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US progressives urge Democrats to back populist policies as party reels from loss
Pramila Jayapal says party has to ‘pick some big fights’ and blames leaders for falling ‘hostage to big-money interests’. As shell-shocked Democrats try to understand why working-class Americans – ...World - The Guardian - November 12 -
Democratic populists are key to congressional control and their party's future
Democrats have struggled with working-class, populist voters, but this year, a slate of congressional races could help reverse the tide -- or intensify it.Top stories - ABC News - October 23 -
Can Democrats Win Back Voters From Trump on Trade Policy?
The Biden administration has pursued a big shift in trade policy, but it’s not clear whether that will be enough to win votes.Business - The New York Times - October 30 -
In the wake of Democrats’ gut-wrenching losses, progressive activists ask, ‘What now?’
I was never fighting for what America is — I was fighting for what America can be. And I will never stop that fight.Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Lessons from Florida for the Democratic Party
Despite the left’s constant protestations that, as states and nations become more diverse, they inevitably become more blue, Florida is doing just the opposite.Politics - The Hill - November 9 -
Democratic strategist Joel Payne on the next steps for the Democratic Party after their loss
Following setbacks in the White House and Senate, Democrats are looking to assess what went wrong in the election. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about ...Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
Abuse survivors urge the Vatican to globalize the zero-tolerance policy it approved in the US
Survivors of clergy sexual abuse are urging the Vatican to adopt the same zero-tolerance policy that it approved for the U.S. Catholic Church in 2002World - ABC News - 2 days ago -
Bernie Sanders blasts Democratic Party following Kamala Harris loss
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders issued a scathing statement on what he called the Democratic Party's "disastrous" campaign following Kamala Harris' loss.Top stories - ABC News - November 6 -
Some Democrats blame party's position on transgender rights in part for Harris' loss
Desperate for answers on what went wrong on Election Day, finger-pointing among Democrats and media pundits has been swift.Politics - NBC News - November 8 -
Hakeem Jeffries wins reelection as House Democratic leader despite party's losses
House Leader Hakeem Jeffries won reelection Tuesday as the Democratic leaderTop stories - ABC News - 2 days ago -
Rubio and Waltz picks put China back at the center of US foreign policy
Trump’s expected choice of Sen. Marco Rubio and Rep. Mike Waltz indicates China is going to be at the center of U.S. foreign policy, deepening U.S.-China tensions.Top stories - ABC News - November 12 -
Democratic governors vow to protect their states from Trump and his policies
Blue-state governors are preparing political and legal moves to shield their states’ policies and residents from Donald Trump's new administration.Politics - NBC News - November 8 -
Tens of thousands rally in Georgia to denounce the parliamentary election they say was rigged
Tens of thousands of Georgians massed outside parliament, demanding the annulment of the weekend parliamentary election that the president has alleged was rigged with the help of RussiaWorld - ABC News - October 29 -
49ers reel after another 'infuriating' late loss
The 49ers called their latest loss after a blown lead late "infuriating," as they are left searching for answers with a 5-5 record.Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago -
The Republican and Democratic parties are killing electoral reform across the US | David Daley
There are elements on both right and left who prefer to govern without majorities and view competitive elections as a threat. Ohio’s extreme gerrymanders have enabled more than a decade of ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
‘They say Democrats look down on me’: Trump win spurred by populist backlash
The president-elect tapped into a fierce anti-establishment sentiment – and the Democrats didn’t have enough to say. The party was buzzing, the confidence was surging and Kenneth Stewart was riding ...World - The Guardian - November 9 -
Don’t fall into ‘populist trap’ of backing Trump, Badenoch warned
Tory leader advised by senior members not to align herself closely to the president-elect’s success. Kemi Badenoch is being urged not to “fall into a populist trap” by pulling the Conservative ...World - The Guardian - November 9 -
How the Harris-Trump showdown looks from abroad
The showdown between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will in many ways be a choice between foreign policy continuity and change.Top stories - ABC News - November 4 -
From the Amazon rainforest, Biden declares nobody can reverse US progress on clean energy
Joe Biden witnessed the devastation of drought up close as the first sitting American president to set foot the Amazon rainforestWorld - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Washington Post reels from Bezos decision to not endorse
The Washington Post is reeling from a decision to abstain from endorsing a presidential candidate in the 2024 election, a move that was reportedly made by billionaire owner Jeff Bezos after its ...Politics - The Hill - October 25 -
California family reels from destructive Mountain Fire
Calmer winds are helping crews battle the Mountain Fire in Southern California, which has destroyed dozens of homes. Local homeowners are left searching through rubble for signs of hope. Elise ...Top stories - CBS News - November 9 -
Progressive fault lines emerge after Harris's loss
Progressives are at odds with one another over how to hone their message to voters after losing the White House again to President-elect Trump. There’s little disagreement that things need to ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
How Trump broke both parties — and where Democrats go from here: From the Politics Desk
Over the course of the last decade, President-elect Donald Trump broke both national political parties. Now Democrats must figure out their economic message.Politics - NBC News - November 7 -
Why Democrats must seriously reconsider the progressive strategy
This is about the deep, systemic failure of the Democratic Party to meet the moment.Politics - The Hill - November 8 -
Trudeau Urged by Fellow Party Members to Step Down
Liberal Party members fear Justin Trudeau has become so unpopular that it could lead to the party’s defeat in the next election. Mr. Trudeau has said he has no plans to leave.World - The New York Times - October 23 -
Biden urges reconciliation as Democrats begin blame game
US president seeks to ‘bring down the temperature’ as fury builds in party over loss to TrumpWorld - Financial Times - November 7 -
Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party Is Faltering
The Liberal Democrats, long the guiding force for Japan, are in disarray just when their country needs them the most.Top stories - The New York Times - October 29 -
Democratic strategist on the party's economic message
A CBS News exit poll found that 45% of voters felt that their financial situation was worse than it was four years ago. Hyma Moore, the former director for the office of Democratic National ...Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Who Are the Next Leaders of the Democratic Party?
Democrats will soon have a leadership vacuum, and there will be no shortage of highly ambitious governors, senators and transportation secretaries looking to fill it.Top stories - The New York Times - November 12 -
Democratic Congressman on the party's messaging, focus
Democratic leaders are divided over what to blame for their 2024 election losses. Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the party's messaging and focus.Top stories - CBS News - November 13 -
Heavy Rains Hit Spain, Still Reeling From Deadly Flooding
Emergency workers continued the search for victims of last week’s flash floods, while a national debate raged over who was to blame for the catastrophe.Top stories - The New York Times - November 4 -
Washington state reels from bomb cyclone as atmospheric river drenches California
Washington state is reeling following a powerful “bomb cyclone” that left two dead, knocked out power to half a million at its peak and downed trees and power lines.Top stories - NBC News - 6 hours ago -
My Hypothesis Is: Use This Phrase to Spark Progress
This communication technique can transform communications and culture in your organization.Business - Inc. - October 31 -
How the Democrats’ worker-centred trade policy failed
Taking dictation from the labour unions brought economic damage for little political gainWorld - Financial Times - November 11 -
Rivian’s losses widen, but investors like hearing of ‘progress’ in next-gen EV
Rivian posted a wider loss and lower sales than Wall Street expected, but says it is making progress with its next-generation EV platform.Business - MarketWatch - November 8 -
"Progress 2028" may look like Democrats' "Project 2025," but it's not
A conservative nonprofit has launched a campaign to attribute policies to Vice President Kamala Harris through a deceptive website and platform called "Progress 2028."Top stories - CBS News - October 28