2018 election
6 Women Candidates Who Could Change the Face of Politics Tonight
In the political "Year of the Woman," more women are on the ballot in today's midterm elections than ever before in United States history. Keep an eye on these six candidates whose pivotal races will shape America's future.
Corruption Is Rampant and New Jersey Is Cool with It
A dirty Democrat who was prosecuted for flagrant favor-trading can thank Donald Trump for taking the heat off.
A Stacey Abrams Victory Would Show How Much Georgia Has Transformed
She could become the first black female governor in the state's history, and a symbol of a changing South.
Billionaires Are Raging and the Minimum Wage Is on the Ballot
The super rich just had their best year ever. There's also an election on Tuesday.
The Republican Path to Victory Is Restricting Your Right to Vote
A victory in Tuesday's midterms could give Democrats the chance to reverse Republican voter suppression and gerrymandering.
18 More Colorado Local Governments Voted For City-Run Internet
The Comcast-backed law was enacted in 2005, but allows for towns and counties to exempt their district through a local vote.
Why Trump’s Youngest Fans Still Follow Him
"There are some things where I can say, ‘Amen President Trump, I believe what you’re saying, but holy cow you just said that in a terrible way.’”
The Racist Trump Ad Is Based on a Lie, but That Doesn't Matter
Fact-checking the president's demagoguery won't be what defeats it.
Mental Health Providers Can’t Stop Mass Shootings
Most mentally ill people are not violent. In fact, they’re more likely to be victims than perpetrators.
This Map Shows You How Much Money Every Member of Congress Got from Big Telecom
Before you vote, take a look at this interactive map that lets you browse by house representatives or senators and find out all the details on your incumbents.
Trump May Finally Be Getting Too Racist for America
His naked appeals to white identity politics may appeal to some of his supporters—it's up to the rest of us to stand up against those appeals.