At least 95 women won seats in U.S. House of Representatives during Tuesday’s midterm elections, eclipsing previous record of 84 women in the lower chamber.
Democrats articles on Democracy Chronicles
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Muslim American Women Make History In Midterms
Casting a vote for former state lawmaker and Congressional candidate Rashida Tlaib was about making a difference and those that undermine stereotypes.
The Midterms Were a Very Real Victory for American Democracy
It has been a daunting task from the very start. Don’t let the expectations of a greater wave and a larger breach in the wall diminish the very real victory achieved on Election Day 2018.
Oprah Backs Stacey Abrams In Historic Georgia Governor’s Race
Oprah lent her star power on Thursday to Georgia Democrat Stacey Abrams, first US colored female governor to be while denying any political aspirations.
Oprah Jumps Into Contentious Georgia Race, Endorses Democrat
Oprah Winfrey endorses Georgia Democrat Stacey Abrams’ quest to become the US first black woman governor at a couple of appearances in state on Thursday.
Texas Democrats Accused In Mail Voter Registration Controversy
Texas secretary of state’s office has asked state’s attorney general to investigate mail voter registration controversy sent by state’s Democratic Party.
VIDEO: Why Democrats Care So Much About Early Voting
Vice News published an video and article on why we have historically seen Democratic Party support for early voting but not the Republicans.
How the Midterms Could Impact American Foreign Policy
From trade to refugee quotas to regional concerns, a newly empowered Democratic majority would work energetically to hold the administration to account.
VIDEO: What Is The Value Of Political Parties At The Local Level?
Given our candidate-centric culture, how do parties continue to provide value to their candidates? What will their role be in the future of politics?
US Congressional Races Break Election Fundraising Records
US congressional races break fundraising records this campaign season, driven in part by striking hauls by at least five candidates from both major parties.