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Half of Voters Dislike Socialism Amid Progressive Wins, New Poll Finds
Roughly half of U.S. voters view socialism unfavorably in a new poll conducted by The New York Times and Siena University. The results show that despite democratic socialists scoring significant victories against the Democratic establishment, the movement remains unpopular with much of America. Among likely voters, 51% held an unfavorable view of socialism in the poll, compared with 31% who viewed it favorably. The poll did not define either socialism or democratic socialism for respondents.
Half of Voters Dislike Socialism Amid Progressive Wins, New Poll Finds
Half of Voters Dislike Socialism Amid Progressive Wins, New Poll Finds Zohran Mamdani, the New York City mayor and democratic socialist, was viewed more favorably than Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a fellow high-profile member of the movement. Mayor Zohran Mamdani of New York City and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Democrat of New York, are two of the nation’s most high-profile democratic socialists.
Which Republican Senate Candidates Are Skipping Trump’s Convention? For G.O.P. candidates in the most competitive races, deciding whether to appear with President Trump can be tricky. Some are going, while others are staying away. Open modal at item 1 of 2 Open modal at item 2 of 2 Ken Paxton is one of many Republicans that will be speaking at the Republican convention. Senator Susan Collins will be skipping the event.The New York Times Sept.
Fake Version of Republican Midterm Convention Website Redirects to Epstein Files
Liberal View 11 hours ago GOP Convention website redirects to Epstein Files dailykos.com - notksanymore • 11h September 4, 2026 at 5:07 AM September 4, 2026 at 4:14 PM September 4, 2026 at 7:07 AM September 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM Measles 8 hours ago Measles cases skyrocket, and could keep climbing Scripps News • 8h Plus, will we see more unredacted Epstein files? New releases are expected just after Labor Day this year.
Fake Version of Republican Midterm Convention Website Redirects to Epstein Files
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Fake Version of Republican Midterm Convention Website Redirects to Epstein Files A spoof of the G.O.P. convention site tricked people for weeks, before redirecting them to the Justice Department’s library of Epstein files.
Kalshi Suspends Republican House Candidate for Betting on Her Own Race
Kalshi Suspends Republican House Candidate for Betting on Her Own Race The trading platform Kalshi issued a three-year suspension to the candidate, Laurie Buckhout, and fined her nearly $2,600. Ms. Buckhout said she had made a “dumb mistake.” Laurie Buckhout, a former U.S. Army colonel and a Republican, is challenging Representative Don Davis of North Carolina.Credit...Chris Seward/Associated Press Aug.
Peltola and Sullivan Advance in Crucial Alaska Senate Contest
Peltola and Sullivan Advance in Crucial Alaska Senate Contest The Democratic former congresswoman and the incumbent Republican senator will face off in November. Whether a potential spoiler candidate with the same name as the senator qualifies alongside them has not been determined. Former Representative Mary Peltola, a Democrat, and Senator Dan Sullivan, a Republican, will advance to the general election for an Alaska Senate seat.Credit...Kerry Tasker/Reuters; Eric Lee for The New York Times Aug.
Searching for answers from the man accused of sabotaging Alaska’s Senate race
PETERSBURG, Alaska — Ordinarily, the dark horse Senate campaign of an elusive, retired teacher in a tiny Alaskan fishing village would barely register for Sen. Dan Sullivan, the Republican incumbent running for reelection with President Donald Trump’s support and a $7 million war chest. But that dark horse’s name is also Dan Sullivan. National Republicans, including the sitting senator, were enraged when Sullivan announced in late May that he would run for the Senate as a member of their party.
Searching for Answers From the Man Accused of Sabotaging Alaska’s Senate Race
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Ordinarily, the dark horse Senate campaign of an elusive, retired teacher in a tiny Alaskan fishing village would barely register for Senator Dan Sullivan, the Republican incumbent running for re-election with President Trump’s support and a $7 million war chest. But that dark horse’s name is also Dan Sullivan.
