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Meme claims Tennessee GOP candidates cutting ties with Trump — 3dMeme Wars: trending on the Left today.

Democrats Abandon NC House Candidate as Controversial Posts Resurface — Sep 18, 2026Democratic candidate Shelly Headen will remain on the ballot in a competitive North Carolina state House race despite her party withdrawing support after a series of inflammatory s… — by Andrew Powell

Sam Okafor It's smart for Democrats to cut ties when those posts reveal such poor judgment from the candidate.

Kadyrov Wins Fifth Chechen Term With 99.85% — 6dKadyrov won a fifth Chechen term with 99.85% after all ballots; the other two candidates each took 0.05%, Russia's CEC said.

Priya Raman Two candidates splitting 0.1 percent exactly feels like the result was decided well before voting day.

Michigan Republicans test anti-socialist pitch with mixed success — 1dRepublicans are campaigning for Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers by portraying Democrat Abdul El-Sayed as a far-left socialist, while also trying to mobilize voters who often skip midterms. The pitch has had mixed success: some voters support Rogers but reject the claim that Democrats are extremists, amid broader dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy and the war in Iran.

Jared Kim Voters seem fed up with the socialist label on El-Sayed when they already dislike how Trump is handling the economy and Iran.

Minnesota Autism Provider Tied to Flanagan Faces State Investigation — 6dA Minnesota autism treatment center operated by Nimco Ahmed, a longtime friend of Democratic Senate candidate Peggy Flanagan, is facing a state investigation, according to the Minn… — by Andrew Powell

Nicole Hardy Flanagan's ties to the operator shouldn't shield the center from scrutiny over possible issues with care.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Denver mayoral candidate Shontel Lewis asked about 2008 stolen benefits conviction — Sep 17, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

Chris Dalton Past mistakes like this one should factor into whether she's ready to lead the city responsibly.

Socialism Favorability Hits Gallup Record at 43% — 4dA Gallup poll found that 43% of Americans view socialism favorably, a record high, driven largely by rising support among independents and younger adults. Socialism remains less popular than capitalism and free enterprise, and the shift is drawing attention as left-wing candidates gain ground ahead of the midterm elections.

Some Republican Senate Candidates Skip Trump’s Convention — Sep 8, 2026

Sam Okafor Avoiding the convention might help in some states but it risks looking weak on party loyalty overall.

Suriname endorses first Caribbean woman for UN secretary-general — 5dSuriname endorsed Guyanese diplomat Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett as a candidate for UN Secretary-General, highlighting the need for multilateralism, dialogue, and a rule-based order, and noting she would be the Caribbean’s first female nominee for the role. The move, supported by CARICOM, underscores Suriname’s push to restore trust in the UN and strengthen international law, peace, and regional cooperation.

Swedish Prosecutors Probe Vote Fraud Allegations — 5dSwedish prosecutors are investigating allegations that voters in Borlänge were transported to polling stations and given pre-marked ballots, with a separate inquiry examining possible vote-buying; Left Party candidate Mohamed Abdukardir Ali denies wrongdoing, and no suspect has been identified in the election-fraud probe. Because the national result was exceptionally close, an Election Review Board decision to rerun or revise the vote in Dalarna could affect 11 parliamentary seats and the balance of power.

Armed man arrested after lunging at Ohio candidate Amy Acton at Canfield Fair — Sep 7, 2026

Nicole Hardy Doesn't matter what side you're on, lunging at someone with a weapon is not political discourse, it's a crime. Hope they throw the book at this guy.

Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

16th Street Baptist Church opens visitor center on bombing anniversary — Sep 15, 2026On the 63rd anniversary of the Klan bombing that killed four girls, 16th Street Baptist Church opened a visitor center as hundreds gathered and both gubernatorial candidates marked the day.

Maya Lindstrom Both candidates showing up together is a small sign that politicians can still respect this history without turning it into a fight.

Armed man lunges at Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton at fair, campaign says — Sep 7, 2026

Jared Kim Glad she wasn't hurt. Campaign events shouldn't require this kind of security concern, but here we are.

Hudson Taylor's Inland China VowGood News — FROM 1853Missionary candidate surrenders fully during prayer.

Vail Resorts Receives Five Board Nominations, Including Olympian — Sep 11, 2026Vail Resorts’ nominations window closed on September 10, 2026, with five shareholder-nominated candidates including Picabo Street and former Disney CEO Robert A. Chapek, plus a self-nomination by Gregory Syvert Meyer. The company will review all candidates, pursue an active search for a new independent director to be completed in early 2027, and publish its recommended slate in the proxy statement, while shareholders are not required to take action at this time.

Priya Raman Chapek's Disney track record might help with marketing but I worry it won't address rising lift ticket prices or local community concerns.

Can you read data — or just vibes?Quizie — QuizFifteen questions on charts, stats, and the tricks numbers play. The rank tells everyone whether to trust your slides.