A generational and structural shift is decoupling Black identity from Democratic Party loyalty, transforming a once-reliable voting bloc into a cohort of "political free agents" that the GOP is uniquely positioned to exploit. Why it matters: Even modest GOP gains — combined with weakening party loyalty — could make a big difference in close elections in a post-Voting Rights Act world. - President Trump is making gains with Black voters despite posting racist videos , using racist rhetoric and advancing policies critics say erase slavery history and weaken voting rights. - An Axios review of recent data shows breaks in the strong Black support for Democrats going back to John F. Kennedy's 1960 presidential run and Barack…
A generational and structural shift is decoupling Black identity from Democratic Party loyalty, transforming a once-reliable voting bloc into a cohort of "political free agents" that the GOP is uniquely positioned to exploit. Why it matters: Even modest GOP gains — combined with weakening party loyalty — could make a big difference in close elections in a post-Voting Rights Act world. - President Trump is making gains with Black voters despite posting racist videos , using racist rhetoric and advancing policies critics say erase slavery history and weaken voting rights. - An Axios review of recent data shows breaks in the strong Black support for Democrats going back to John F. Kennedy's 1960 presidential run and Barack…Open
The impact of Operation Metro Surge in the Twin Cities can still be felt, even three months after it ended. For immigrants, the impact has been devastating — many are at risk of losing their homes and business, and some are dealing with mental health challenges.
The impact of Operation Metro Surge in the Twin Cities can still be felt, even three months after it ended. For immigrants, the impact has been devastating — many are at risk of losing their homes and business, and some are dealing with mental health challenges.Open
The relatives of some migrants in ICE detention are being scammed into paying for fake legal services that purport to help free them, law enforcement officials say.
The gasoline price surge is reigniting political chatter about suspending the federal tax on the fuel to help consumers, thanks to a recent round of populist proposals from high-profile Democrats. Why it matters: It's one of those go-to ideas that never actually happens, but often surfaces when prices climb. - Congress would have to approve a suspension of the gas tax, and so far, it never has. - But political winds could shift in these not-normal times, with no end in sight to the throttling of global oil shipments. The big picture: Pump costs are spiking anew this week, with the U.S. average now $4.46 per gallon on Monday, per AAA, and more increases looming. Between the lines: Suspending the 18.3 cent-per-gallon gas tax and 24.3 cent…
The gasoline price surge is reigniting political chatter about suspending the federal tax on the fuel to help consumers, thanks to a recent round of populist proposals from high-profile Democrats. Why it matters: It's one of those go-to ideas that never actually happens, but often surfaces when prices climb. - Congress would have to approve a suspension of the gas tax, and so far, it never has. - But political winds could shift in these not-normal times, with no end in sight to the throttling of global oil shipments. The big picture: Pump costs are spiking anew this week, with the U.S. average now $4.46 per gallon on Monday, per AAA, and more increases looming. Between the lines: Suspending the 18.3 cent-per-gallon gas tax and 24.3 cent…Open
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a new set of congressional district maps into law, finalizing a redistricting effort that is expected to reshape […] Source
Photo Credit:Free image, Pixabay license. Pixabay It needs to be recognized that wannabe assassins are either on the edge of mental illness or already there, fantasizing about performing acts of violence; all that they need is a greenlight of encouragement to act upon their fantasy.