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Rep. Jared Moskowitz Emphasizes Electability in Florida's Redrawn 25th Congressional District

Rep. Jared Moskowitz Emphasizes Electability in Florida's Redrawn 25th Congressional District

Democratic U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz is facing a challenging re-election bid in Florida's newly redrawn 25th Congressional District. The district lines have shifted, making it a more competitive seat that President Trump won by 9 percentage points in 2024. Moskowitz, who currently represents Florida's 23rd Congressional District, is campaigning on his record of bipartisan work and his ability to secure results for South Florida. He highlights his experience as a Parkland City Commissioner, Florida State Representative, Florida's Director of Emergency Management, and Broward County Commissioner. Moskowitz is also facing a primary challenge from Democratic Socialist Oliver Larkin, whom he is favored to defeat, before potentially confronting several well-funded Republican candidates, with Scott Singer identified as the GOP front-runner. Moskowitz's priorities include lowering costs for families, protecting Social Security and Medicare, preventing gun violence, and defending reproductive freedom.
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Democratic US Representative Moskowitz fends off challenge in Florida from democratic socialist

Democratic US Representative Moskowitz fends off challenge in Florida from democratic socialist

By Richard Cowan Aug 18 (Reuters) - U.S.
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What democratic socialists are showing us about the midterms | Opinion

What democratic socialists are showing us about the midterms | Opinion

The big scary wave of socialism that President Trump wants you to fear is just a small group of politicians appealing to voters with mixed success.
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Speaker Mike Johnson Campaigns for Rep. Jen Kiggans in Competitive Virginia's 2nd Congressional District Race

Speaker Mike Johnson Campaigns for Rep. Jen Kiggans in Competitive Virginia's 2nd Congressional District Race

House Speaker Mike Johnson is scheduled to campaign for Representative Jen Kiggans in Virginia Beach, Virginia, as the race for Virginia's 2nd Congressional District garners national attention. This contest is a rematch of the 2022 election, where Republican Jen Kiggans defeated Democrat Elaine Luria. Political analysts, such as Dr. Bob Holsworth, view Johnson's visit as an indicator of the national Republican Party's commitment to retaining Kiggans's seat and maintaining their majority in the House. Holsworth suggests that Johnson's appearance is primarily aimed at mobilizing the Republican base and attracting fundraisers, rather than appealing to independent voters or disaffected Democrats. The district, which includes Virginia Beach, the Eastern Shore, Suffolk, Isle of Wight County, Franklin, and parts of Chesapeake and Southampton County, is generally considered to have a slight Republican advantage. However, the Democratic victory in the district for the Virginia governor's race last year indicates a ...
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Cook Political Report Shifts Ohio Congressional Races OH10 and OH15 Towards Democrats

Cook Political Report Shifts Ohio Congressional Races OH10 and OH15 Towards Democrats

The Cook Political Report has adjusted its ratings for Ohio's 10th and 15th congressional districts, moving them in favor of Democratic candidates. This shift is seen as an alarming development for Ohio Republicans, who are reportedly struggling across the ballot in the state. The analysis suggests that political issues, potentially stemming from President Trump's economic policies, are impacting Republican candidates in swing states and districts. In response, Republicans are planning to invest tens of millions of dollars in Ohio races that were previously considered safe for them. Ohio Democratic Party Communications Director Marisa Nahem stated that Ohioans are rejecting the Republican economic agenda and are supporting Democratic leaders like Kristina Knickerbocker, Don Leonard, and Brian Poindexter. The OH07 congressional race has also garnered national attention, with all three major nonpartisan race raters—Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, and Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball—shifting it to a 'Tos...
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Poll shows Brown ahead in Ohio Senate race; governor's race close

Poll shows Brown ahead in Ohio Senate race; governor's race close

Former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown leads Sen. Jon Husted in a Fox News poll of Ohio voters, while the governor race remains close.
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In upset, democratic socialist Nixon defeats Vindman in Florida Democratic Senate primary

In upset, democratic socialist Nixon defeats Vindman in Florida Democratic Senate primary

