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El-Sayed Dares GOP Rival to No-Pads Football Showdown as Senate Feud Turns Personal

The Michigan Democratic Senate candidate challenged Republican nominee Mike Rogers, 22 years his senior, to a tackle football game after accusing him of avoiding debates.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Forget Left Vs. Center: Democratic Voters Signal They Prioritize Change Over Ideological Purity

Analysis of voter sentiment suggests many Democrats are evaluating candidates based on perceived effectiveness rather than strict ideological alignment.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Democrat Christina Bohannan Missed 45% of Iowa House Floor Votes During 2022 Campaign Season

The missed votes included legislation on sexual abuse victim protections, volunteer firefighter support, and agricultural programs while she served one term in the state legislature.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Ilhan Omar Wins Minnesota Primary, on Track for Fifth Term in Congress

The Democratic incumbent fended off four challengers in one of Minnesota's most reliably blue districts where she first made history as one of the first Muslim women elected to the House.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth Defeats MyPillow CEO, Wins GOP Governor Nomination

Demuth overcomes party-endorsed rival Kendall Qualls and Trump-backed Mike Lindell in Republican primary to face likely Democratic nominee Amy Klobuchar.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Schumer Deals Another Blow as Progressive Insurgency Scores Win in Key Senate Battle

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan defeated Rep. Angie Craig in Minnesota's Democratic Senate primary, the second high-profile loss for Schumer-backed candidates this cycle.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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What El-Sayed's Michigan Bid Means For Muslim Voters

The Palestinian-American physician drew significant support from Arab and Muslim communities in his gubernatorial run, raising questions about their political influence.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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November Matchup Set as Republicans Redraw Alabama US House District to Keep Majority

The redrawn district could determine control of a competitive seat as both parties vie for the majority in November.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Jerry Carl on Track to Return to Congress After Alabama House Primary Win for Moore Seat

The former Republican congressman defeated three primary opponents to secure the GOP nomination for Alabama's 1st Congressional District, which Barry Moore is leaving after two terms.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 3 min read
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Rhett Marques Wins GOP Nomination to Face Rep. Shomari Figures in Alabama's Redrawn 2nd District

The matchup comes after the Supreme Court allowed Alabama Republicans to reinstate a redistricting map that eliminates the majority-black district previously represented by Figures.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 3 min read