ELECTIONS

Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Seattle's New Mayor: A Surprise Victory for Progressive Change

In a surprising turn of events, Bruce Harrell, the centrist Democrat and former City Council member, initially seemed to be leading the race for Seattle's mayor. However, as more ballots came in, the tide shifted dramatically in favor of 43-year-old democratic socialist candidate, M. Lorena Wilson.

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Georgia's Trump Case: A New Prosecutor Takes the Helm

The legal landscape in Georgia has shifted with a new prosecutor stepping in to handle the high-profile case against former President Donald Trump and his associates. Pete Skandalakis, a seasoned lawyer and executive director of the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia, has taken over the reins

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

New Faces, Old Battles: The Race for Nadler's Seat

A new chapter is unfolding in New York politics. Erik Bottcher, a councilman from Manhattan, has stepped into the ring to replace Representative Jerrold Nadler. This isn't a quiet entry, though. The race is heating up with a diverse lineup of candidates, each bringing their own flavor to the table.

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Betting on Politics: The New Normal?

People are now betting real money on political outcomes, which is a big change from how things used to be. This trend started with sports and is now moving into politics. Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are becoming more popular, with millions of dollars being wagered on election resul

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Utah's Redistricting Shake-Up: A Democratic Boost Ahead of 2026

In a surprising turn of events, a Utah judge has thrown out the congressional map drawn by Republican lawmakers. Instead, she chose a map that gives Democrats a better shot at winning a seat in the 2026 midterm elections. This decision comes after the judge found that the original map favored Republ

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Lewiston and Clarkston: A Tale of Two Elections

Lewiston's recent local elections were a mix of surprises and predictability. Despite dull campaigns with minimal advertising and door-to-door activity, voter turnout was surprisingly high at 34%. This was a significant jump from the 18. 93% turnout in 2023, though still below the 42. 9% seen in 202

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

SNL Takes on Politics and New York's New Mayor

SNL didn't hold back on politics this week. They kicked off with a spoof of a recent event where someone passed out in the Oval Office. James Austin Johnson, playing Trump, joked about it, saying, "Someone was dying in my office. " He also made fun of the idea of lowering drug prices, saying it was

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Political Waves: From Homes to Crypto, What's Making Noise?

This week, politics stirred the pot with a mix of bold ideas and fiery critiques. Let's dive in. First up, a shake-up in the housing market. The government is cooking up a new 50-year mortgage plan. The goal? To make buying a home easier on the wallet. Bill Pulte, a big shot in housing, says it's a

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Nov 08 2025POLITICS

Iraq's Big Vote: What's Really Going On?

Iraq is getting ready for a big vote. People will choose who represents them in the government. This isn't just any vote. It's happening at a tense time. There are worries about fights between big countries. Iraq is trying to stay friends with everyone. But that's not easy. Many Iraqis are not happ

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Nov 07 2025POLITICS

Democrats' Big Wins: A Reason to Celebrate or a Cause for Concern?

Recent elections have been a big win for Democrats. Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, is now the mayor of New York City. In Virginia and New Jersey, new Democratic governors won by a large margin. Many people voted, showing high interest in these elections. These wins show that many people are

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