The recent tax and spending bill passed by Republicans is a big deal. It's not just about the money. It's a chance for Democrats to make a comeback. They see it as a way to win over voters. The bill cuts spending on health care and food assistance. It also gives big tax breaks. Democrats plan to use this against Republicans in the next elections. But it's not that s...
In March, a significant change in campaign finance rules happened, thanks to a petition from Democratic lawyer Marc Elias. The Federal Election Commission (FEC) allowed political campaigns and outside political action committees (PACs) to work together on canvassing efforts to get out the vote. This was opposed by some watchdog groups who feared it would give wealthy...
In Frankfort, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, known for his statewide victories in a conservative state, urged Democrats to shift their focus from political squabbles to everyday issues that matter to people. Beshear believes Democrats should prioritize creating good-paying jobs, improving healthcare, and enhancing public safety and infrastructure. He emphasized that...
Over the past few decades, the Democratic Party has been losing ground in so-called "red" states and rural communities. This is partly because national Democrats have been pulling support from these areas, leaving local parties feeling neglected. In 2022, Democrats didn't even run candidates in 51% of partisan races, allowing Republicans to win unopposed. This has hu...
Kamala Harris' 2024 presidential campaign made a big splash with high-profile celebrity endorsements. Beyoncé, Megan Thee Stallion, and other stars were front and center at her rallies. This strategy aimed to appeal to young, hip voters by leaning into the idea of "Black Girl Magic. " This concept, popularized by the TV show Scandal, highlights Black women's strength...
One morning, everybody was surprised to learn that Kamala Harris wasn't attending the Al Smith Dinner. Critics might say the dinner is just to please conservative New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan and his wealthy friends. But my 15 years of experience in faith-based political organizing showed that it's much more important. This dinner is about getting the attention of...
Representative Seth Moulton sparked a heated conversation when he suggested that transgender women athletes might have an unfair advantage in female sports. He believes that not discussing this topic openly could harm Democrats in future elections. Moulton’s views aren't widely popular among his fellow Democrats, who have called for his resignation and compared him t...
Last week, a crypto-focused political action committee (PAC) rolled out a bus tour across five key states, starting in Phoenix and Las Vegas. This PAC, known as Stand With Crypto, has been spending big bucks in the political arena, but not all their spending is as transparent as it seems. In Nevada's 4th Congressional District, for instance, nearly $2 million was sp...
Just before the election, podcast star Joe Rogan gave Donald Trump a boost by endorsing him. This happened right after Rogan had a long chat with Elon Musk, a billionaire and Trump supporter, on his podcast. Rogan posted on X, saying Musk made a strong case for Trump and he agreed with everything. This isn't the first time Rogan has been in the political spotlight. H...
Former President Donald Trump is shaking up his final days of campaigning by heading to New Mexico and Virginia. These states haven’t seen a Republican victory in ages, but Trump’s team is hopeful. He’s kicking off his swing in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Thursday. Later, he’ll visit Arizona and Nevada, followed by a stop in Salem, Virginia, on Saturday. Trump believ...