ELECTION RESULTS

Nov 20 2025EDUCATION

New Faces, New Hopes: Akron Schools Get Fresh Board Members

The recent election brought changes to the Akron Public Schools (APS) Board of Education, introducing three new members. This shift could mean new ideas and approaches to the challenges facing the district. Nathan Jarosz is one of the new board members, securing his spot with 13. 9% of the votes. He expressed gratitude to the community and promised to bring stabilit...

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Democrats Show Unity, But At What Cost?

Democrats in the U. S. Senate recently showed a rare moment of unity. Seven Democrats, including John Fetterman from Pennsylvania and Angus King from Maine, joined Republicans to end the longest government shutdown in history. This shutdown lasted 43 days. During this time, many federal workers and military personnel did not receive pay. Also, people relying on food ...

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Nov 08 2025POLITICS

Democrats Bounce Back: A Year of Wins and What's Next

A year after a crushing defeat, Democrats are making a comeback. They're winning big in key states, showing they're not the same old party. But can they keep this momentum going? It's been a tough year for Democrats. After losing big in 2024, they've been trying to figure out what went wrong. But lately, they've been winning. In Virginia, Abigail Spanberger became t...

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Nov 08 2025POLITICS

Biden's Blunt Words: A Look at Trump's Impact on Democracy

Former President Joe Biden didn't hold back at a recent Nebraska Democratic Party event. He accused President Donald Trump of causing significant harm to democracy. Biden used Trump's renovation of the White House as a metaphor, saying it symbolized Trump's approach to governance. He claimed Trump had damaged the Constitution and the rule of law. Biden also mocked T...

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

New Jersey's 2025 Election: Who's In and Who's Out?

The votes are in, and the results are clear. In the recent New Jersey elections, Democrats took home many wins, but Republicans also had their share of victories. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, came out on top against Republican Jack Ciattarelli in a race that caught the attention of the whole country. This was a big deal because it sets the stage for what might happen ...

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

Trump's Bumpy Ride: Voters Send a Message on Costs

It's been a year since Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election, and things were supposed to be smooth sailing. The White House had big plans to celebrate all the promises kept. But instead, Trump and his team found themselves dealing with a tough night. Democrats won some key races, and it looks like voters are not happy about the rising cost of living. Trum...

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

Blue Wave Rolls Through Pennsylvania and New Jersey Elections

In the recent elections, Democrats made significant gains in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. This victory happened in the first general election since Donald Trump became president again. The wins were notable in major cities and suburban areas. In New Jersey, Democrat Mikie Sherrill won the governor's race against Republican Jack Ciattarelli. This race got a lot of at...

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

New York's New Mayor Takes on Trump

Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected mayor of New York City, is not backing down from a fight with former President Donald Trump. Mamdani, a Democratic socialist, has been vocal about his plans to resist Trump's threats to defund the city and deport immigrants. He has also promised to "Trump-proof" New York City, ensuring that the city's most vulnerable residents are pr...

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

Democrats Shine in Early Elections, but Challenges Ahead

Democrats celebrated a series of wins in recent elections, marking a positive start to Trump's second term. New faces like Zohran Mamdani, the youngest mayor-elect of New York City, brought fresh energy to the party. Victories in New Jersey, New York, and Virginia showed Democrats can still attract voters, even in states that lean their way. The wins were not just a...

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

Essex County's Local Elections: A Closer Look at Tuesday's Outcomes

While the spotlight was on the governor's race in New Jersey, many local elections took place across Essex County on Tuesday. These elections were for various positions, including school boards, municipal councils, and the county clerk. The unofficial results, as reported by the Essex County Clerk's website, show a mix of contested and uncontested races. In Bellevil...

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