. That phrase, from the faded past, once was a sturdy political guideline....
Democrats' 2028 presidential calendar gives Black and Latino voters and union members an early say
The primary lineup pushes Iowa from the traditional top spot and makes South Carolina the leadoff state, voting on Jan. 22, 2028, followed by Nevada on Feb. 1.
AMC Entertainment Holdings (AMC) Puts Board Declassification And Shareholder Rights To A Vote
AMC Entertainment Holdings (NYSE:AMC) outlines proposed corporate governance changes ahead of its upcoming annual shareholder meeting. The company seeks to declassify its board of directors so all directors stand for election more frequently. Proposals include expanded shareholder rights to act by written consent and to call special meetings. Investors are weighing how the reforms could affect board accountability and shareholder influence at AMC. For readers watching AMC and looking for...
Gender-affirming care, Russia sanctions and Kalshi: CT politics news
by CT Mirror Staff, CT Mirror August 14, 2026 These news briefs are part of The Connecticut Mirror’s 2026 political coverage. For more news about the 2026 legislative session, campaigns, elections …
Trump’s Kennedy Center and ballroom fixations are political malpractice for the GOP
Republicans are facing a potentially ugly 2026 midterm election in less than three months. And nobody seems to be able — or perhaps even cares to try — to prevail upon President Donald Trump to mitigate the damage.
Survey: Healthcare costs potent political issue in Georgia, but more for Democrats than Republicans
As Georgia approaches its gubernatorial election, candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson offer opposing solutions to rising healthcare costs amid a University of Georgia survey showing widespread bipartisan concern over affordability and price transparency.
Trump visiting Long Island to boost Bruce Blakeman’s gubernatorial run with speech on crime
Trump is also hoping to bolster GOP chances of holding onto the House of Representatives in the fall midterm elections, although analysts say he could weigh down candidates in suburbs where he is deeply unpopular.
Your Weekly Michigan Political Brief
Abdul El-Sayed announced that he had been endorsed by the Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus in his run for U.S. Senate, alongside the entire Michigan Democratic slate for the 2026 midterm elections. El-Sayed was also endorsed by the Planned Parenthood Action Fund. The Michigan Education Association has recommended Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s Democratic candidacy for […]
Is this a good day or a bad day for Nigel Farage?
As expected, the Reform UK leader easily won the Clacton by-election but was nowhere to be seen after the result.
Nigel Farage faces renewed watchdog probe after Clacton by-election victory
The investigation into a £5m gift received by Farage reopens, as he returns as the MP for Clacton.
Prediction markets are turning politics into a game, says Frank Luntz
Frank Luntz, FIL Inc. pollster and political strategist, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the 2026 midterm elections, takeaways from primary elections, when polls miss the mark, future of the Democratic Party, and more.
Greens take on data centers, a literal hat trick by Kagan, Tablada retires, in political notes
The Green Party adds a prominent data center opponent as a campaign adviser, Sen. Cheryl Kagan literally pulls questions out of a hat for a quiz of election officials and longtime state and county environment official Horacio Tablada retires, in political notes.
Nigel Farage beats Count Binface to win back seat in Parliament in widely mocked election
Farage, leader of the anti-immigration Reform UK party who some see as a possible next prime minister, abruptly quit his seat in July amid an investigation into whether he failed to report a 5 million pound ($6.7 million) gift from a crypto billionaire overseas.
Nigel Farage says he won’t attend count in Clacton byelection against Count Binface
The Reform UK leader will not be present at vote count in byelection he has tried to frame as the ‘people versus the establishment’
Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging 2020 election certificate
The dismissal marks the latest setback in swing states’ efforts to prosecute fake electors who tried to keep Trump in the White House after he lost to Joe Biden in 2020.
Bernie Sanders says he can’t get involved in every race. Some allies wish he would.
Some high-profile progressives are blaming the Vermont senator for not endorsing Francesca Hong in Wisconsin. Sanders told POLITICO he has “limited resources.”
Kalshi ordered to shut down sports and election prediction markets in Washington state by Sept. 2
A Seattle judge ordered Kalshi to geofence Washington users out of its sports, elections and entertainment markets by Sept. 2, and threatened the prediction market platform with $120,000-a-day penalties for missing the deadline. Kalshi's motion to pause the order while it appeals was denied at both the trial court and the Washington Court of Appeals.
Voters prefer socialist over MAGA candidate in 2028 matchup: Poll
New polling released this week suggests that a socialist candidate would defeat a Make America Great Again candidate in a hypothetical 2028 presidential matchup, a move that implies the reach of progressive leftists isn’t abating despite recent setbacks in Wisconsin. If the 2028 election for president were held today, 55% of respondents said they would […]
Israel’s Leaders Find Allies Among the Global Far Right
As Israel becomes an increasingly polarizing factor in elections around the world, it is finding allies among the global far right.
