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#ai-in-politics
fromAxios
18 hours 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
18 hours 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.
#voting-rights
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

What does the Save America act mean for US democracy? Post your questions now

The Save America act could significantly alter voting processes and impose strict requirements during a federal midterm election year.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
6 hours ago

Advocates, City Council push for polling place, more ballot curing on Rikers as elections board says hands are tied by state law | amNewYork

Prison rights advocates seek to improve voting access for incarcerated individuals in New York City, facing legal limitations from state law.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

What does the Save America act mean for US democracy? Post your questions now

The Save America act could significantly alter voting processes and impose strict requirements during a federal midterm election year.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
6 hours ago

Advocates, City Council push for polling place, more ballot curing on Rikers as elections board says hands are tied by state law | amNewYork

Prison rights advocates seek to improve voting access for incarcerated individuals in New York City, facing legal limitations from state law.
Psychology
fromFast Company
13 hours ago

How we make decisions, and how to reach people who've already made up their minds

The Elaboration Likelihood Model explains how motivation and ability influence how people process persuasive information through central and peripheral routes.
#california-gubernatorial-race
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours 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.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
7 hours ago

Commentary: Chaos is the leader in California's hot mess of a governor's race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California gubernatorial race leaves a muddled campaign with undecided voters dominating.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours 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.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
7 hours ago

Commentary: Chaos is the leader in California's hot mess of a governor's race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California gubernatorial race leaves a muddled campaign with undecided voters dominating.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
15 hours 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.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
12 hours 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.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
10 hours 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.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
14 hours ago

A Major Taboo Was Broken at the DNC Last Weekend

The DNC is implementing reforms for financial transparency, accountability, and internal democracy, with significant steps taken during the recent meeting in New Orleans.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Democrats Believe Kamala Harris Is Less Electable' Than Mark Cuban: NEW POLL

A survey by Yale Polling discovered that just 55% of Democrats found Harris to be a highly electable candidate in 2028, while 58% found Cuban to be highly electable.
US Elections
#california
Fundraising
fromThe Nation
18 hours ago

15 Bucks a Signature: The Crisis of Money in US Politics Is Growing

California's billionaire tax fight exemplifies the growing influence of wealthy individuals in politics since the 2010 Citizens United decision.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Newsom reluctant to endorse a successor, break gridlock in governor's race

California Democrats risk losing the gubernatorial election due to too many candidates splitting votes and no clear front-runner.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
20 hours 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.
#democratic-party
Media industry
fromUSA TODAY
1 day 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
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Democrats Reject Resolution Condemning AIPAC Money in Primaries

Democratic leaders avoided addressing Israel's influence and public opposition to its actions despite declining support among voters.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days 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.
Media industry
fromUSA TODAY
1 day 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
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Democrats Reject Resolution Condemning AIPAC Money in Primaries

Democratic leaders avoided addressing Israel's influence and public opposition to its actions despite declining support among voters.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days 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.
#california-governor-race
fromFortune
1 day ago
SF politics

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

Silicon Valley real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Is Matt Mahan's campaign for California governor losing steam? - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan faces challenges in the California governor's race, including low polling, internal tensions, and a controversial fundraising strategy.
SF politics
fromFortune
1 day 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.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Swalwell Implosion Creates Whole New Race for California Governor

Eric Swalwell's campaign collapse due to misconduct allegations has reshaped California's gubernatorial race, opening opportunities for other candidates.
Board games
fromBoard Game Quest
1 day ago

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 4/13/26

A variety of crowdfunding campaigns for board games are presented, including cooperative adventures and strategy games.
Social media marketing
fromInman
1 day ago

The 'Carl's a mess' trend shows conversation outperforms

Earning attention requires participation and relatability, as cultural trends reflect real behaviors and invite audience engagement.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

And the election winner is the candidate who can afford Africa's soaring nomination fees

High nomination fees in Djibouti and Benin hinder democratic participation and reinforce exclusion in elections.
fromBleacher Nation
3 days ago

Can I Bet Politics on DraftKings and FanDuel in 2026? - Bleacher Nation

In the United States, you generally cannot place a real-money bet on an election using the standard DraftKings or FanDuel Sportsbook apps due to strict regulations.
Chicago Cubs
#hungary
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Hungary election: Polls close as Orban faces pivotal vote

Hungarians voted in a pivotal election where Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces significant challenge from opposition leader Peter Magyar.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Hungary election: Polls close as Orban faces pivotal vote

Hungarians voted in a pivotal election where Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces significant challenge from opposition leader Peter Magyar.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
5 days 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.
Austin
fromQueerty
5 days ago

"We're going to have a tough time": Top GOP official's dire warning spells doom for Tr*mp in the midterms - Queerty

Texas is at risk of shifting political power as Republicans face challenges in upcoming elections.
fromNew York Amsterdam News
5 days 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
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
5 days 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.
Higher education
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Colleges are trying to boost student voting. A Trump probe freezes data for that work

Student voter turnout at community colleges is improving, but data collection for future analysis has been halted due to federal investigations.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

CNN Data Guru Warns Trump Is Underwater' With Key Demo That Put Him in the White House'

Donald Trump's approval rating with non-college white voters has significantly declined, showing a 34-point shift from February 2025.
US Elections
fromFuturism
14 hours ago

Psychological Research Finds Trump Supporters Are Not Doing Well

Supporters of Donald Trump often deny allegations against him as a coping mechanism for cognitive dissonance and anxiety.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

From Mainstream to MAGA in Two Easy Steps

Republican elites have largely abandoned their initial opposition to Trump, aligning with him despite previous concerns about his fitness for office.
#trump
fromFuturism
8 hours ago
Right-wing politics

