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in Congressional Democrats
What do you see as the root cause of the Democratic Party's current struggles: messaging, policy substance, leadership, or something else entirely?
— Sam Okafor
Sam Okafor · Aug 23, 2026
in Congressional Democrats
What's driving the divide within the Democratic Party over the shutdown vote, and do you think the political fallout will actually land on them as these headlines suggest?
— Derek Foss
Derek Foss · Aug 18, 2026
in Congressional Democrats
Which of this week's storylines—Manchin's "rudderless" comment, El-Sayed's demo problem, or the new midterm tickets—says the most about the Democratic Party's direction right now?
— Maya Lindstrom
Maya Lindstrom · Aug 9, 2026
in Congressional Democrats
What's driving the drop in Democrats' approval among young voters, and what would you want the party to do differently heading into next year's elections?
— Dana Whitfield
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in John Fetterman
Is Fetterman's break from Democratic strategy on the shutdown principled independence or damaging his own party's leverage in negotiations?
— Nicole Hardy
Nicole Hardy · Aug 17, 2026
Jeffries unveils Day One agenda as Democratic unity faces test
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Virginia’s 2025 elections produced a Democratic trifecta, expanding state control and advancing policies on higher minimum wages, paid sick leave, salary transparency, and cannabis sales, signaling a shift toward a more expansive government role in a once-competitive state. In Congress, Democratic leaders face unity tests as they pursue an ambitious agenda to oversight the current president Trump’s administration and address cost of living, while managing a razor-thin majority and intra-party divisions that could shape the party’s ability to govern.
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Cost of living should be priority number one for whoever's in charge. People don't care about the politics, they care about their grocery bills.
El-Sayed apologizes amid antisemitism concerns in Michigan race
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— Aug 26, 2026
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel accuses Abdul El-Sayed of making excuses for terrorism after a Hezbollah-inspired attack on a West Bloomfield synagogue, warning that anti-Israel rhetoric within the Democratic Party risks fueling antisemitism and undermining security for Jewish voters. She urges retraction of his comments and cautions that the party’s stance on Israel could influence control of the Senate, highlighting perceived gaps in understanding Jewish history and the impact on Jewish Democrats.
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Ossoff Reported to Find Formula to Excite Democrats
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— Aug 27, 2026
Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff, despite being the only Senate Democrat defending a seat in a state President Trump won, has built momentum and a so‑called formula to excite Democrats through his campaign messaging and bipartisan work, attracting both praise and controversy from commentators. Coverage spans NPR profiles praising his outreach and rhetoric while critics argue he embodies a polished, white‑collar image aimed at appealing to white working‑class voters, reflecting a broader debate about the party's electoral strategy.
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VERDICT WATCH: MA v. Lindsay Clancy - Day 27 | Accused Killer Mom Trial
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Manchin Calls Dem Party ‘Rudderless’
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— Aug 7, 2026
Former Sen. Joe Manchin ( I-W.Va .) said the Democratic Party has veered away from its core values and has become “rudderless.” Manchin explained why he left the Democratic Party and said party leaders have become too…
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Mexican Authorities Make Cartel Fuel-Theft Seizures – No Arrests
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Lifelong Democrat Sounds Alarm Over Party’s Growing Socialist Wing
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— Jul 22, 2026
A lifelong Democrat and former Clinton administration official is warning his party that the growing influence of Democratic socialists could threaten the future of the Democratic Party. According to Fox News , Jamie…
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America's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.
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John Fetterman Says This ‘One Condition’ Would Cause Him To Leave Democrat Party
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— Jul 16, 2026
Democratic Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman said Wednesday he would leave the Democratic Party if it became the "anti-Israel party."
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‘We Are Not The Party Of Common Sense’: Democrat Julie Roginsky Rips Democratic Party’s Disconnect With Voters
Reporting
— Nov 8, 2024
Democratic strategist Julie Roginsky rebuked the Democratic Party on Thursday for failing to connect with voters. During an appearance on CNN, Roginsky said that the fault does not lie with prominent figures such as…
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Bernie Sanders Warns Democrat Party May Not Survive
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— Nov 3, 2025
Independent Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders warned on The New York Times’ “The Opinions” podcast Monday that the Democratic Party’s survival is not guaranteed. The Democratic Party’s favorability stands at just 33.4%…
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Prominent DNC Fundraiser Announces She Is Leaving the Democratic Party
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— Dec 23, 2024
Lindy Li at one time was a great force in the Democratic Party. She is now leaving the party, calling it a “cult.” Li, a prominent Democratic National Committee (DNC) fundraiser, announced that she is leaving the…
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Fans Erupt Over Surprise Photo of Chappell Roan With BTS Members Backstage at LA Concert
Overwhelmingly positive fan reaction to photo of Chappell Roan with BTS's RM, J-Hope, and V, with shock, joy, and crossover excitement dominating; no meaningful opposition.
