Representative Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), a prominent progressive known for his role in former President Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial, announced on Friday that he will not be running for Maryland’s open Senate seat. Raskin believes his position in the House is too important to relinquish. If he had chosen to run, Raskin would have been …
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is known for his misguided ideas, claiming that vaccinations, Wi-Fi radiation, and chemicals in the water supply are harmful. While many political commentators disagree with him, they mistakenly believe that his popularity stems from his controversial beliefs. In reality, Kennedy’s appeal lies in his anti-establishment image, rather than his specific ideas. …
In the world of Senate Democrats, 2024 has always been seen as a critical year. It’s the year when the party will have to defend seats in a wide range of states, including those that are typically Republican strongholds, states with moderate Democratic support, and states with unexpectedly open races. Meanwhile, Republicans see this as …
In just 24 hours, the Supreme Court made several decisions that set back civil rights progress. They ended affirmative action, declared anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination constitutional, and denied student loan forgiveness to millions of Americans in need. It’s a distressing moment for those who advocate for federal protections against discrimination and economic disadvantages. However, there is a …
One of the noteworthy governing concepts that emerged from the Trump White House was the realization that rules are often treated as mere suggestions. Violating them may result in some disapproval or court intervention, but in many cases, individuals can get away with it. Unfortunately, the Biden administration has not entirely distanced itself from this …
President Joe Biden’s chances of reelection are being called into question as polls show that even a majority of Democratic primary voters do not want him to run again. Concerns about his age, acuity, and underwater approval ratings have raised doubts about his electability. Despite these concerns, no contender within the Democratic mainstream has emerged …
President Joe Biden finds himself in a vulnerable position as he begins his reelection campaign. Despite consistently low job-approval ratings, with some polls even showing ratings as low as 40 percent, and widespread dissatisfaction with the economy, there is no panic within the Democratic Party regarding Biden’s prospects for 2024. No serious challengers have emerged …
Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s attempts to satisfy the demands of Republican hard-liners and get the House back on track has raised concerns among Democrats. They worry that passing legislation to keep the government running will become more difficult. The Republicans recently held votes on issues such as gun control and censuring Rep. Adam Schiff, a prominent …
Kyrsten Sinema is well aware of the things people say about her, despite her claim that she doesn’t care. She knows the nicknames her colleagues use to describe her behind closed doors and the number of articles The New York Times has published about her fashion choices. Sinema feels misunderstood and wants to set the …
Vivek Ramaswamy, a tall and charismatic figure, recently delivered a TED Talk-like speech before a crowd of Iowa voters. Dressed in a black T-shirt and blazer, he resembled Johnny Bravo, capturing the attention of the audience. Despite the divisive nature of American politics, Ramaswamy offered a unique perspective on the country’s national identity crisis. He …