Category: Democratic Party

Why Polling Chaos Could Create Big Problems for American Politics

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Bad polls. Misleading betting odds. Surveys meant to shape narratives. Ahead of the midterms and 2028, there is suddenly serious confusion about candidate strength and voter sentiment.
How a Progressive Democrat in Florida Gave Her Party New Hope — and New Fears

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Angie Nixon, a state lawmaker from Jacksonville, shocked Democrats in red Florida by soundly defeating her centrist primary opponent. Now comes the hard part.
The Left Notches Another Win With This Secret Weapon: Old-Fashioned Organizing

The New York Times – On the Runway:
State Representative Angie Nixon scored a stunning upset on Tuesday in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary. Now comes the hard part: running as a progressive firebrand in a red state.
A Stunning Win for the Left in Florida: 6 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Primaries

The New York Times – On the Runway:
State Representative Angie Nixon, a progressive firebrand, defeated a moderate who dramatically out-raised her with grass-roots enthusiasm. Can it carry her to victory in November?
Democratic Socialists Look for Upsets in Hostile Territory: Florida

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Three primaries for the House and the Senate on Tuesday pose a fresh test for the left, this time in a conservative-leaning state where socialism is often seen as a dirty word.
The Democrats Aren’t in Tea Party Territory — Yet

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Democrats aren’t shifting left as much as you may think.
Republicans Are Trying to Hide These Health Care Cuts

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Republicans are taking deliberate steps to make health care less affordable.
How Are the Democrats’ Midterm Dreams Shaping Up?

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Democratic divisions, polling misses and Ocasio-Cortez’s egg freezing: the week in politics.
Can Senator Ed Markey’s Progressive Politics Help Him Overcome the Age Issue?

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Ed Markey is hoping that his progressive politics will save him in Massachusetts.
Alaska Democrat Mary Peltola Pushes Back Against Endorsement From Kamala Harris

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The campaign of Mary Peltola said it was focused on issues important to Alaska and did not approve a message of support from Ms. Harris.
The 5 Congress Members Whose Families Trade the Most Stocks

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Some lawmakers and their families have traded millions of dollars worth of stocks since the start of this term.
How Thanksgiving Became Political: Francesca Hong’s Tweets Explained

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Ahead of Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor, a past tweet by the assemblywoman that called for the holiday to be canceled was resurfaced.