Trump Is Inflicting Massive Damage to His Public Image by Posting Offensive AI Slop

fromTruthout
5 days ago
Right-wing politics

Polling Data Spells Potential Disaster for Republicans in the Midterms

Right-wing politics
fromFuturism
8 hours ago

Trump Is Inflicting Massive Damage to His Public Image by Posting Offensive AI Slop

Trump's AI image of himself as Jesus healing a man sparked outrage among supporters, leading to its deletion amid accusations of blasphemy.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 days 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.
#democrats
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
2 days 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.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

The 2026 Races Giving Democrats New Hope in the South

Democrats are optimistic about flipping control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms, especially in the South.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Up Like a Rocket!' CNN Data Guru Predicts Dems Will Easily Take Back the House Amid Big Gains

Democrats are likely to gain control of the House and possibly the Senate following significant wins in recent special elections.
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
2 days 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.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

The 2026 Races Giving Democrats New Hope in the South

Democrats are optimistic about flipping control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms, especially in the South.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Up Like a Rocket!' CNN Data Guru Predicts Dems Will Easily Take Back the House Amid Big Gains

Democrats are likely to gain control of the House and possibly the Senate following significant wins in recent special elections.
fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Welsh Liberal Democrats to unveil manifesto for next Senedd election

Jane Dodds has promised to protect the NHS by investing 300m in social care, extra help for childcare, and to ensure that 'not a penny' is spent on moves towards Wales leaving the United Kingdom.
UK politics
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

Democrats Have Found Their Answer to the Way Trump Posts Online. It's Slightly Mortifying.

Democrats are increasingly using bawdy humor and innuendo in their social media strategy to engage audiences.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Local elections profile: Haringey

Haringey is at the heart of north London: it has leafy, affluent areas beside busy urban neighbourhoods; hundreds of restaurants serving cuisine from all over the world; and great parks and open spaces.
London
#elections
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days 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.
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
1 week 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.
Media industry
fromWIRED
4 days ago

The Indie News Queen Who's Not Done Pissing Off the Powerful

Amy Goodman, a prominent journalist, is the focus of the documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!', showcasing her relentless pursuit of truth.
#social-media
Digital life
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

India news: Kerala, Assam and Puducherry head to polls

India experiences unusual April weather, impacting elections and discussions on climate change.
fromsfist.com
1 day 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
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 days 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
fromFortune
5 days ago

'In rural, urban, red, blue, Democrats have overperformed everywhere': GOP wakes up to freight train heading their way | Fortune

Republicans faced significant electoral losses in Wisconsin and Georgia, indicating Democratic momentum ahead of the November midterms.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Slotkin Fuels 2028 Speculation With Tough Love Speech to Iowa Democrats

Winning elections requires understanding regional differences and adopting an offensive strategy rather than a defensive one.
SF politics
from48 hills
4 hours ago

What the new Chakrabarti poll really shows - 48 hills

Saikat Chakrabarti's internal poll shows him in second place, but its accuracy is questionable due to sampling biases and language limitations.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

Just How Big Could Democrats Win In 2026?

Republicans face significant challenges as Wisconsin shifts toward progressive candidates, exemplified by Chris Taylor's decisive victory in a state Supreme Court race.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days 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 politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

An N.F.L. Kicker, a Yankee and a Sports Reporter Walk Into the Midterms

Athletes are increasingly entering politics, particularly within the Republican Party, as the lines between sports and politics blur.
US Elections
fromFortune
4 days ago

Kamala Harris says she's 'thinking about' running for president again: 'I'll keep you posted' | Fortune

Kamala Harris is considering a presidential run in 2028, receiving strong support from African American activists.
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.
US politics
fromGothamist
1 week 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.
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
#election-integrity
fromsfist.com
4 days ago
SF politics

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

SF politics
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

Democrats are holding events to educate the public on election integrity amid concerns over election meddling.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
Social media marketing
fromPhys
4 weeks 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 Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 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.
SF politics
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Politicians Are Spending More Money on Security as They Increasingly Become Targets

Federal campaign spending on security for the 2024 election cycle exceeds five times that of the 2016 election due to rising threats against public servants.
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The Democratic Campaign That Begins With an Apology

State Senator Creigh Deeds declared, 'I believe that people should choose their representatives. Representatives shouldn't choose their people.' This statement underscores the traditional argument against gerrymandering, yet it serves as a prelude to the Democrats' call for aggressive redistricting.
SF politics
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Americans are split on wanting the National Guard to monitor voting, a new poll finds

46% of Americans support National Guard presence at polling places during midterm elections, with Republicans showing stronger support, though federal deployment would be illegal.
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.
Humor
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

I Will Be Your Next President

A leader prioritizes personal downtime, staged appearances, curt media interactions, and performative empathy while delegating substantive crisis management to aides.
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
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.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month 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.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

A Stark Warning About the 2026 Election, with Robert Kagan

Listen and subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Google | Wherever You Listen to receive our twice-weekly News & Politics newsletter. The Washington Roundtable is joined by Robert Kagan, a historian and senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, for a conversation about the pressures facing American democracy, the security of elections, and how these domestic tensions interact with the collapse of international norms.
US politics
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.
fromPhys
1 month ago

Social media advertising suppresses voting in targeted communities, research shows

Messages intended to suppress votes can be precisely delivered to particularly vulnerable and consequential groups of people via social media and keep millions of them from casting ballots, according to a new study that is the first to quantify the effect of this kind of microtargeting on voter turnout. A team led by a researcher at the University of Wisconsin-Madison recruited more than 10,000 people across the United States-a group representative of the country's voting population-to install an app that
US politics
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.
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