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Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
23 hours ago

Democrats Warned Not to Upset Multi-Million Dollar AI Lobbyists, Even Though It'd Be a Slam Dunk With Voters

The Democratic party's strategy to appeal to conservative voters failed, leading to criticism of prioritizing donors over constituents.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Californians are pouring money into Democrats' Senate races in other states

James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate in Texas, has raised a staggering $27 million so far this year, with California donors contributing just under $1.2 million to back his campaign - second only to Texas supporters among those donors whose names were disclosed.
Fundraising
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

I'm voting Reform it can't get any worse': Starmer's election nightmare in Swindon

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Keir Starmer threw Olly Robbins under the bus' in wake of Mandelson vetting row

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Readers react as Conservatives close gap on Reform in latest poll

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Labour falls into fourth place behind Greens weeks before crunch local elections

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

I'm voting Reform it can't get any worse': Starmer's election nightmare in Swindon

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Keir Starmer threw Olly Robbins under the bus' in wake of Mandelson vetting row

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Readers react as Conservatives close gap on Reform in latest poll

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Labour falls into fourth place behind Greens weeks before crunch local elections

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
#political-advertising
US politics
fromLexington Herald Leader
2 days ago

Are paid influencers boosting KY political campaigns? They don't have to say

Social media influencers promoting political candidates are not legally required to disclose paid endorsements, creating a significant loophole in political advertising regulations.
Social media marketing
fromPhys
1 month ago

Do political social media ads influence the outcome of elections?

Political ads on Facebook and Instagram during the 2020 U.S. election primarily targeted existing supporters rather than persuading new voters, with minimal measurable impact on electoral outcomes.
US politics
fromLexington Herald Leader
2 days ago

Are paid influencers boosting KY political campaigns? They don't have to say

Social media influencers promoting political candidates are not legally required to disclose paid endorsements, creating a significant loophole in political advertising regulations.
Social media marketing
fromPhys
1 month ago

Do political social media ads influence the outcome of elections?

Political ads on Facebook and Instagram during the 2020 U.S. election primarily targeted existing supporters rather than persuading new voters, with minimal measurable impact on electoral outcomes.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

What each party is promising in the Westminster council election

Westminster City Council elections on May 7 will likely be a close contest between Conservatives and Labour, with multiple parties fielding candidates.
US Elections
fromFast Company
2 days ago

2028 candidates will face a new kind of economic anger

Economic anxiety driven by AI is significantly impacting lower-wage Americans, necessitating urgent adaptation from political candidates.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani jolts Council race on Manhattan's West Side ahead of early voting | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed Lindsey Boylan in a competitive Manhattan City Council special election, impacting the race dynamics significantly.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

What's Next for the GOP After Trump? Get Ready for 31 Flavors of MAGA.

Donald Trump's influence will significantly shape the political landscape after his departure from the Republican nomination.
Washington DC
fromVulture
3 days ago

Summer House Alum Luke Gulbranson Is Running for Congress

Luke Gulbranson is running for Congress in Minnesota's 8th District, focusing on pro-union and pro-affordability policies amidst personal drama from reality TV.
#ai-in-politics
fromAxios
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

GOP campaigns go all-in on AI, Dems not so much

Republicans are rapidly adopting AI tools for voter engagement, while Democrats remain cautious due to privacy concerns and skepticism about the technology.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
Boston

AI attack ads are hitting Massachusetts political campaigns

Lawmakers in Massachusetts are considering regulations for AI use in political advertising due to concerns about misleading voters and democratic integrity.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
5 days ago

GOP campaigns go all-in on AI, Dems not so much

Republicans are rapidly adopting AI tools for voter engagement, while Democrats remain cautious due to privacy concerns and skepticism about the technology.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

What I Learned at the Liberal Convention as Carney Clinches His Majority | The Walrus

The Liberal Party of Canada, under Mark Carney, emphasizes pragmatism and has secured a majority government following the 2025 election.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

No One Likes Tom Steyer!' Fox's Brian Kilmeade Suggests Republicans Might Pull Off Inside Straight in California

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race may unexpectedly benefit Republicans amid serious allegations against him.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

What you need to know as Hillingdon heads into local elections

Hillingdon is the second-largest and one of the greenest boroughs in Greater London, with a rich history and diverse demographics.
#keir-starmer
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Ministers rally around Keir Starmer as leadership questions grow over Mandelson saga UK politics live

Keir Starmer's appointment of Peter Mandelson should not cost him his job, as he has made the right decisions on key national issues.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Keir Starmer faces judgment day' as Mandelson vetting debacle grows

