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The Dispatch→ Democrats Can’t Shake Chicago Blues
Mayor Lori Lightfoot (left) accompanied by Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson (center) and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker during an event to announce Chicago as the host city for the 2024 Democratic National Convention on April 12, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Ph
New York Times→ Fact-Checking Trump’s Speech After His Arraignment
Hours after pleading not guilty to 34 counts of filing false business records, former President Donald J. Trump maintained his innocence before a crowd of supporters in Florida. Here’s a fact-check.
The Dispatch→ Funny Thing About Louisville
People march for the third day since the release of the grand jury report on the death of Breonna Taylor on September 26, 2020 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)Why are Democrats so bad at running cities?Continue readi
The Dispatch→ The Democrats vs. New Hampshire
Joe Biden speaks during the 2019 New Hampshire Democratic Party State Convention in Manchester, New Hampshire. (Photo by Nic Antaya for The Boston Globe via Getty Images)Plus: The GOP-happy 2024 Senate map.The post The Democrats vs. New Hampshire appea
The Dispatch→ Democrats’ Empire State Split
New York’s progressives launch a salvo against centrists over the future of the state party.The post Democrats’ Empire State Split appeared first on The Dispatch.
The Dispatch→ Are Republicans Ready for Change Yet?
The party is badly out of step with the electorate.The post Are Republicans Ready for Change Yet? appeared first on The Dispatch.
New York Times→ Fact-Checking Trump’s 2024 Bid for Presidency Announcement
Donald Trump uttered the first inaccurate claim about two minutes in and a few minutes later, ticked off at least four hyperbolic claims about his own accomplishments.
The Dispatch→ When Notoriety Won’t Win Elections
Democratic candidates such as Beto O’Rourke and Stacey Abrams get lots of attention and millions in donations but keep coming up short.The post When Notoriety Won’t Win Elections appeared first on The Dispatch.
The Dispatch→ Primary Meddling Pays Off for Democrats
Boosting Trump-aligned candidates ended up working to Democrats’ advantage.The post Primary Meddling Pays Off for Democrats appeared first on The Dispatch.
Truth or Fiction?→ Citing Conspiracy Theories, Pennsylvania Republicans Refuse to Seat Democratic Party Senator
As Pennsylvania’s legislature convened on January 5 2021 to commence its new two-year session, its Republican majority is blocking Sen. Jim Brewster (a Democrat) of Allegheny County from taking the oath of office: At the heart of the dispute is
New York Times→ Fact-Checking the Democratic National Convention
The four-day virtual event focused on character rather than policy. Still, Democrats exaggerated about Social Security, jobs and the coronavirus pandemic.
Snopes→ Official: Democratic Political Donor Faces US Charge in Overdose Death
Democratic political activist Ed Buck will face a federal charge connected to an overdose death at his Los Angeles-area home, a law enforcement official said.
Snopes→ House Set to Block Maverick Dem’s Trump Impeachment Effort
Liberal Democrats itching to oust President Trump have been pitted against Speaker Nancy Pelosi, other leaders and party moderates, who prefer waiting to see if a stronger case for removal can be developed.
Snopes→ Amy McGrath Announces Bid for Mitch McConnell’s Senate Seat
She is a decided underdog in a state that has not elected a Democrat to the Senate since 1992.
Snopes→ Biden Defends Past Work on Civil Rights After Harris Attack
"I heard, and I listened to, and I respect Sen. Harris," Joe Biden said in an address to the Rev. Jesse Jackson's Rainbow PUSH Coalition.
Snopes→ Harris Gets Personal, Delivers Civil Rights Blow to Biden
Harris hammered Biden for policy choices that she suggested betrayed the spirit of the civil rights movement, if not directly opposing all it stood for.
Snopes→ Rep. Omar Filed Joint Tax Returns Before She Married Husband
While some states allow for joint filing for “common law” marriages, Minnesota does not, and filing joint tax returns with someone who is not your legal spouse is against both federal and state law.