3 Entrepreneurs Want to Be Chicago’s Next Mayor. Each Has a Different Plan for the City
With the next mayoral election less than a year away, a number of well-known founders and business leaders have entered the race to lead the Windy City.
Republicans see Minnesota fraud scandal as a chance to go on offense in a blue state
The newly minted GOP ticket wasted no time before hammering Democrats over fraud. Dozens of people have been convicted of stealing hundreds of millions of dollars meant to provide food, shelter, healthcare and childcare to people in need.
McMahon retains counsel in legal fight over term limits
The Onondaga County executive obtained legal representation in the board of elections battle.
Apple TV Gains Classic Movies Collection
Apple has again added a collection of classic movies to Apple TV that subscribers can now stream at no extra cost. The films are located in a new "Great Movies Available Now on Apple TV" carousel inside the Apple TV app. So far, free titles are showing up for subscribers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, with the exact selection differing by country.
Nigel Farage faces off against Count Binface in special election that's been denounced as a stunt
Nigel Farage, leader of the anti-immigration party Reform UK, had hoped a special election Thursday for his Parliament seat would help quell awkward questions about his finances.
How money actually works in American elections
The midterms are flooded with cash, but donors don’t always get what they want. A political scientist explains where the money matters most.
After years of landslide victories, Klobuchar faces a tougher political fight against Demuth
The governor’s race will be Sen. Amy Klobuchar’s toughest test in a statewide election, following a series of easy reelections to the U.S. Senate. Republicans see Lisa Demuth as their best shot at capturing anger over fraud scandals and fatigue with the Walz administration.
The election deniers coming to a swing state near you
Tom Tiffany said 2020 was stolen. Now he’s the GOP pick for Wisconsin governor. And there are others like him.
The US is now using the ‘terrorist’ label to interfere in Brazil’s election
The designation of PCC and CV serves to expand Washington’s reach into the country’s politics and security.
Abbey Murphy Says Oilers “Shocked” Her On Tkachuk Wingmen Podcast
It won’t be long before the Edmonton Oilers open Training Camp in preparation for the upcoming 2026-27 NHL Season, but as is the case with every NHL club, they hosted Development Camp for the club’s young draft selections earlier in the summer.And during Development Camp, there was a special guest on hand – none other […] The post Abbey Murphy Says Oilers “Shocked” Her On Tkachuk Wingmen Podcast appeared first on HEAVY.
Historic election results and the impact on women and politics in the Mid-South
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South Carolina Senate Runoff Kicks Off With Chick-fil-A and Trump Calls
Darline Graham and Ralph Norman emerged from a special election sprint on Tuesday to succeed Lindsey Graham. She will sell her closeness to President Trump. He will tout his conservatism.
Wharton Shares Analysis of Connecticut’s Political Future
Dr. Jonathan Wharton, professor of political science and urban affairs at Southern Connecticut State University, recently joined “Face More Facts” on NBC Connecticut to examine the results of Connecticut’s historic primary election and discuss what they could mean for the state’s political future. The wide-ranging conversation covered the defeat of longtime U.S. Rep. John Larson, Gov. Ned […]
Russia: Why is the Yabloko party barred from the elections?
Russia's supreme court has banned the anti-war opposition party Yabloko from September's parliamentary elections. What does this mean for the election campaign, opponents of the war and for the political mood in Russia?
Analysis | With Crowley atop their ticket, Wisconsin Democrats hope for a 2026 sweep
The party establishment is breathing a sign of relief that democratic socialist Francesca Hong, who led the pre-election polls by double-digits, will not be topping their ticket.
Peggy Flanagan wins Senate primary in Minnesota, notching another victory for progressive Democrats
Flanagan defeated centrist Rep. Angie Craig with a pledge to fight the influence of corporations and confront Republican President Donald Trump.
Wisconsin primary offers mixed signals for Democrats, and other election takeaways
David Crowley’s win by less than a percentage point over state Rep. Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, showed neither side of the party debate was winning the argument convincingly.
Peter Chan’s Toronto Selection ‘The Road Not Taken’ Boards Moebius
Moebius Entertainment boards international sales for Peter Ho-Sun Chan’s Toronto premiere ‘The Road Not Taken.’
How California's primary election reflects the perils facing the national Democratic Party
Low turnout among young and non-white voters in California signals that Democrats should focus on organizing to beat Republicans nationally.
Count Binface, the man in a can with a plan, seeks Parliament seat in Britain’s wackiest election
Binface, a self-described intergalactic space warrior, has landed in the center of the U.K.’s political universe ahead of a special election against Trump ally Nigel Farage, among others.