Keir Starmer expressed disbelief over not being informed of Peter Mandelson's vetting failure, leading to accusations of a cover-up and political fallout.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Keir Starmer says it is unforgivable he was not told Mandelson failed vetting

Keir Starmer expressed anger over not being informed of Peter Mandelson's failed security vetting before his appointment as ambassador to Washington.
#democratic-party
Media industry
fromUSA TODAY
6 days ago

Democrats won't win elections from the For You page | Opinion

Democratic candidates must enhance their social media strategies and focus on effective messaging to compete with Republicans.
Left-wing politics
fromAxios
1 week ago

Dems weighing 2028 campaigns run from 2020 positions

Democrats are distancing themselves from recent left-leaning policies ahead of the 2028 election, citing voter dissatisfaction as a key reason for 2024 losses.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

We can't lose': all eyes on potential 2028 Democratic contenders at big party gathering for this year's midterms

Prominent Democratic figures gathered in NYC for the NAN convention, focusing on midterms, affordability, and the party's future.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Progressive Senate Candidate Who Campaigned With Hasan Piker Surges to Primary Lead In Latest Poll

El-Sayed became the center of a heated debate on the left after he appeared at a campaign rally alongside Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, who is known for his outlandish rhetoric.
Left-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Data expert stunned as latest election hints at bigger GOP losses this fall: "Absolute disaster" - LGBTQ Nation

Analilia Mejia's win with a nearly 20-point margin over Hathaway is significant, indicating strong voter support for Democrats in the current political climate.
US politics
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Jack Schlossberg May in Fact Happen, According to Polls

Jack Schlossberg leads the Democratic primary race for Congress with 22% support, followed by Alex Bores at 19% and Micah Lasher at 14%.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 days ago

Progressive Media Org Launches Turning Point USA Competitor

Faiz Shakir, executive director of More Perfect Union, stated, 'We're hoping that an economic populist movement for the next generation will start through More Perfect Union on campuses.' This reflects the organization's goal to mobilize students around economic issues.
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Amsterdam News
1 week ago

Brooklyn Democratic district leaders navigating controversy as elections approach

Anthony Beckford, the District Leader for the 43rd Assembly District, stated, 'the party is the district leaders' and emphasized his commitment to supporting Black leadership despite the ongoing investigations.
Brooklyn
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Saikat Chakrabarti's Big Ad Push Puts Him Five Points Behind Wiener In New Poll

Saikat Chakrabarti, the 40-year-old centimillionaire and former tech engineer, has been doing his utmost to gain some name recognition in San Francisco, seen as a longshot challenger to Nancy Pelosi.
SF politics
fromThe Walrus
6 days ago

Poilievre May Be Struggling Right Now, but the Kids Still Like Him | The Walrus

In 2025, the political landscape was transformed when Mark Carney took the helm of the Liberals, leading to a surprising electoral turnaround that few predicted.
Canada news
#reform-uk
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Two more Reform local election candidates accused of offensive posts

Reform UK's candidate vetting process is inadequate, as evidenced by offensive social media posts from candidates in local elections.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
UK politics

Reform cold calling public in bid to find paper' candidates for local elections

Reform UK is cold calling individuals to recruit paper candidates for local elections before the deadline.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Two more Reform local election candidates accused of offensive posts

Reform UK's candidate vetting process is inadequate, as evidenced by offensive social media posts from candidates in local elections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Reform cold calling public in bid to find paper' candidates for local elections

Reform UK is cold calling individuals to recruit paper candidates for local elections before the deadline.
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
1 week ago

Democrats' growing credibility gap may cost them the midterms | Opinion

Democrats are losing voter trust due to a perceived gap between their campaign promises and governance.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Foolish Pollsters Are Now Just Asking AI What Voters Would Say in Response to Questions and Publishing It at Face Value

Axios mistakenly cited AI-generated polling data as human responses, highlighting risks of using simulations in opinion polling.
US Elections
fromNature
3 days ago

'Science needs defending': record number of researchers run for office in US mid-terms

An unprecedented number of US scientists are running for office in response to political actions affecting research funding and science policy.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Fox's Martha MacCallum Asks GOP Leader Why Senate Races Are Slipping Away From Republicans

Martha, I think most people are economic voters. I think they're pocketbook issue voters, which is why we need to be speaking to them. And the one thing that we've made very plain is because of the things we did last summer, they're going to have more money in their pockets.
US politics
#green-party
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Even ex-Reform voters are considering backing the Green Party, its newest MP says

The Green Party is gaining support from disillusioned voters previously aligned with Reform UK and Labour.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago
UK politics

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Even ex-Reform voters are considering backing the Green Party, its newest MP says

The Green Party is gaining support from disillusioned voters previously aligned with Reform UK and Labour.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.
SF politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor, rocking wide-open contest | Fortune

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race creates uncertainty as rivals vie for his supporters amid serious allegations against him.
#local-elections
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
#2028-election
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Top Democrats Reportedly Grapple With Fraught' Question: Should 2028 Nominee Be a Straight White Guy?