Mary Peltola Shakes Up Senate Campaign Staff Days Before Alaska Primary
Mary Peltola Shakes Up Senate Campaign Staff Days Before Alaska Primary Ms. Peltola, the Democratic Senate candidate, fired a longtime senior aide and named a new campaign manager. Mary Peltola in Anchorage in January.Credit...Kerry Tasker/Reuters Aug. 17, 2026, 5:36 p.m. ET Mary Peltola, the Democratic candidate for Senate in Alaska, has shaken up her campaign in the final days before a high-profile primary, jettisoning at least one longtime senior aide and switching campaign managers.
The Debate Over Democrats' Future Rages On After Hong's Defeat in Wisconsin
Francesca Hong was supposed to prove that a democratic socialist could win a statewide election. Instead, her surprise loss in the primary election for governor of Wisconsin dealt a blow to the progressive movement and initiated a scramble among Democratic factions to define her narrow defeat either as an impressive harbinger of the movement's future or an ominous sign of voter antipathy toward the far left.
The Debate Over Democrats’ Future Rages On After Hong’s Defeat in Wisconsin
The Debate Over Democrats’ Future Rages On After Hong’s Defeat in Wisconsin Some Democrats said the outcome showed that the moderate wing of the party carried more electoral weight, while Ms. Hong’s strong showing gave some progressives hope. Francesca Hong speaking after losing the Wisconsin primary election.
A Stunning Upset in Wisconsin Shows the Limits of the Left Original
The Democratic establishment finally struck back at the surging populist left. Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, entered Tuesday evening’s Wisconsin primary for governor as the Democratic favorite, with a lead in the polls built on months of grass-roots organizing and a left-wing message that seemed to fit the moment of establishment unease.
5 Things to Know About Francesca Hong, Wisconsin Candidate for Governor
Francesca Hong, a Wisconsin state assemblywoman and democratic socialist, outlasted two more prominent Democrats but still faces several others in the Democratic primary for governor on Tuesday. Here are five things to know about Ms. Hong, a chef and former small business owner from Madison. 1. She ran as a populist focused on economic issues. Ms. Hong, the child of Korean immigrants, is a single mother and renter who once owned her own ramen restaurant.
5 Things to Know About Francesca Hong, Wisconsin Candidate for Governor
Jordan Love may have finally fixed the biggest flaw holding him back While the Green Bay Packers are confident that Jordan Love can take them to the promised land, he still has room for improvement. In particular, he …
Inside the Left’s Playbook for Winning Elections
In late March, several thousand angry demonstrators gathered at a park in Milwaukee for a “No Kings” protest to denounce President Trump’s administration. For the crowded field of Democrats running for governor of Wisconsin, the event was the perfect chance to engage fired-up primary voters. Only one campaign appeared to show up in significant numbers: Francesca Hong’s.
Inside the Left's Playbook for Winning Elections
In late March, several thousand angry demonstrators gathered at a park in Milwaukee for a "No Kings" protest to denounce President Donald Trump's administration. For the crowded field of Democrats running for governor of Wisconsin, the event was the perfect chance to engage fired-up primary voters. Only one campaign appeared to show up in significant numbers: Francesca Hong's.
Arizona’s Democratic governor set to pick a Republican running mate
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs, a vulnerable Democrat running for reelection, plans to tap a longtime Republican and former mayor of a Phoenix suburb to serve as her running mate, according to two people familiar with the decision. John Giles, a former mayor of Mesa, Arizona, is expected to be announced in the coming days as Hobbs’ lieutenant governor nominee. Neither Hobbs nor her campaign would confirm the choice, and nothing is final until an announcement.
Primary Elections Live Updates: Race Too Close to Call in Democratic Primary for Michigan Senate Seat Original
Latest Updated Aug. 5, 2026, 3:50 a.m. ET An acrimonious and expensive Democratic Senate primary in Michigan that divided the party remained unresolved early Wednesday, with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former public health official, clinging to a narrow lead over Representative Haley Stevens, a moderate. The contest reflected sharp divisions in the party over Israel and drew dueling endorsements from prominent elected officials.
