Picture this: in a state that typically votes Republican, a Democrat wins the governor's race by a significant margin. This is the story of North Carolina's recent election. Josh Stein, a former prosecutor, clinched the victory with an impressive 15-point lead over his opponent. But how did a Democr
Marianne Williamson, a well-known author and former Democratic presidential candidate, has thrown her hat in the ring to become the next chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC). She believes she can bring a unique perspective to help the party win in the coming years. Williamson has talked
Germany is gearing up for early elections after Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost a critical vote of confidence. The defeat happened on Monday, with 207 votes in favor and 394 against. This opens the door for parliamentary dissolution and early elections, scheduled for February 23. Pre-election polls sho
Hey, everyone! Tomorrow is election day for the December ballot. There's a lot to vote on, so let's break it down. In East Baton Rouge, there's a big deal about a 2% sales tax. It's not new, but it might move from the parish to the City of St. George. That could mean about $50 million for city serv
It's not just about being soft on crime or tough on criminals; it's about finding a balance. Dallas should look to the West Coast's recent elections for clues. In places like Los Angeles and San Francisco, voters booted district attorneys who went too lenient on crime. They threw out mayors who coul
As President Joe Biden's term nears its end, Democrats are grappling with a tough question: Did focusing on identity politics cost them the 2024 election? Many blame Biden for Donald Trump's return, but the truth is more complicated. Democrats haven't won a presidential race without Biden since 1996
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is facing an unexpected challenge from Maud Maron, a former Democrat turned Republican. This criminal defense lawyer turned activist is the first to announce her candidacy against Bragg. Last week, many in NYC were worried that Bragg would run unopposed in the
In the upcoming 2024 elections, Democrats are facing a challenge. Many Americans, especially young men without college degrees, Blacks, and Latinos, shifted towards Donald Trump and the Republicans. To avoid becoming a minority party, Democrats need to change their approach. The debate among Democr
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been indicted along with 36 others for allegedly trying to stage a coup after losing the 2022 elections. The federal police handed over their findings to the Supreme Court, which will decide if there's enough evidence to charge Bolsonaro. He denies all c
The 2019 European Parliament elections were a big deal, and not just because of who got elected. They showed something important about how we feel about the EU and how that affects who we vote for. You see, EU attitudes aren't just one thing – they're complicated and different for each person. And t
