- DemocracyThe Great American State Fair opened in Washington, featuring attractions from all 50 states in a 16-day, inclusive celebration that boosts community pride and commemorates the nation's 250th anniversary.
- Economic JusticeLaborDemocracyMassachusettsSen. Elizabeth Warren publicly exposed and rebuked Trump's CEA nominee for refusing to acknowledge that inflation currently outpaces wage growth, marking a win for accountability and economic justice.
- DemocracyNew YorkProgressive candidates won a trio of New York primaries, prompting House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to push back against calls to reject the progressive wing.
- Racial JusticeVoting RightsDemocracyAn NBC News poll found Americans most often cite the abolition of slavery and the expansion of civil and voting rights as the country's greatest achievements, highlighting progressive gains in equality and enfranchisement.
- DemocracyRacial JusticeDemocratic Socialists of America are increasingly winning support and electoral victories among Black voters, broadening their base beyond a predominantly white membership.
- Voting RightsDemocracyA federal judge permanently blocked most of the Trump administration’s executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration, protecting voter access and upholding voting rights. [2] [3] [4]
- New YorkDemocracyIn New York’s June 2026 Democratic primaries, Governor Kathy Hochul emerged as the unexpected winner, defying forecasts and providing a resilient, stabilizing victory for Democrats after a night of insurgent upsets.
- DemocracyVoting RightsNew YorkDemocratic socialists scored multiple primary victories in New York congressional races, marking a significant progressive win. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17]
- DemocracyProgressive candidates scored notable wins in recent primary elections, capturing key races and signaling growing influence within the Democratic Party.
- ImmigrationRacial JusticeDemocracyNew YorkPalestinian-American activist Aber Kawas won the Democratic primary for the New York State Senate in Queens, scoring a progressive victory backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani and promising to advance social justice and immigration reforms. [2]
- New YorkDemocracyLaborDSA-backed Onondaga County Legislator Mo Brown appears to have scored a progressive upset by defeating longtime, DoorDash‑backed Assembly Transportation Chair Bill Magnarelli in the Democratic primary for an upstate New York Assembly seat.
- DemocracyNew polls show Democratic candidate Roy Cooper leading Republican Michael Whatley by 14 points in North Carolina’s U.S. Senate race, marking a significant progressive advantage and worsening prospects for the GOP.
- Voting RightsDemocracyA federal judge struck key parts of President Trump’s order restricting mail voting, preserving access to mail ballots and protecting voting rights and democratic procedures. [2]
- MassachusettsDemocracyAfter a tense, dramatic budget season that included a deadlocked rejection vote and arrests, the City Council ultimately approved Mayor Wu’s amended budget, bringing the contentious process to a close.
- Voting RightsDemocracyMassachusettsA federal judge in Boston blocked parts of President Trump's executive order limiting voting by mail, preserving access to mail-in ballots in a win for voting rights and democracy.
- DemocracyThe progressive wing of the Democratic Party is gaining momentum and scoring wins over centrists and the establishment, signaling a growing leftward shift within the party. [2]
- DemocracyNancy Lacore, a three-star admiral who was fired last year, won the Democratic primary in South Carolina after criticizing the Trump administration, marking a progressive victory that reflects voter frustration.
- Voting RightsDemocracySenate Democrats launched a program to train staff as election observers to safeguard electoral integrity and counter potential manipulation by the Trump administration, strengthening voting rights and democracy.
- DemocracyNew YorkAfter capturing two House primaries and multiple New York state legislative races, the Democratic Socialists of America is sharpening its policy agenda and political ambitions to leverage its growing influence.
- DemocracyMaryland Gov. Wes Moore easily won renomination for a second term, solidifying a progressive victory that strengthens his political standing and positions him for a potential 2028 presidential run.
- DemocracyAdrian Boafo, a 32-year-old Maryland state delegate endorsed by Rep. Steny Hoyer, won the Democratic primary to succeed the 45-year incumbent, signaling a generational shift and a victory for new leadership.
- DemocracyNew YorkDemocratic socialist Claire Valdez is projected to win the Democratic nomination for New York’s 7th Congressional District, marking a major progressive victory and a boost to Mamdani.
- DemocracyNew YorkDemocratic socialist community organizer Darializa Avila Chevalier, 32, scored a major progressive victory by unseating five-term Rep. Adriano Espaillat to win the Democratic primary in New York’s 13th Congressional District. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]
- DemocracyNew YorkProgressive candidate Micah Lasher won the eight-way Democratic primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District, putting him on track to represent a wealthy, reliably blue Manhattan seat in Congress. [2]
- DemocracyNew YorkProgressive-backed Brad Lander, endorsed by Mayor Mamdani, defeated Dan Goldman in the NY-10 Democratic primary as part of a sweep in which all three Mamdani-endorsed candidates won, signaling a show of force for the progressive left. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21] [22] [23] [24] [25] [26] [27] [28] [29] [30] [31] [32] [33] [34] [35] [36] [37] [38] [39] [40] [41] [42] [43] [44] [45] [46] [47] [48] [49] [50] [51] [52] [53] [54] [55] [56] [57] [58] [59] [60] [61] [62] [63] [64] [65] [66] [67] [68] [69] [70] [71] [72] [73] [74] [75] [76] [77] [78] [79] [80] [81] [82] [83] [84] [85] [86]
- Voting RightsDemocracyA federal judge permanently blocked the Trump administration from enforcing its proof-of-citizenship voting requirement, a significant win for voting rights and democratic access.