Michigan's divisive Democratic Senate battle awaits a victor
DETROIT -- Votes were being tallied in four states holding consequential primary elections on Tuesday, including in Michigan, where a contentious Democratic Senate primary that encapsulates the party's stark divides is being decided. The bitter, expensive race pitted Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former public health official, against Rep. Haley Stevens, a centrist supported by party leaders. The winner will defend the seat of Sen.
El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Primary
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive and a vocal critic of Israel, edged Rep. Haley Stevens, a moderate, early Wednesday to win the Michigan Senate Democratic primary, according to The Associated Press. It was a high-profile victory for the ascendant political left, though the rancorous race was ultimately far closer than polls had suggested, with El-Sayed leading by less than a percentage point Wednesday morning. He will face former Rep.
Race Too Close to Call in Democratic Primary for Michigan Senate Seat
An acrimonious and expensive Democratic Senate primary in Michigan that divided the party remained unresolved early Wednesday, with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former public health official, clinging to a narrow lead over Rep. Haley Stevens, a moderate. The contest reflected sharp divisions in the party over Israel and drew dueling endorsements from prominent elected officials. Michigan, one of the country's biggest battleground states, could determine control of the Senate this fall.
El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Primary
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive and a vocal critic of Israel, edged Rep. Haley Stevens, a moderate, early Wednesday to win the Michigan Senate Democratic primary, according to The Associated Press. It was a high-profile victory for the ascendant political left, though the rancorous race was ultimately far closer than polls had suggested, with El-Sayed leading by less than a percentage point Wednesday morning. He will face former Rep.
Pro-Israel Democrat Fends Off Democratic Socialist's Comeback Attempt in Missouri
Rep. Wesley Bell of Missouri, a moderate pro-Israel Democrat, fended off a primary challenge from a former member of Congress and democratic socialist on Tuesday, according to The Associated Press, in a loss for the surging socialist movement. Former Rep. Cori Bush, Bell's predecessor in the St. Louis district, had hoped to add to the high-profile victories that socialists have notched over Democratic incumbents this year in New York City and Denver.
Arizona’s Democratic Governor Set to Pick a Republican Running Mate
1 hour ago An expensive birthday party for Donald. President Donald Trump’s controversial UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House South Lawn earlier this summer reportedly cost the mixed martial arts company millions. Despite generating widespread attention, the event cost the UFC approximately $30 million, …
Arizona’s Democratic Governor Set to Pick a Republican Running Mate Original
Gov. Katie Hobbs of Arizona, a vulnerable Democrat running for re-election, plans to tap a longtime Republican and former mayor of a Phoenix suburb to serve as her running mate, according to two people familiar with the decision. John Giles, a former mayor of Mesa, Ariz., is expected to be announced in the coming days as Ms. Hobbs’s lieutenant governor nominee. Neither Ms. Hobbs nor her campaign would confirm the choice, and nothing is final until an announcement.
Pro-Israel Democrat Fends Off Democratic Socialist’s Comeback Attempt in Missouri
Representative Wesley Bell of Missouri, a moderate pro-Israel Democrat, fended off a primary challenge from a former congresswoman and democratic socialist on Tuesday, according to The Associated Press, in a loss for the surging socialist movement. Former Representative Cori Bush, Mr. Bell’s predecessor in the St. Louis district, had hoped to add to the high-profile victories that socialists have notched over Democratic incumbents this year in New York City and Denver.
How Democratic Socialists Are Wrestling With Their Next Moves
When a leader of the Democratic Socialists of America recently appeared on Fox News and enthusiastically affirmed the group’s platform — including goals such as eliminating the U.S. Senate and working toward abolishing prisons — Democratic strategists wrung their hands and Republicans licked their lips. Acknowledging such aims, both parties predicted, could hinder progressive candidates and other Democrats painted with an extremist brush in the midterm elections.
