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Republicans finally got what they wanted — and killed Big Bird for those who can’t afford cable. Maybe if they had watched more Mr. Rogers growing up, they wouldn’t be so craven. www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
Corporation for Public Broadcasting is officially shutting down months after GOP funding cuts
The CPB's board of directors voted to dissolve the private, nonprofit corporation after 58 years of service.
www.nbcnews.com
January 8, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Not content with attacking our right to be heard through free and fair elections, MAGA is now working to curtail further our Constitutional right to protest. www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/...
How new protest laws are impacting political demonstrations
More than a dozen states have passed laws regulating protests in recent years, raising concerns among free-speech advocates.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 8, 2026 at 4:57 PM
The U.S. Postal Service is no longer guaranteeing when it will postmark mail. This carries BIG implications for early voting and access to the ballot for millions who can’t take Election Day off or cast an in-person ballot. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Thousands of mail-in ballots could be discounted under new post office policy
The Postal Service is no longer guaranteeing when it will postmark mail, which could jeopardize some ballots that arrive after Election Day.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 8, 2026 at 4:57 PM
In a shocking twist, 4 (vulnerable, centrist) Republicans (in swing districts) suddenly decided they care about people’s healthcare! Teaming up with Democrats, they’ll force a House vote on extending ACA subsidies before everyone’s wallets go on strike.

www.newsweek.com/list-republi...
www.newsweek.com
December 18, 2025 at 4:59 PM
California Democrats drew up a map that counters the GOP’s nationwide gerrymandering, and now Republicans are whining at the courts.

www.pbs.org/newshour/pol...
DOJ and California go to court over new congressional map designed to favor Democrats
California voters decisively approved the map last month. The Justice Department has accused California of racial gerrymandering by favoring Hispanic voters.
www.pbs.org
December 18, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Here's a helpful resource to manage a campaign crisis:
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Managing a Campaign Crisis
For a campaign to create and release a successful crisis response, there must be a plan to handle breaking news, tackle attacks on the candidate, and seize unfo...
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December 17, 2025 at 4:53 PM
This is why we are fighting to win elections — to defeat a GOP mindset and healthcare agenda that boils down to “die sooner.”
www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
More people are using GoFundMe for help with basic necessities, annual report finds
The fundraising site’s “Year in Help” report found that campaigns launched to help people with rent, utilities and groceries climbed 20% this year.
www.nbcnews.com
December 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Trump’s redistricting plans have been so blatantly anti-democratic that even Republican votes in a red state like Indiana – set to vote today – aren’t a done deal.
www.axios.com/local/indian...
Indiana Senate set to vote on congressional redistricting
It's unclear how the vote will go.
www.axios.com
December 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Democrats continue to add to our column of historic wins, signalling strong momentum for 2026. Anything to stop Trump’s garish redecorating plans.
www.npr.org/2025/12/10/g...
Democrat wins Miami mayor's race for the first time in nearly 30 years
Democrat Eileen Higgins won the Miami mayor's race on Tuesday, defeating a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump to end her party's nearly three-decade losing streak.
www.npr.org
December 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM