Elon Musk Becomes the World's First Trillionaire. Is That Such a Bad Thing? Growing economies benefit all people, not just the uberwealthy. Reason · Jun 12
A data center caused an uproar in Utah. Congress is watching (and waiting) ST. GEORGE, Utah — Residents from a state starving for water have become the face of local struggles against Big Tech, locked in protests against a proposed data center that at one point was set to sprawl thousands of acres larger than its infamous Bryce Canyon. Some are looking for… Roll Call · Jun 11
AOC Invokes 'Wizard of Oz' to Explain Why She Refuses to Fear Trump Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez sharply criticized President Donald Trump's administration, accusing it of deliberately using fear and chaos as political tools while urging Americans not to surrender their rights or disengage from public life. Latin Times · Jun 10
AOC’s five-word mic drop on whether Trump cost the Knicks and fans a win ahead of Game 4 of NBA finals ‘That ticket cost way more than just the money, it cost everybody a good time,’ Ocasio-Cortez tells The Independent The Independent UK · Jun 9
Inside the Democratic resistance on AI Five influential progressives are shaping a confrontational Democratic message on AI. Axios · Jun 7
Democrats’ key to a Senate take-back is mired in scandal as party leaders brush off claims of abusing women and racist tattoo ANALYSIS: The dead-heat race between Susan Collins and Graham Platner just got a new wrinkle amid a slew of fresh news reports about a Maine oysterman’s treatment of women, as well as his infamous “Totenkopf” tattoo. Eric Garcia reports on the effect of it all on Democrats’ chances to flip… The Independent UK · Jun 5
New Study Finds Average College Professor 'Only Slightly Less Left' Than Bernie Sanders FIRE's data suggest that the range of opinions at American universities is far too narrow. Reason · Jun 3
Who Are The Democrats Taking a More Confrontational Stance On Artificial Intelligence Progressive Democrats argue that AI may be sold as innovation, but its benefits could flow to a small group of billionaires while workers, consumers, and communities carry the costs. International Business Times · Jun 1
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Quietly Positions For 2028 President Race With 'Confederacy' Speech Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's recent activities in key battleground states suggest potential presidential ambitions, despite her public denials. Her strategic visits and fundraising capabilities indicate a possible 2028 campaign. International Business Times UK · May 24
New documentary sees AOC visit Trump country where voters embrace her in fight over new data center The documentary sees the New York Congresswoman travel to Morgan County, Georgia, where Trump won over 70 percent of the vote in 2024 The Independent UK · May 20
Progressive Chris Rabb wins closely watched Democratic primary in Pennsylvania: ‘We are indomitable’ Tight primary in Philadelphia district, seen as key test of ‘Mamdani moment’ across US, bolsters Democrats’ left flank The Guardian - US · May 20
AOC, Jeffries and More Democrats Slam Texas Candidate for Antisemitic Comments: 'This is Absolutely Disgusting' "This vile language by her is disqualifying and has no place in American politics, and certainly not in the Democratic Party," said Jeffries and Rep. Suzan DelBene in a joint statement Latin Times · May 20
Billionaires are trying to lull us into AI complacency. Don’t let them As resistance to datacenters grows, Musk and others are painting a rosy picture. But the US must institute protections The Guardian - US · May 19
After Trump, who? Democrats enter an unusually open race for 2028 Democratic hopefuls are already positioning themselves for a 2028 presidential run, with governors, senators, and past candidates actively engaging in early-voting states. While no one has formally declared, the field is beginning to take shape, with potential contenders like Andy Beshear, Gavin Newsom, and Pete Buttigieg making early moves. The Economic Times · May 19
The Guardian - US · May 19 Nancy Pelosi breaks silence to endorse San Francisco supervisor as successor Former House speaker, who had not yet weighed in, declared Connie Chan ‘best prepared’ to represent city
The Independent UK · May 18 Tuesday’s primary vote will help determine more than control of Congress. It can have a lasting impact on the nation ANALYSIS: Races in Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Georgia might determine control of the House, Senate - and maybe the future of the White House, Eric Garcia writes
The Guardian - US · May 17 A ‘tax-the-rich’ billionaire candidate? Democrats are intrigued Tom Steyer has built his campaign for governor of California around affordability – he’s not the only Democrat testing the party’s appetite for a populist from the 1%
The Independent UK · May 15 AOC plays coy on White House run as polling has her neck and neck with Kamala and she storms into Shapiro territory IN FOCUS: EXCLUSIVE: She’s gaining ground in the polls, campaigning for down-ballot Democrats and courting the party’s base. Eric Garcia breaks down what comes next for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Latin Times · May 15 AOC Explains Her Expanded National Political Role Ahead Of Midterm Elections Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said she is traveling across the country to support Democratic candidates because she believes recent voting rights rulings and political developments have created what she called an "all-hands-on-deck situation" for American democracy.
The Guardian - US · May 15 Could voters in US’s bluest district deliver a ‘Mamdani moment’ in Philadelphia? Pennsylvania’s third district, a Democratic bastion, will see a face-off between party’s traditional wing and insurgents
Axios · May 10 Scoop: Josh Shapiro quietly tries to derail AOC-backed progressive House candidate The May 19 primary is shaping up as an early test of strength for the two potential rivals.
The Times of India · May 10 Indian-American Tina Shah stirs row after saying she is the ‘only Democrat who is pro-Israel’ in viral video An Indian-American congressional candidate in New Jersey stirred a row after a leaked audio clip showed her describing herself as the only Democrat in her race fully backing Israel.
The Guardian - US · May 9 ‘My ambition is to change the country,’ AOC says when asked about seeking higher office in 2028 New York’s Democratic representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez brushed off question about run for presidency
Reason · May 8 Contra AOC, You Don't Have To Be a Billionaire To Be a Leech There are makers and moochers on every rung of the income ladder.
Marie Claire · May 7 The Congresswomen’s Pact For the first time, twelve congresswomen reveal how they’re banding together after the Trump administration came for one of their own: Rep. LaMonica McIver.