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US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 hours ago

Major Prediction Market Reveals US Politicians Were Caught Betting on Their Own Elections

Three U.S. congressional candidates were caught trading on their own elections, violating Kalshi exchange rules.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
15 hours ago

Inside the Green Party's top target in London as Labour faces election wipeout

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago
UK politics

How to register to vote in local elections with deadline hours away

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of voter registration for upcoming elections.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
15 hours ago

Inside the Green Party's top target in London as Labour faces election wipeout

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

How to register to vote in local elections with deadline hours away

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of voter registration for upcoming elections.
#virginia
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

Lies!' Scott Jennings Sounds Off on Virginia's Democratic Gerrymander

Virginia's mid-decade redistricting ballot measure results in a significant shift to one Republican-leaning congressional district, raising concerns about fairness.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

Lies!' Scott Jennings Sounds Off on Virginia's Democratic Gerrymander

Virginia's mid-decade redistricting ballot measure results in a significant shift to one Republican-leaning congressional district, raising concerns about fairness.
Higher education
from48 hills
1 day ago

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

San Francisco requires large institutions to file master plans for growth every ten years to ensure community accountability and planning.
California
fromsfist.com
11 hours ago

Humpday Headlines: Gubernatorial Candidates to Face Off In New Debate

Six candidates for California governor will debate, with a focus on Democrats Porter, Becerra, and Steyer in a competitive race.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
12 hours ago

Speaker Julie Menin says Council can back big priorities without blowing the budget | amNewYork

Menin defends higher pay for paraprofessionals and revised home care bill as fiscally responsible, emphasizing long-term savings over upfront costs.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
17 hours ago

Hakeem Jeffries says Virginia redistricting assures a 'free and fair midterm'

Hakeem Jeffries becomes House Democratic leader, replacing Nancy Pelosi, as Virginia votes to redraw congressional maps favoring Democrats ahead of midterms.
Environment
fromEarth911
17 hours ago

Most Americans Are Worried About the Environment. Is Congress?

More Americans believe the environment is in poor condition and want increased government action to address environmental issues.
fromPoynter
19 hours ago

Indiana's got a voting problem. News outlets can only do so much to fix it - Poynter

The role of our local and state government in voter education has been limited, with only a basic guide available on the state's website and minimal outreach efforts.
Media industry
US news
fromThe Washington Post
18 hours ago

Once accused of election fraud, former small-town mayor leaves court to applause

Joe Ceballos pleaded guilty to three misdemeanor charges related to election conduct, avoiding jail time and receiving a fine and probation.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Florida Democrats Condemn Corruption' After Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned after being indicted for embezzling COVID-19 funds, facing serious legal charges and potential prison time.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Outgoing U.S. Rep Nydia Velazquez endorses Carl Wilson in Manhattan's special election, widening break with Mamdani | amNewYork

Nydia Velazquez endorses Carl Wilson for City Council, intensifying rivalry with Mayor Zohran Mamdani in Manhattan's District 3 special election.
#london-elections
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

All you need to know as Merton heads into local elections

Labour retains control in Merton despite losing three seats, while Lib Dems aim to expand their influence in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

What you need to know as Lambeth heads into local elections

Labour may lose control of London councils despite being the largest party, with significant competition from Greens and Liberal Democrats.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What you need to know as Kingston upon Thames heads into local elections

The upcoming London council elections in May 2026 are expected to significantly impact the political landscape, particularly for Labour and Conservatives.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

What you need to know as Kensington and Chelsea heads into local elections

Labour holds 21 of 32 councils in London, while Conservatives maintain a stronghold in Kensington and Chelsea despite recent electoral shifts.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

All you need to know as Merton heads into local elections

Labour retains control in Merton despite losing three seats, while Lib Dems aim to expand their influence in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

What you need to know as Lambeth heads into local elections

Labour may lose control of London councils despite being the largest party, with significant competition from Greens and Liberal Democrats.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What you need to know as Kingston upon Thames heads into local elections

The upcoming London council elections in May 2026 are expected to significantly impact the political landscape, particularly for Labour and Conservatives.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

What you need to know as Kensington and Chelsea heads into local elections

Labour holds 21 of 32 councils in London, while Conservatives maintain a stronghold in Kensington and Chelsea despite recent electoral shifts.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
#data-centers
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
US politics
fromFuturism
4 days ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

Residents in Festus, Missouri ousted half their city council after approving a $6 billion data center against public will.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
US politics
fromFuturism
4 days ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

Residents in Festus, Missouri ousted half their city council after approving a $6 billion data center against public will.
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Where The Democratic Party Goes After AIPAC

Israel's killing of over 75,000 Palestinians, as well as its role in the Iran War, has led to a steep drop in popularity among Democratic voters, and increasingly among lawmakers as well.
Left-wing politics
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Who will shape the global agenda the left or far right?

