What will Laphonza Butler do with her power?
California’s newest senator — the only Black woman in the chamber — has so far stayed out of the race to replace her. This column first appeared in The Amendment, a new biweekly newsletter by Errin Haines, The 19th’s editor-at-large. Subscribe today to get early access to future analysis. Less than… Read More
Political Violence Threatens Our Democracy. How Do We Keep Candidates Safe?
A climate of fear and intimidation continues to impact 2023 and 2024 campaign plans. U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.)—pictured here with Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) as they launch the American Climate Corps on Sept. 20, 2023—has faced numerous death threats while in office and on the campaign trail. For… Read More
Opinion: ‘The Dobbs effect’ isn’t just galvanizing voters, it’s creating candidates
Allie Phillips is running for the Tennessee House of Representatives. From Allie Phillips for HD75/Facebook Editor’s Note: Danielle Campoamor is freelance writer and reporter, formerly of TODAY and NBC. The views expressed here are her own. Read more opinion on CNN. Tennessee mom Allie Phillips isn’t supposed to be running… Read More
2 running for county commissioner post
Sussex County – Incumbent Herbert Yardley was defeated in the Republican primary in June. Two candidates are running for an open seat on the Sussex County Board of County Commissioners in the Nov. 7 election. Jack DeGroot, a Republican, defeated incumbent Herbert Yardley in the June primary. He… Read More
Why Sen. Laphonza Butler did something shocking for D.C.: Give up power
Why Sen. Laphonza Butler did something shocking for D.C.: Give up power Sen. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., says she has spent her short time in oce pursuing “what kind of life I want to have, what kind of service I want to offer and what kind of voice I… Read More
Virginia sees more women candidates of color for legislature
LaShawn McCoy would like to see more assistance for the homeless people she encounters working at VCU Health. Glenn Coleman said he hopes the state legislature can do its part to help lower the cost of living amid rising inflation. Chisa Tatum supports affordable health care and ease of access… Read More
Obituary: Claire E. Cummings
Claire E. Cummings HEBRON – Beloved daughter, sister, and friend, Claire Elizabeth Cummings passed away peacefully in her sleep with her faithful pup, Ellie, at her side. She lived life to its fullest, brightening our world with her effervescent smile, her wry sense of humor, and the abundant creativity… Read More
Meet The Latina Political Leaders Advocating For Representation
“Latinas need to feel empowered by seeing people in power who look like them, who will fight alongside them, and who can serve as role models.” Damaris Lira was inspired to go into politics because her middle school teacher, Dr. Joanne Harris Lucas, noticed she was a natural leader. As… Read More
Malden Candidate Profile: Amanda Linehan For City Council
Linehan is an incumbent who is running unopposed to represent Ward 3. She was first elected to the City Council in 2019. Amanda Linehan (Courtesy of Amanda Linehan) MALDEN, MA — With the Malden Municipal Election scheduled for Nov. 7, Patch is profiling the candidates. Here, we learn more… Read More
South Carolina Ports Welcomes its Largest Class of Port Ambassadors for 2023-2024
South Carolina Ports Initiates the 2023-2024 Port Ambassadors Program with Record Participation. In a significant milestone for South Carolina Ports, the organization has inaugurated its 2023-2024 Port Ambassadors program with the largest class in its six-year history. With a total of 31 professionals hailing from various corners of the… Read More