Governor Andrew Cuomo promised New York State transparency but series of actions call this into doubt
Democrats articles on Democracy Chronicles
Basically the Democrats are the leftist and centrist party. Notably, the Democrats are the oldest political party still in existence in the United States and probably the oldest political party in the world. Also see our articles on Republicans, Independent Politicians and our Third Party Central section.
Bourbon Diplomacy for Democrats and Republicans
In spirit of Congress’ legendary Great Compromiser Henry Clay, lawmakers meet at Bourbon Barrel of Compromise for a 21st century taste of bourbon diplomacy
Billionaire Democrat is Biggest SuperPAC Donor in History
Edging out Republican rival Adelson, Tom Steyer is the biggest SuperPAC donor in history for individuals and he is a Democrat
Even Under Obama, Whites Get Most Presidential Pardons
In demonstration of entrenchment of discrimination, whites get most Presidential pardons under Obama’s watch too
Republicans Donate More to Charity Than Democrats
Study by the Chronicle of Philanthropy uses U.S. Census data to analyze how Democrats and Republicans donate to charity finds that Republican religious donations ensure they lead their rival party
Ken Burns Documentary Reveals Roosevelt Personal Story
PBS documentary series to feature the overlooked Teddy Roosevelt personal story and that of his fifth cousin Franklin Delano Roosevelt who together had a permanent impact on America and the broader world
Senate Democratic Super PAC is Biggest National Donor
Spending leader of all other 2014 political action committees is the Senate Democratic Super PAC
Jeff Bridges Child Hunger Fight Seeks Clinton Support
Along with growing inequality, US is seeing poverty rates soar. Hollywood celebrity Jeff Bridges child hunger charity is taking private action to deal with national tragic homeless youth epidemic
Jon Stewart Announces Presidential Run for Hillary Clinton
Comedy Central political funny man Jon Stewart announces presidential run on behalf of guest Hillary Clinton, even if she doesn’t yet publicly agree to it
Progressivism Reborn in Elizabeth Warren Candidacy?
Populism feeds backlash against establishment that can potentially boost an Elizabeth Warren candidacy as a Democrat for President against Clinton surge