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How Kamala Harris got democracy back on the ballot
Last week, on these pages, I went into some detail about big issues that Vice President Kamala Harris needed to incorporate into her closing argument…
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Some are calling Kamala Harris a ‘Jezebel spirit’
Christian nationalist leaders are telling followers that Vice President Kamala Harris is under the influence of a “Jezebel spirit,” using a term with deeply…
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How a forgotten demographic is shifting support toward Harris
On a recent autumn evening, the AARP convened a small group of journalists in a hotel dining room a…
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Fox News steers Harris interview toward transgender issues
Vice President Kamala Harris presented a vigorous defense of her positions and highlighted the dangers of a second Donald Trump presidency during a contentious interview with…
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Hurricanes don’t sway votes much, but can impact close elections
A massive hurricane disrupts people’s lives in many important ways, including affecting people’s personal safety and where they can live. Ahead of an election, there are…
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Despite protests, Trump’s agenda aligns with Project 2025
Donald Trump insists that Project 2025, a nearly 1,000-page blueprint for a hard-right turn in American government and society, does not reflect his priorities for a…
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Coping with election anxiety: tips for LGBT voters
As the 2024 election looms, younger LGBTQ+ voters are navigating a uniquely stressful political landscape. The combination of targeted legislation, hate speech, and economic…