How Democratic Socialists Are Wrestling With Their Next Moves
CHICAGO -- When a leader of the Democratic Socialists of America recently appeared on Fox News and enthusiastically affirmed the group's platform -- including goals such as eliminating the U.S. Senate and working toward abolishing prisons -- Democratic strategists wrung their hands and Republicans licked their lips. Acknowledging such aims, both parties predicted, could hinder progressive candidates and other Democrats painted with an extremist brush in the midterm elections.
How Democratic Socialists Are Wrestling With Their Next Moves
CHICAGO -- When a leader of the Democratic Socialists of America recently appeared on "Fox News Sunday" and enthusiastically affirmed the group's platform -- including goals such as eliminating the U.S. Senate and working toward abolishing prisons -- Democratic strategists wrung their hands and Republicans licked their lips. Acknowledging such aims, both parties predicted, could hinder progressive candidates and other Democrats painted with an extremist brush in the midterm elections.
What We Know About Tuesday's Arizona Primaries
In Arizona, one of the nation's fiercest political battlegrounds, Republicans are looking for candidates who can return their party to statewide power, while Democrats are angling for House seats that could help deliver a majority in November. Tuesday's primaries will offer an indication of where voters want their sides to go before the midterm elections.
What we know about Tuesday's Arizona primaries
In Arizona, one of the nation's fiercest political battlegrounds, Republicans are looking for candidates who can return their party to statewide power, while Democrats are angling for House seats that could help deliver a majority in November. Tuesday's primaries will offer an indication of where voters want their sides to go before the midterm elections.
Can Arizona Republicans Moderate Enough to Win Back the State?
PHOENIX -- On the debate stage last month in Arizona, Rep. Andy Biggs, the leading candidate in the state's Republican primary for governor, did not try to convince voters that he was the most conservative candidate in the race. He did not tout his Freedom Caucus bona fides nor his push to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Instead, he styled himself as a bipartisan dealmaker who has worked with Democrats, including Rep. Hakeem Jeffries of New York and Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona.
G.O.P. Appears to Boost Socialist’s Primary Campaign for Wisconsin Governor Original
G.O.P. Appears to Boost Socialist’s Primary Campaign for Wisconsin Governor Republicans appear to view Francesca Hong as their weakest opponent in a general election. They are spending $2.2 million in an apparent attempt to aid her primary campaign. A portrait of Wisconsin state Rep. Francesca Hong in Luck, Wis.
Platner’s rise and fall revives old questions about ‘Bernie Bros’ and women
Last month, as accusations that Graham Platner of Maine had demeaned and threatened women consumed his Senate campaign, his left-wing allies closed ranks around him. Rep. Ro Khanna of California posted a video on social media sitting alongside Platner on a floating dock discussing “transformational politics.” Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont said Platner had “gotten his life together” despite his troubling past. “There are no saints in the United States Senate,” Sanders said at the time.
Platner’s Rise and Fall Revives Old Questions About ‘Bernie Bros’ and Women
Platner’s Rise and Fall Revives Old Questions About ‘Bernie Bros’ and Women The collapse of Graham Platner’s Senate bid in Maine after a rape allegation renewed attention to a movement built by Senator Bernie Sanders that some say is too forgiving of male misconduct. Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont has been widely seen as attempting to burnish his legacy this year by anointing a new generation of progressive leaders, including Graham Platner of Maine.Credit...Robert F.
Platner's Rise and Fall Revives Old Questions About 'Bernie Bros' and Women
Last month, as accusations that Graham Platner of Maine had demeaned and threatened women consumed his Senate campaign, his left-wing allies closed ranks around him. Rep. Ro Khanna of California posted a video on social media sitting alongside Platner on a floating dock discussing "transformational politics." Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont said Platner had "gotten his life together" despite his troubling past. "There are no saints in the United States Senate," Sanders said at the time.
