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Primary Elections Highlight Democratic System Flaws
2026 primaries reveal low turnout and unrepresentative voters undermining US democracy.
The Conversation · 1m
Pennsylvania Bill Passes House for Open Primaries
Pennsylvania's closed primary bill passes state House, allowing independents and third-party voters to participate in primaries.
PhillyVoice · 2m
US Midterms 2026: 10 Changes Since 2024
Trump returns as president; economic concerns dominate 2026 midterms.
Financialexpress · 2m
Socialism surges in US popularity polls
Forty-three percent of Americans now view socialism positively, the highest share since Gallup began tracking in 2010, driven by growing support among Democrats and young people.
TIME · 2m
Congress faces historic turnover heading into 2026
Nearly one in five lawmakers are leaving Congress, driven by retirements, defeats, and a push for generational change.
NPR · 1m
Judge pauses Texas GOP's closed primary push
A federal judge temporarily blocked Republicans' effort to restrict primary voting to registered party members, but expects them to succeed through the legislature.
The Texas Tribune · 1m