Graham Platner, a Maine resident and oyster farmer, is making waves in the Democratic primary for Senate. He recently addressed some controversial past social media posts, sparking conversations about growth and change. Platner, a veteran of the Army and Marines, served tours in Iraq and Afghanistan
Across the United States, a wave of protests swept through cities and towns, uniting people under the banner of "No Kings. " This movement, a direct response to the actions of President Donald Trump, saw massive turnouts in both urban and rural areas. The protests were not just about Trump, but abou
In the midst of another government shutdown, a heated debate is unfolding between Senate Republicans and Democrats. The core issue? Rural health care funding. Republicans, led by Sen. Pete Ricketts from Nebraska, accuse Democrats of hypocrisy. They claim Democrats are blocking a stopgap funding bill
The 2024 presidential election was close. Donald Trump won with 49. 8% of the popular vote and 312 electoral votes. This was not a huge win. It was the fourth-narrowest margin in the popular vote and the seventh-narrowest in the Electoral College since World War II. Yet, many people act like it was
After the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, many people are talking about how to fix the deep divides in the U. S. Some leaders, like Governors Cox and Newsom, and commentator Ezra Klein, stressed the importance of respectful discussions. They praised Kirk's approach to debate and urged people to keep e
Jo Shimoda showed incredible determination in St. Louis, securing a crucial victory in the SuperMotocross World Championship playoffs. Despite battling illness, he managed to finish second in both motos, proving his resilience. His performance put him in a strong position, just one step away from cl
Big-city mayors, mostly Democrats, are at the frontline of crime issues. They know how to talk about crime and win elections. This is a skill national Democrats need to learn. National Democrats often struggle with crime. They focus on facts and data. But voters care more about how they feel. Mayor
In a surprising turn of events, Texas Democrats have decided to end their two-week-long walkout. This move was aimed at blocking Republicans from redrawing congressional districts. The walkout had brought state business to a standstill, including flood relief efforts. The Democrats' strategy was to
Texas is in a political tug-of-war. Governor Greg Abbott has called lawmakers back for a second special session. This time, it's not just about drawing new political maps. It's also about abortion laws, hemp rules, and flood relief. Democrats left the state to block a vote on new congressional dist
Washington, D. C. has seen its share of turmoil, but the city's recent struggles with crime have sparked a heated debate. President Donald Trump's response to these issues has left many scratching their heads, especially when compared to his actions during the January 6th Capitol riot. Trump's late