Left-leaning leaders in Barcelona and far-right figures in Milan represent opposing political perspectives on democracy and regulation in Europe.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Millions of Americans continue to lack meaningful access to justice. What can be done about it?

Millions of Americans face legal challenges without access to affordable legal assistance, highlighting a significant justice gap.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Why Hybrid Sovereignty Starts Inside

Hybrid sovereignty connects strategic autonomy to the cognitive and ethical architecture of people, emphasizing the importance of human judgment in an AI-driven world.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Does the world need new leaders? Varsha Gandikota & Naledi Pandor

Naledi Pandor emphasizes that the Global South has the potential to unite and provide a counterbalance to the US, which currently holds significant power in the international order. She believes that solidarity among nations in the Global South is crucial for achieving this goal.
World politics
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Editorial: South Bay school district boards should move to term limits - San Jose Spotlight

Transitioning to term limits for school board members in Santa Clara County could enhance governance and encourage diversity.
#elections
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

East San Jose school district changes how its leaders are elected - San Jose Spotlight

Alum Rock Union School District is transitioning to trustee-area elections for board members to enhance local representation.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 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.
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

East San Jose school district changes how its leaders are elected - San Jose Spotlight

Alum Rock Union School District is transitioning to trustee-area elections for board members to enhance local representation.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 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.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

This Is Not a Real Hearing': Congressman Kicks Off Roundtable by Announcing Democrats Are Boycotting

Democratic members of the House Oversight Committee boycotted a roundtable, deeming it not a real hearing due to lack of rules and accountability.
Higher education
fromPoynter
2 days ago

As statehouse coverage shrinks, student journalists are stepping in to fill the void - Poynter

Student journalists at Franklin College cover the Indiana General Assembly, gaining real-world experience and filling gaps in legislative coverage.
fromAxios
2 days ago

House barrels toward rare double expulsion votes

Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty by the Ethics Committee on a litany of charges, most notably for funneling $5 million in COVID relief funds to her congressional campaign.
SF politics
fromPolitics NY
2 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin

To address the affordability crisis, we must be proactive and bold in building more affordable housing, lowering skyrocketing health care costs, and enacting universal childcare.
NYC politics
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Division is a threat to resistance. Here's how to build a stronger coalition | David C Turner III and Eric Morrison-Smith

Fascism is present, and unity in resistance is essential to combat oppression and promote love and revolution.
Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
4 days 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.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 week ago

Building Community the Old Fashioned Way

Building relationships through shared training experiences enhances the running community.
Right-wing politics
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Former Biglaw Partner Warns There Are No 'Guardrails' Left Around Trump - And Someone Is Taking Advantage - Above the Law

Ty Cobb warns that without experienced advisors, Trump's decisions may be manipulated by bad actors, raising concerns about foreign influence on U.S. policy.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
1 week ago

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
8 hours ago

Race begins in Galway West and Dublin Central as by-elections get underway

Two high-stakes by-elections are scheduled for May 22nd, initiated by the moving of writs in the Dáil.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Opinion: How to convince voters to raise taxes? Cry wolf

Bay Area leaders are using fear tactics to push for a half-cent sales tax increase for mass transit, framing it as a citizen initiative.
Education
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

Advanced math advocate jumps into school board race

John Craig is considering a run for the Palo Alto Unified School District board, advocating for Multivariable Calculus in schools.
#democratic-socialism
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
NYC politics

NBC's Welker Presses Mamdani On Whether He Still Has Faith in Democratic Socialism Amid NYC's $5.4B Shortfall

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani remains committed to democratic socialism despite a $5.4 billion budget shortfall.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Mamdani Wants to Show That Democratic Socialism "Can Flourish Anywhere"

Democratic socialism can thrive nationally, focusing on the working class and delivering practical governance, as demonstrated by the mayor's early accomplishments.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

NBC's Welker Presses Mamdani On Whether He Still Has Faith in Democratic Socialism Amid NYC's $5.4B Shortfall

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani remains committed to democratic socialism despite a $5.4 billion budget shortfall.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Mamdani Wants to Show That Democratic Socialism "Can Flourish Anywhere"