Top Democrats are considering a straight, white, Christian man as their next presidential nominee for 2028 due to electoral biases.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Top Democrats Reportedly Grapple With Fraught' Question: Should 2028 Nominee Be a Straight White Guy?

Top Democrats are considering a straight, white, Christian man as their next presidential nominee for 2028 due to electoral biases.
#uk-politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Pressure on Starmer grows over Mandelson vetting despite ousting of Foreign Office official UK politics live

Keir Starmer faces scrutiny over Peter Mandelson's vetting failures, with potential consequences for his leadership.
#trump
fromTruthout
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Polling Data Spells Potential Disaster for Republicans in the Midterms

Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Polling Data Spells Potential Disaster for Republicans in the Midterms

Trump's low approval ratings due to the war on Iran threaten Republican seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

How to Find Affordable Election Services for Unions

Union elections require careful selection of service providers to ensure reliability, security, and member participation while managing budgets and compliance.
#elections
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Messy and unpredictable: What I learned from election tour of the UK

Next month's elections in Scotland, Wales, and local councils will significantly test public opinion ahead of the 2024 general election.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Birmingham is awash with local election candidates but will result be a coalition of chaos'?

Birmingham's local elections face fragmentation with no party expected to win a majority, amid Labour's declining dominance and various candidate challenges.
US politics
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Democrats lead in NJ special election ahead of debate. Here's what to watch for.

Democrat Analilia Mejia leads in early voting against Republican Joe Hathaway ahead of their debate for a New Jersey congressional seat.
US Elections
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

The Silicon Valley congressional race is getting ugly | TechCrunch

The CA-17 race is intensifying with Ro Khanna facing challenges from Ethan Agarwal, who has a controversial legal history.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Progressive House Candidate Posts Ad Saying Centrist Dems Fellate Israel' And Suck Sh*t'

Melat Kiros challenges establishment Democrats, criticizing their support for Israel and failure to address key issues like healthcare and democracy.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

I've spent a decade fighting Trump. Here are six lessons I've learned | Saul Austerlitz

Grassroots activism has grown significantly in response to political challenges, emphasizing daily engagement and community mobilization against authoritarianism.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Attack Ads and Scandals Haven't Dented Graham Platner's Lead

Graham Platner leads the Maine Democratic senate primary significantly, despite controversies surrounding his past actions and statements.
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Opinion: School board should wait until after the election to select a new superintendent

The last three months have been tumultuous in the district. The community was divided by a surprise move in January to add ethnic studies to the high school curriculum, a class that Chinese and Jewish families felt was discriminatory. When new board member Rowena Chiu said publicly she felt bullied by other "woke" school board members for questioning the class, all hell broke loose.
Austin
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Voting for populist parties in local polls will put NHS at risk, says Streeting

Voting for populist parties in upcoming elections could jeopardize the NHS, according to Wes Streeting.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Voting begins for new federal NDP leader | CBC News

This is an opportunity for the membership to decide not only who the next leader is going to be, but what the future of the party is going to look like. That gives me hope that despite the election result, the NDP is here to stay.
Canada news
Left-wing politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

This Is the Next Wave of Political Fundraising

Content creators are increasingly leveraging their platforms for direct political fundraising, raising tens of thousands of dollars in single streams and establishing organized coalitions to convert followers into donors for campaigns and causes.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Green candidate replaced by rival who complained about him

A leading Green election candidate was suspended after a complaint, allowing a rival to take his place on the party's list.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Starmer kicks off crucial local election campaign with vow to fight for our values'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-the-ground reporting during critical moments in US history.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

The midterm primaries are turning out to be really bad news for incumbents - LGBTQ Nation

In perhaps a vain attempt to prove themselves moderate, the Democratic lawmakers helped override Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's vetoes. Voters responded with the kind of ballot-box fury that should serve as a lesson to other incumbents. It wasn't just a case that the incumbents lost. They were buried, with several of them getting trounced by margins of 40 points or more.
US politics
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Democrats must hash out viable candidates for governor

