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The Voting Rights Act turns 60 — but its promise is still under threat
As voting rights lose ground, The 19th spoke with four of the advocates working to preserve the path to the ballot for the most marginalized voters.
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Democratic women in the House are trying to grow their ranks to 100
Elect Democratic Women has quietly emerged as a force for recruiting, training and supporting the women candidates they believe can win back control of the lower chamber in 2026.
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The threat of political violence is keeping parents out of elected office
Persistent harassment and threats of violence may be impacting who decides to become an elected official or candidate — especially for parents of young children.
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More than a dozen states sue to protect gender-affirming care from federal investigations
A new lawsuit argues that the Trump administration is pursuing a backdoor strategy to restrict gender-affirming care nationally, while skirting state laws.
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In Maine, the next generation of Democrats emerges to succeed Gov. Janet Mills
2026 races to watch: Familiar political leaders and new faces are vying to replace term-limited Mills in the solidly Democratic state.
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Michigan governor’s race could break barriers — and party lines
2026 races to watch: The race to replace Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is crowded on both sides in the key swing state, where control of the office has switched between Democratic and Republican over the last 40 years.
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A competitive governor’s race takes shape in Georgia
2026 races to watch: Georgia, once a Republican stronghold, has emerged as a key battleground state in the Trump era.
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Kamala Harris chooses possibility over predictability
Analysis | After 20 years, Harris’ path forward begins with stepping back — a decision that could write a new playbook for a generation of Black women in politics.
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With Harris out, a crowded field of Democrats vies for governor of California
2026 races to watch: Former Vice President Kamala Harris’ decision not to run has cleared the field for the many prominent Democrats looking to succeed term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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Kamala Harris announces she will not run for California governor
The former vice president announced Wednesday she won’t be jumping into the crowded field of Democrats vying to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.