(Inserts dropped words in paragraph four) By Richard Cowan Aug 18 (Reuters) - Democratic socialist Angie Nixon scored an upset victory on Tuesday in Florida's Democratic primary race for the U.S. Senate, as media outlets projected she defeated former national security official Alex Vindman.
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The real “electability” question is about Donald Trump

The real “electability” question is about Donald Trump

Democratic infighting is distracting from the top story of the midterms.
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Rashida Tlaib's Re-election Contributes to Detroit's All-Democratic Socialist Congressional Representation

Rashida Tlaib's Re-election Contributes to Detroit's All-Democratic Socialist Congressional Representation

Following her re-election, incumbent Rashida Tlaib is part of a group of Democratic socialists who will exclusively represent Detroit in Congress. This development is highlighted as part of a broader trend in the Democratic primary season, where self-proclaimed or allied Democratic socialists have secured wins in urban districts. These victories, including Tlaib's, are characterized by their alignment with activist, uber-progressive politics. The article notes that similar shifts to the left have been observed in other urban centers, such as New York City and Philadelphia, where Democratic socialist candidates have defeated mainstream party opponents for congressional seats. This pattern suggests a growing influence of progressive ideologies within the Democratic Party, particularly in densely populated areas.
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President Trump and Senator Ossoff present contrasting visions for America ahead of midterm elections, highlighting economic challenges and politic...

President Trump and Senator Ossoff present contrasting visions for America ahead of midterm elections, highlighting economic challenges and politic...

As the midterm elections draw nearer, President Trump and Senator Jon Ossoff are presenting two starkly different visions for the future of America. Speaking in Atlanta, Senator Ossoff launched a strong critique of President Trump's economic policies, pointing to rising costs for essential goods like groceries, utilities, and school supplies, and attributing them to President Trump's leadership. He also criticized President Trump for starting and failing to resolve a war in Iran, framing the upcoming election as a referendum on corruption, economic hardship, and perceived global leadership failures. Conversely, at a rally in Long Island, President Trump asserted his presidency as a historic success and attacked Democrats, accusing them of aiming to transform America into a 'communist country' and of undermining law enforcement. President Trump also defended the ongoing war in Iran, suggesting that paying 'a tiny little bit more' for gasoline was a worthwhile trade-off to prevent Iran from developing nuclea...
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Congresswoman Kat Cammack to Face Seth Harp in Florida's 3rd Congressional District General Election

Congresswoman Kat Cammack to Face Seth Harp in Florida's 3rd Congressional District General Election

Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R) will compete against Democratic nominee Seth Harp in the November 2026 Florida general election for Florida's 3rd Congressional District. Cammack secured her position on the ballot by running uncontested in the Republican primary. During her tenure, she has focused on advocating for small business owners, veterans, and military families. She also chairs the Emerging Tech Task Force and serves on the House Agriculture and Energy & Commerce Committees. Her opponent, Seth Harp, a sixth-grade civics teacher, is campaigning on a platform emphasizing civic engagement, strengthening Social Security, ensuring affordable healthcare, and expanding affordable childcare through the proposed C.U.B.S. Act. The 3rd Congressional District encompasses several counties including Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Marion, Suwannee, and Union.
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Boston Globe Endorses Seth Moulton for Senate in Massachusetts Primary

Boston Globe Endorses Seth Moulton for Senate in Massachusetts Primary

The Boston Globe editorial board has endorsed Representative Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, citing his proven leadership skills and consistent positions on major issues such as healthcare, the cost of living, and foreign policy. The endorsement emphasizes Moulton's potential to bring new vision and vigor to the Democratic Party, which the Globe describes as aging, ailing, and deeply unpopular. Moulton, 47, is challenging incumbent Senator Ed Markey, 80, who has served nearly 50 years in Congress. The Globe's decision is framed as a call for change, highlighting Moulton's military service, including commanding infantry troops in Iraq and earning a Bronze Star, and his subsequent work on counterinsurgency strategy. The editorial also notes Moulton's independence of mind, evidenced by his previous challenge to an incumbent in 2014 and his efforts to oust House Speaker Nancy Pelosi in 2018, as well as his call for President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presiden...