Democratic socialism can thrive nationally, focusing on the working class and delivering practical governance, as demonstrated by the mayor's early accomplishments.
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

Drowning Out the Noise

On the morning of the Unite the Right rally, I lumbered down the staircase of a Catskills Airbnb rented for a bachelor party to learn that only hours before, a gang of white nationalists stormed the University of Virginia campus wielding Tiki torches and chanting, 'Jews will not replace us.'
Left-wing politics
#redistricting
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
13 hours ago

A New Front in an Old Gerrymandering War

Democrats have gained an advantage in redistricting, potentially securing nine additional House seats ahead of the midterm elections.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed due to sexual assault allegations, leading to his resignation and loss of support from political allies.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
#green-party
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 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.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 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.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Virginia joins a national effort to ensure only popular vote winners become president

Virginia joins the National Popular Vote Compact, increasing the total to 18 states and 222 electoral votes, aiming for a nationwide popular vote system.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

We Are About to Miss the Opportunity of a Lifetime

2026 and 2028 can initiate transformational change if anger is channeled into a clear vision and goals.
fromAllthingssmitty
3 weeks ago

You probably don't need to lift state - Matt Smith

Keep state as close as possible to where it's actually used. Lift it when multiple components need it or you need to coordinate behavior between components.
React
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days 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.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days 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.
#donald-trump
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

AOC Says She Wants Trump on the Golf Course: Keep Him Out of Consequential Decisions'

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez prefers Trump on the golf course rather than in the White House, questioning his fitness for presidency under the 25th Amendment.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
US politics

Political pragmatism is not a moral failing. It may be the only thing that can save us. - LGBTQ Nation

US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

AOC Says She Wants Trump on the Golf Course: Keep Him Out of Consequential Decisions'

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez prefers Trump on the golf course rather than in the White House, questioning his fitness for presidency under the 25th Amendment.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
US politics

Political pragmatism is not a moral failing. It may be the only thing that can save us. - LGBTQ Nation

NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago

Eric Adams' zombie effort to change NYC Charter roars to life with first public hearing

Public input is welcomed as the commission seeks to modernize city government and enhance democratic involvement.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
US Elections
fromNature
1 week 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.
Philosophy
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

In Defense of Being Performative

Democracy requires citizens to actively perform civic engagement; dismissing performative politics misunderstands that democratic participation is inherently performative and essential for democratic survival.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
SF politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Bridging the Red-Blue Divide, One Concrete Deed at a Time

Community Works builds trust across partisan divides by organizing nonpolitical community service activities that unite neighbors regardless of political affiliation.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Why We Need a Formal, Mandatory, and Remunerated "Citizen Lobby"

Post-Cold War optimism about democracy and internet freedom has been undermined by geopolitical tensions, neoliberalism, nationalism, and corporate influence that concentrate power among the already wealthy.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Our embrace of individuals over institutions isn't serving us well

In the early 20th century, sociologist Max Weber noted that sweeping industrialization would transform how societies worked. As small, informal operations gave way to large, complex organizations with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, leaders would need to rely less on tradition and charisma, and more on organization and rationality. He also foresaw that jobs would need to be broken down into specialized tasks and governed by a system of hierarchy,
History
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Politics Without Politicians by Helene Landemore review power to the people

Randomly selected citizen assemblies replacing electoral politics reduce polarization, deepen civic bonds, and produce more legitimate, deliberative collective decisions.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

What Accountability-Seeking Protest Can Tell Us About Democracy

Different kinds of political protest pursue distinct aims; accountability-seeking protest aims to hold actors responsible and can reinforce democratic community bonds.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Neighbors, It's Time to Make a Stand

Universal conviction in one's own righteousness divides humanity, while accelerating evolutionary mismatch from our technology-created world remains our shared existential problem.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Councils face 'uphill struggle' to be ready for local elections

Local election administrators have warned that councils face "an uphill struggle" to be ready in time for the May local elections after the government reversed its plan to delay some votes. Local Government Secretary Steve Reed had initially approved delays in 30 council elections in England until 2027. But the government abandoned plans to postpone ballots after advice was given that the move could be unlawful.
UK politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Have Better Political Conversations

The principle of intellectual charity is fundamental to constructive political conversations. This principle states that, in any discussion, we should accept the best version of an opponent's ideas, not a distorted version or a "straw man." Exaggeration and distortion of opposing opinions (always present, to some degree, in political debates) have become the standard form of political argument in contemporary America.
Philosophy
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