Platner's Rise and Fall Revives Old Questions About 'Bernie Bros' and Women
Last month, as accusations that Graham Platner of Maine had demeaned and threatened women consumed his Senate campaign, his left-wing allies closed ranks around him. Rep. Ro Khanna of California posted a video on social media sitting alongside Platner on a floating dock discussing "transformational politics." Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont said Platner had "gotten his life together" despite his troubling past. "There are no saints in the United States Senate," Sanders said at the time.
A Big Gamble for the Left: Can Socialism Appeal in a Swing State?
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Jeff Hanneman was infuriated to learn about a proposal this spring to build a 220-acre data center on the site of a shuttered paper mill near his house in Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. Worried that the project would pollute the tranquil waters of the nearby Wisconsin River, Mr. Hanneman, 43, planted a “No Data Center” sign in his yard.
Can Democratic Socialism Win in Wisconsin?
Francesca Hong, a state legislator running for governor of Wisconsin, wants to prove that a democratic socialist can win in a battleground. Some say she would hand the race to Republicans. Jeff Hanneman was infuriated to learn about a proposal this spring to build a 220-acre data center on the site of a shuttered paper mill near his house in Wisconsin Rapids, Wis.
Democratic outsiders keep rolling: 5 takeaways from Colorado’s primaries
The insurgent progressive movement jolting the Democratic Party rolled through Colorado on Tuesday evening in the latest test of the left’s ability to oust establishment politicians and usher in generational change. In two primary battles between mainstream figures and candidates running to their left as Washington outsiders, the more liberal candidates prevailed.
Democratic Outsiders Keep Rolling: 5 Takeaways From Colorado’s Primaries
Democratic Outsiders Keep Rolling: 5 Takeaways From Colorado’s Primaries A democratic socialist ousted a veteran congresswoman in Denver, and a U.S. senator lost his bid for governor. But the state’s other senator fended off a progressive primary challenger. Melat Kiros, center, toppled Representative Diana DeGette, a veteran Democrat in Denver.
Island Resorts, Disney Stays: A Senator Uses Campaign Funds for Family Travel.
Super Bowl tickets worth $37,500. Flights to Puerto Rico, Nantucket, St. Barths and Miami for his wife, children and an au pair. More than $20,000 at Ritz-Carlton hotels. More than $26,000 in childcare. These purchases are just a sampling of expenditures that Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz.
Two Dan Sullivans to Appear on Alaska Senate Ballot, State High Court Rules Original
Two Dan Sullivans to Appear on Alaska Senate Ballot, State High Court Rules Republicans had sought the removal of a little-known candidate with the same name as the incumbent senator, arguing that he was not a “good faith” candidate. Republicans unsuccessfully sought to block a little known candidate, Dan J. Sullivan, left, from the same ballot as their party’s incumbent, Senator Dan S.
Gallego’s Use of Campaign Funds for Family Trips Prompts Scrutiny
Gallego’s Use of Campaign Funds for Family Trips Prompts Scrutiny The Arizona senator used campaign money to fly his family to Nantucket and the Caribbean. The Justice Department has said it is investigating his campaign finance activity. Senator Ruben Gallego of Arizona repeatedly took his family to vacation destinations and billed tens of thousands of dollars in flights to his campaign accounts just in 2025.
Pro-Transgender Candidate Is Chased From a Trans Rights Event Over Gaza
Scott Wiener is a Democratic member of the California Senate and a prominent gay politician who has championed significant state legislation to expand the rights of transgender people. But late Friday afternoon, as Wiener was on his way to a Pride Shabbat service led by a trans rabbi, he was run out of San Francisco's annual Trans March by protesters accusing him of endorsing genocide in the Gaza Strip.
Pro-Transgender Candidate Is Chased From a Trans Rights Event Over Gaza
Pro-Transgender Candidate Is Chased From a Trans Rights Event Over Gaza Scott Wiener, who is running to replace Nancy Pelosi, was surrounded by a small group of protesters shouting invective before a transgender march in San Francisco.
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