Snopes→ Political Clock Is Ticking as Democrats Weigh Impeachment
There's a widespread feeling that the House would have to launch any impeachment proceedings this summer or fall, or it will be too late.
Snopes→ Impeach Trump? Most 2020 Democrats Tiptoe Past the Question
Impeachment matters deeply to the Democratic party's base but remains unpopular with most Americans.
Snopes→ Mystery of Racist Photo in Governor’s Yearbook Left Unsolved
A months-long investigation failed to determine whether Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam is in the racist yearbook picture that nearly destroyed his career.
Snopes→ 3 Minutes: Trump Meeting with Dems Goes Bust in a Flash
President Trump announced that he won't work with Democratic lawmakers on policy while they continue to investigate him.
Snopes→ Gillibrand: As President, I’d Seek to Codify Abortion Rights
Her comments came one day after Republican Gov. Kay Ivey of Alabama signed into law the nation's strictest abortion ban.
Snopes→ O’Rourke Faces Emotional School Shooting Question in Iowa
"Thank you so much for your question and the way that you asked it."
Snopes→ Cory Booker Proposes National License for All Gun Owners
No such national gun license program currently exists.
Snopes→ Who’s Running for President? Meet the Democratic Candidates
The list includes an unprecedented number of women and minorities.
Snopes→ Empty Chair and a Prop Chicken: Barr Skips Mueller Hearing
Republicans were not amused by the antics or Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler's tough talk.
Snopes→ Dems Vow to Enforce Subpoenas as Trump Resistance Grows
Eric Trump called Democrats "deranged" and the subpoenas a form of "presidential harassment."
Snopes→ Stacey Abrams Won’t Run for Senate in 2020
But she told The Associated Press she hasn't ruled out a presidential bid.
Snopes→ Trump Sues Banks to Try to Block House Subpoenas for Records
Two House committees subpoenaed several financial institutions as part of investigations into the president's finances.
Snopes→ Poll: Democrats Have Health Care Edge Ahead of 2020
Among all Americans, 42% support a single-payer plan like the one espoused by Sanders, while 31% express opposition. Another quarter say they are neither in favor nor opposed.
Snopes→ Biden Launches 2020 Bid Warning ‘Soul’ of America at Stake
Joe Biden is paying special attention to his native Pennsylvania, a state that swung to Trump in 2016 after voting for Democratic presidential candidates for decades.
Snopes→ Impeachment, Felons Voting Divides Democrats at CNN Forums
A central question faced candidates throughout the night: Who is best positioned to deny Trump a second term?
Snopes→ Democrats Prepare Border Bills, Say Trump Enflamed Problem
One bill is expected to increase federal resources at border entry points for processing refugees, counseling children and treating people needing medical care.
Snopes→ Dem Activists Eye a 2020 Focus Beyond ‘Getting Rid of Trump’
The creators of Indivisible hope to shape the next incarnation of the "Resistance."
Snopes→ Stacey Abrams Weighs Presidential Decision, Defends Biden
She is also considering whether to run for the Senate.
Snopes→ Sanders Rakes in $18M to Take Early Lead in 2020 Fundraising
Bernie Sanders joins former Vice President Joe Biden atop many polls of prospective Democratic primary voters.
Snopes→ Pelosi Says Biden Should Stop Being Touchy-Feely with Women
Allegations could leave 76-year-old Joe Biden, long known for his affectionate mannerisms, appearing out of touch with the party.
Snopes→ Biden Team Blasts ‘Trolls’ Amid Scrutiny Over Behavior
The move came on a day in which a second woman said Joe Biden had acted inappropriately, touching her face with both hands and rubbing noses with her in 2009.
Snopes→ Dems Mock ‘Scaredy-Cat’ GOP, Demand Mueller’s Full 300 pages
Democrats say they may subpoena the report if it's not forthcoming by a Tuesday deadline they have set.