Democrats must coordinate to secure a top-two primary spot and guard against vote-suppression threats; schools should adopt high-expectations, data-driven practices to overcome obstacles.
California
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

California's Warring GOP Candidates Need Each Other to Win

California's 2026 gubernatorial race features an unusually crowded Democratic field with no clear frontrunner, risking an all-Republican general election due to the state's top-two primary system.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Latest Republican Efforts to Make It Harder to Vote in the Midterms

Voter ID requirements create significant barriers for elderly and disabled citizens attempting to exercise their voting rights through burdensome administrative processes.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A run for their money: Young candidates rival older incumbents in midterm fundraising

We need someone who has new ideas, new energy and a new perspective to be an advocate for our community. I'm not running against a person, I'm running against the problem, and the problem is the status quo.
Left-wing politics
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: State's Democrats could sleep better if voters could rank gubernatorial choices

California's top-two primary system risks producing two Republican finalists if Democrats split votes across a crowded field, potentially leaving voters without a Democratic choice for governor.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Your Party committee election was chaos. Why break the habit of a lifetime?

Your Party's internal dysfunction, marked by leadership conflicts, financial misconduct allegations, and organizational chaos, has become embedded in its corporate culture, exemplified by a failed livestreamed election results announcement.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Progressive Maine Senate Candidate Gets Scathing Community Note Over Latest Attack On Susan Collins

You voted to send me to Iraq. Did you not learn anything from that experience? You need to stand up. The American people do not want this war. The American people do not support a war that is going to get young American men and women killed, that is going to kill an immense amount of Iranian civilians—all on behalf of the Israeli government and the Saudi government.
US politics
US Elections
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Inside the competitive business of flying political candidates

Political campaign travel has become a specialized aviation niche, with firms like Advanced Aviation Team managing hundreds of thousands of dollars in contracts to coordinate complex logistics for candidates across battleground states.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

DEAD HEAT: Stunning New Poll Shows GOP Drawing Even With Dems Ahead of Midterms

Republicans and Democrats are tied at 50% each in congressional voting preferences, representing a significant GOP gain from 54%-46% Democratic lead the previous month.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Democrats keep chasing moderation, doubling down on their past failures - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump is escalating authoritarianism through paramilitary tactics, election interference, and overt racism while Democratic leadership responds inadequately.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

What can we expect in American politics in 2026?

Democrats will gain electoral opportunities from right-wing fractures, backlash against anti-transgender attacks, Trump's policy fallout, and rising younger, LGBTQ-supportive Democratic leaders.
US politics
fromJezebel
2 months ago

Democrats' Special Election Winning Streak Makes Me Wanna Lib Out Like It's Summer 2016

Democrats have won recent special elections and flipped historically Republican districts despite GOP spending and prior Trump margins.
US politics
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

Searchable database of unregulated political contributions

527 organizations accept large, unrestricted contributions and collectively spent over $1 billion in 2022.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Democrats Aren't Built for This

Ken Martin, DNC chair, faces staff backlash after ending generous remote-work policies while navigating criticism over party elitism and management challenges.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
2 months ago

Trump keeps driving online fundraising - for both parties

Small-dollar online donations surged around high-profile confrontations with the Trump administration, with ActBlue and WinRed capturing most party online giving.
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Ex-Biden officials keep him at a distance in their 2026 campaigns

Many Democratic candidates are distancing themselves from Biden on campaign materials because his unpopularity could hurt their chances in swing districts and future 2028 prospects.
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Can Democrats post their way to midterm victories?

Headquarters revives @KamalaHQ team to create a Gen Z-focused, left-leaning media brand repurposing large-following social accounts to disseminate viral political content.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Planning ahead: the political leadership campaigns that launched too soon

As any political adviser worth their salt will attest, it's never too soon to start privately preparing for your candidate's future leadership bid. Yet going too early with registering that all-important website risks telegraphing one's intentions even before the starting gun has fired. Whoever is behind the site bearing her name, Angela Rayner is now facing awkward questions after it emerged that an unfinished site apparently touting her for Labour's top job had briefly appeared online.
UK politics
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

The Most Important Thing Democrats Can Do to Stop Trump

Retaking the Senate is the single best bulwark to halt MAGA and preserve democratic institutions despite Democratic vulnerabilities in 2026.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Workers Party of Britain pick by-election candidate

Shahbaz Sarwar, a Workers Party of Britain councillor for Longsight, is the party's candidate in the Gorton and Denton by-election.
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