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Virginia Expected To Remain Democratic Stronghold In 2020 Election

Former Governor Terry McAuliffe analyzes Virginia's political landscape, highlighting Democratic strength due to federal workers and military community sup...

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Democrats ‘enthused’ as Harris prepares to accept nomination at Chicago convention

US Vice President Kamala Harris has enjoyed a steady rise in her favorability ratings, with her party members energized over her candidacy as the Democratic National Convention opens in Chicago Monday. But thousands of activists calling for a Gaza ceasefire are expected to converge at the convention, exposing increasing opposition,…

France 24

Trump slammed voting rights for felons in 2016. Now he may become one

If convicted, Mr Trump may find himself running in an election that he cannot vote in

The Independent UK

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Tim Ryan warns Democrats must fix their ‘brand’ – and ditch Biden – to win in 2024

The Midwest Democrat tells John Bowden what he believes his party needs to do to retain the White House next year. Will they listen?

The Independent UK

Tim Ryan warns Democrats must fix their ‘brand’ – and ditch Biden – to win in 2024

The Midwest Democrat tells John Bowden what he believes his party needs to do to retain the White House next year. Will they listen?

The Independent UK

As national political omens go, Republicans sought middle ground on abortion in Virginia − and still lost the state legislature

The election results in Virginia offer Republicans across the country one key lesson before the 2024 presidential election: Revise the GOP position on the critical issue of abortion.

The Conversation

Book bans and school bathrooms: Republicans to test power of ‘parents’ rights’ movement in Virginia

From pandemic to book bans and school bathrooms, ‘parents’ rights’ are playing a key role – but its electoral potency is being questioned

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‘He’s pretty smooth’: Glenn Youngkin of Virginia may be a challenger for Trump

Republican governor is anti-abortion, anti-trans and a ‘nightmare’ for Democrats

The Guardian - US

Back in the 1960s, the push for parental rights over school standards was not led by white conservatives but by Black and Latino parents

A key issue underlying the 2023 Virginia election first drew statewide – and national – attention in a debate two years ago.

The Conversation

Trump on trial, DeSantis wilting: But don’t expect Glenn Youngkin to be the Republicans’ 2024 white knight

Admirers – said to include Rupert Murdoch – want the Virginia governor to throw his hat in the ring this election cycle. But there are plenty of good reasons why he won’t writes John Bowden

The Independent UK

King Charles's horse Chalk Stream has raced in the Adelaide Cup as large crowds watched on

Bred by the late Queen and owned by His Majesty the King, a royal horse has raced at the Adelaide Cup — but did not take the crown.

ABC News

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott hits road to tout school voucher plan

CORSICANA, Texas — In this small city southeast of Dallas, where residents are protective of their public schools, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott touted his plan to allow private school vouchers as necessary to give parents control of their children’s education.

Tribune News Service

Editorial: ‘School choice’ proposals face an inconvenient obstacle

There may be no better evidence of Virginia’s need to upgrade its history education than the debate over “school choice” now playing out in Richmond.

Tribune News Service

Gary LaPaille, former state senator, Democratic Party of Illinois chair, Madigan staffer, dies at 68

He was “a Democrat’s Democrat. ... His blood was blue,” said former Virginia Gov. and ex-Democratic National Committee chair Terry McAuliffe.

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Virginia's Youngkin hauls in cash, campaigns cross-country

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin continues to raise funds at a quick clip, outpacing his recent predecessors while also traveling the country supporting midterm candidates

Reason

How Removing Toni Morrison's Beloved From Curriculum Helped Glenn Youngkin Win in Virginia

Virginia lawmakers passed a bill allowing parents to opt out of certain lessons, which was vetoed by then-Gov. Terry McAuliffe.

The Guardian - US

Any Given Tuesday: Lis Smith on Cuomo, Spitzer and a political life

The Democratic operative delivers a memoir and coming-of-age tale that lands punches – and sometimes pulls them

Reason

School Choice Is a Smart Political Move

With educational freedom at stake, these midterm elections could defy the odds and be constructive.

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Biden's optimism collides with mounting political challenges

President Joe Biden’s top political advisers are bracing for big election losses in November

The Independent UK

Big campaign question for Democrats: Focus on Jan. 6 or not?

The public hearings of the House committee investigating the insurrection pose a challenge to Democrats seeking to maintain narrow control of Congress

Reason

This Is the School Choice Moment. Will the GOP Screw It Up?

Republicans are in danger of squandering a promising opportunity for education reform on culture war squabbles.

The Guardian - US

Abortion rights: how a governor’s veto can protect women’s freedoms

The likely end of Roe has raised the stakes in gubernatorial races with candidates stressing on the urgency of the moment

The Independent UK

Biden's election year challenge: Blame GOP for nation's woes

President Joe Biden has an election year message for frustrated voters: At least he’s trying

Reason

Want To Stop School Book Battles? Give Parents Real Choice in Education

State-level "gag orders" on teaching certain texts and ideas are terrible and utterly predictable in a one-size-fits-all K-12 educational system.

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