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Democratic Senator ‘Very Seriously’ Considering Ditching Party: ‘The Brand Has Become So Bad’
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— Aug 11, 2023
Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia said he is considering leaving his party, citing the declining “brand” of political parties. Speculation has swirled about Manchin’s loyalties to his party for more than a…
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After Grueling Election Loss, Democratic Party’s Approval Reaches New Lows
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— Jan 29, 2025
The Democratic Party’s approval rating is nearing an all time low, according to the results of Quinnipiac polling released Wednesday. Just 31% of registered voters approve of the Democratic Party, the lowest…
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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Fetterman Speaks Out Against Rise of Socialist Influence on Dem Party
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— Aug 5, 2026
Socialists and communists are having more influence on the Democratic Party — and Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) does not like it. He noted figures like socialist streamer Hasan Piker are pulling the party towards more…
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Louisiana State Lawmaker Decides to Join the Republican Party
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— Apr 11, 2023
A Democrat in the Louisiana House is switching parties. According to The Advocate, Democrat State Rep. Jeremy LaCombe shared Monday he is joining the Republican Party. Another Democrat, Rep. Francis Thompson, also…
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‘Most Atrocious Abuses Of The System’: Democratic Strategist Breaks Down Party’s Failures
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— Feb 25, 2025
Democratic Party strategist Julian Epstein appeared Monday on Fox Business to discuss what he said are systemic failures within the party. During an appearance on “The Evening Edit,” Epstein said Democrats have strayed…
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‘Pawn Star’ Head Rick Harrison Has Bypass Surgery
"Pawn Stars" boss Rick Harrison is recovering after having an emergency bypass surgery. "He went in for a simpler procedure, and they found he needed a bypass," a spokesperson for the Harrison family told Fox News Digital . "He is resting comfortably and looking forward to a full recovery." "He is grateful for the doctors and staff at the hospital and that his wife and family can be with him durin
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Michigan Primary Puts Democratic Party's Future on the Line
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— Aug 5, 2026
Primary voters headed to the polls Tuesday in five states, with Michigan emerging as the night's biggest political battleground as Democrats wage a high-profile fight over the party's direction ahead of the midterm…
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Name your candidates and answer honestly — the AI issues the verdict, with a runner-up. Private until YOU decide to share it.
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Montana Sheriff Calls Out Dems for Supporting 'Terrorist' Orgs, Leaves Democratic Party
Opinion
— Jun 18, 2021
Sheriff Jesse Slaughter of Cascade County, Montana, announced Tuesday he is switching his party affiliation from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party for his 2022 re-election bid, saying the GOP has had his back…
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Tulsi Gabbard Reveals She Is Leaving the Democratic Party That Is Run by ‘Elitist Cabal of Warmongers’
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— Oct 11, 2022
Former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) shared she is leaving the Democratic Party behind. Gabbard posted a video announcement to Twitter with the caption, “I can no longer remain in today’s Democratic Party that is now…
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SC Democrat Announces She’s Flipping to Republican Party After Having a Realization: ‘It Was in My Heart’
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— Feb 24, 2022
There has been a growing trend of Democratic politicians switching parties. In the last year, particularly, there have been numerous party switches throughout the U.S. Take Harriet Holman for example. Holman is a…
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Biden to Accept Party’s Nomination at Scaled-Back Democratic Convention in Milwaukee
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— Jun 25, 2020
2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden will officially accept the party’s nomination at the scaled-back Democratic National Convention in August. “Vice President Biden intends to proudly accept his party’s…
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Trump Pardons Sailor Sentenced To 20 Years Over Toy Firearms
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The Democrats’ Climate Silence Is A Confession
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— Jul 31, 2026
Something is missing from the Democratic Party's 2026 message, and its absence speaks louder than any speech. Climate change, the issue party leaders once called an existential emergency, has gone quiet. Journalists even have a name for it: climate hushing.
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Lifelong Democrat C-SPAN Caller Says Party ‘Makes’ Him ‘Sick,’ Announces He’s Leaving
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— Oct 31, 2025
An Oklahoma C-SPAN caller who said he was a lifelong Democrat and voted for former Vice President Kamala Harris in 2024 declared on Friday that he was sickened by his party and plans to leave it. The Democratic Party’s…
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STEPHEN MOORE: A Kennedy Endorses Trump. Goodbye JFK Democrats
Reporting
— Aug 26, 2024
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s exit from the Democratic Party (or was he booted out?) is only the latest sign that there are no more JFK Democrats left in positions of power in the Democratic Party. President John F. Kennedy…
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Moskowitz Tops DSA-Backed Challenger in Florida Primary
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— Aug 19, 2026
U.S. Representative Jared Moskowitz, a centrist Democrat, won the Florida 25th District Democratic primary against DSA-backed Oliver Larkin as the state’s newly redrawn map makes the seat a November battleground. The contest underscored a clash between a moderate incumbent who touts bipartisanship and a progressive challenger pushing Medicare for All and other bold reforms, with Moskowitz emphasizing cross‑party appeal while Larkin argued Democrats must embrace a bolder agenda.
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Republicans Gain Historic Power After Louisiana Democrat Switches Parties
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— Mar 20, 2023
The Democratic drift to the left has led to a history-making political event in Louisiana. Citing the incompatibility of Democratic Party positions with his Christian faith, formerly Democratic state Rep. Francis…
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Carlos Alcaraz Explains US Open Undershirt Choice: “I Saw My Nipple Too Much Lately”
The post from @TheTennisLetter shares a video clip of tennis star Carlos Alcaraz in a press conference saying he wore an undershirt for his U.S. Open match because he had been seeing his nipple too much lately (due to his kit). It is trending for its lighthearted, self-deprecating humor amid ongoing fan and media jokes about visible nipples in his sleeveless/Nike outfits; the clip has drawn thousands of likes, quotes, and laughing reactions as a fun viral tennis moment.
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Markiplier’s GoPro Gamble Raises Questions
DeFranco News Clips · 2.7M views · Sep 1, 2026
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