Hollywood goes quiet as stars rethink speaking out on politics
As the midterm elections are heating up, more and more Hollywood stars say they’re putting a freeze on speaking out about politics, perhaps feeling burned by the 2024 White House race. …
Cooke wins Democratic primary in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District
Cooke is making her second run against Van Orden, who defeated her in the 2024 general election.
Progressive Peggy Flanagan sweeps Minnesota Senate primary in race defined by anti-ICE anger
State’s Democratic lieutenant governor bests Angie Craig in another election contest pitting a progressive against a moderate
Hochul, Blakeman campaign in NYC with less than 3 months until Election Day
Hochul spent time on the Lower East Side promoting a food benefits program for kids, and Blakeman was in Flushing, Queens, with business leaders.
Small business owner and veteran Sam Jimenez joins East Palo Alto council race
Sam Jimenez submitted papers to run for one of two open seats on the City council that will go before voters in the November election.
Artificial intelligence gets smarter in the lead-up to midterms
AI-generated images aren’t the only way artificial intelligence is influencing our elections and public opinion.
Dems move to stop Blakeman’s AI depictions; he claims they’re trying to cheat
New York Democratic Party Chair Jay Jacobs filed a complaint with the state Board of Elections alleging the Blakeman campaign is violating state law.
Jury selection continues on Day 2 of Tupac's murder trial. Why did it take 30 years to get here?
The long-awaited trial over Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing begins on Monday, with prosecutors relying heavily on Duane "Keffe D" Davis's own statements.
Judge bars Trump administration from implementing order to limit mail voting
The president sought to create a federal voter list and involve the U.S. Postal Service in election operations in a way that would limit mail voting
Judge bars Trump administration from implementing order to limit mail voting
The president sought to create a federal voter list and involve the U.S. Postal Service in election operations in a way that would limit mail voting
What to watch in primaries in Wisconsin and Minnesota and beyond
The left vs. center theme is on display in Democratic primaries in multiple states voting Tuesday, with other significant races in places like Alabama and South Carolina.
Trump declines to rule out declaring a national security emergency to control the 2026 election
President Donald Trump in a new interview declined to rule out declaring a national security emergency as a means to try to assert more control over the 2026 midterm elections.
Live Results: Connecticut midterm primaries
Two veteran Democratic incumbents in Connecticut face strong challenges in a state primary on Tuesday.
Fueled by national movement, democratic socialist shakes up Wisconsin's governor's race
A democratic socialist is trying to rise above the governor’s endorsed candidate in Wisconsin’s chaotic primary race for governor.
The Guardian view on AI money in US politics: not the way to hold an urgent democratic debate
Editorial: Amid public concern over the impact of new technology, Silicon Valley’s use of its wealth to influence specific election races is an unwelcome development
Live Results: Vermont midterm primaries
Vermont Democrats will try on Tuesday to do something they’ve been unable to do in five previous attempts: nominate a gubernatorial candidate who can beat the Republican governor.
Alabama Republicans to pick nominee to challenge Democratic Rep. Figures in redrawn district
Six Republicans are competing in a special primary election Tuesday to challenge Democratic Rep. Shomari Figures in November. the district's Black voting age population dropped from 48% to 40%, making it more favorable for Republicans.
Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs chooses former GOP Mayor John Giles as running mate
Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs has selected a Republican-turned-independent as her running mate in a tough reelection campaign.
In a partisan age, a Democratic governor goes outside her brand for a running mate
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs (D), facing a tough reelection fight, chooses former mayor John Giles, a lifelong Republican who recently became an independent.
South Carolina Senate Primary Special Election 2026 Live Results
View results from the 2026 South Carolina Senate Primary Special Election. Follow live outcomes as votes are added up on Election Day.
Wisconsin Governor Primary Election 2026 Live Results
See live results from the 2026 Wisconsin Governor primary election as Republican and Democrat votes are counted by candidate and county.
Live Results: Alabama midterm U.S. House primaries after redistricting
Voters in four of Alabama’s seven congressional districts will select U.S. House nominees Tuesday under a new map that eliminates one of the state’s two majority-Black districts currently represented by Democrats.
Live Results: South Carolina special primary election to replace Sen. Lindsey Graham
Ten Republicans will compete in a special primary election Tuesday to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham on South Carolina's general election ballot.
Opinion: CT students write on today's primaries
Are today's politics too nasty in nature to allow for discussion about them in school?
Live Results: Minnesota midterm primaries
Minnesota Democrats will decide a competitive U.S. Senate primary Tuesday in another face-off between moderate and progressive candidates that could define the party’s identity heading into the midterm elections.
Live Results: Wisconsin midterm primaries
Wisconsin voters will decide another high-profile clash between the party’s establishment and progressive wings in a gubernatorial primary on Tuesday.
Live results: Connecticut primary election
See Connecticut election results and maps for the 2026 primaries.