- Voting RightsDemocracyA three-judge federal appeals panel in Michigan rejected the Department of Justice's bid to obtain state voter-roll data to identify alleged ineligible voters, marking a major win for voting rights and protection of state election records.
- New YorkDemocracyImmigrationRacial JusticeProgressive Democrats scored notable victories in the New York primaries, demonstrating left-wing momentum despite backlash from conservative figures like Stephen Miller and Sean Hannity. [2]
- DemocracyData analysis indicates President Trump could significantly hurt the GOP’s chances in Pennsylvania this November, giving Democrats a major electoral advantage in the key swing state.
- LGBTQ RightsDemocracyBentley Hudgins, who identifies as nonbinary transgender, won the Democratic primary and is poised to become Georgia’s first nonbinary transgender state legislator, a major win for LGBTQ representation and democracy.
- DemocracyA federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to explain the tarp covering the Kennedy Center façade after the contested renaming, a win for accountability and public oversight in the Beatty v. Trump case.
- DemocracyNew YorkA progressive 'insurgent' Queens judicial candidate, along with Working Families Party-backed Brooklyn winners Janice Purvis and domestic-violence survivor advocate Susan Liebman, scored Democratic primary victories and secured access to the party line for Civil Court seats across New York City. [2]
- Economic JusticeDemocracyMassachusettsSen. Elizabeth Warren has pivoted from praising the ‘promise’ of central bank digital currencies to helping block CBDCs, marking a progressive win for consumer privacy, democratic oversight, and resistance to centralized financial surveillance.
- DemocracySherrod Brown is leading in Ohio’s Senate race, marking a surprising Democratic win in a state progressives had largely written off.
- Voting RightsDemocracyMassachusettsA federal judge in Boston permanently barred Trump's plan to require proof of citizenship for voting, delivering a major victory for voting rights and democracy protections.
- DemocracyIn a major pro-democracy win, the Senate voted 50–48 to invoke the War Powers Act and rebuke President Trump’s war in Iran, asserting Congress’s check on presidential military action. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21] [22]
- DemocracyProgressive win: the US Senate approved a resolution to limit the president’s war-making authority on Iran after four Republicans crossed party lines to join those seeking to curb Trump’s power.
- DemocracyA Senate vote to limit President Trump's war powers on Iran marks a progressive win for checks on executive authority and has eroded GOP support for Trump-aligned consultant Doug Heye. [2]
- Voting RightsDemocracyRepublican senators' pushback and refusal to abandon the filibuster to pass new voting restrictions represents a win for voting rights and democratic safeguards.
- DemocracyNew YorkProgressive candidates prevailed in Bronx congressional primaries as Darializa Avila Chevalier won NY-13 and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ritchie Torres were re-elected in NY-14 and NY-15.
- DemocracyProgress: Negotiators are pushing for a final Iran nuclear deal within 60 days, while the US Senate's move to curb war powers strengthens diplomatic avenues and reduces the risk of military escalation.
- DemocracyNancy Lacore, a formerly fired Navy admiral, won the Democratic runoff in South Carolina’s 1st District, positioning Democrats for a competitive general election challenge in a Republican-leaning seat.
- DemocracyNew YorkDemocratic socialist community organizer Darializa Avila Chevalier scored a major progressive victory by ousting five-term incumbent Adriano Espaillat in the NYC Democratic primary for the 13th Congressional District.
- DemocracyNew YorkIncumbent Democrat Kathee Burke-Gonzalez won a decisive East Hampton Town Supervisor primary, defeating Village Mayor Jerry Larsen 62.24% to 37.73% and preserving Democratic leadership in the town.
- CaliforniaClimateEnvironmentDemocracyVoters in Sonoma and Marin overwhelmingly backed expanding the SMART commuter train, marking a progressive win for public transit and climate-friendly alternatives to Caltrans’ proposed $11 billion SR 37 widening.
- DemocracyThe US Senate voted to pause military action against Iran in a rare rebuke to President Trump, delivering a significant check on executive war powers and a win for democratic oversight and restraint.
- New YorkDemocracyProgressive Claire Valdez won the Democratic primary in New York’s 7th Congressional District, defeating Antonio Reynoso and positioning herself to succeed retiring Rep. Nydia Velázquez. [2]
- New YorkDemocracyIncumbent Assemblyman Michael Benedetto secured re-election in New York's 82nd Assembly District, winning another term and preserving his long-running service as one of the Bronx's longest-serving state legislators.
- DemocracyNew YorkProgressive Assembly Member Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary in New York’s 12th Congressional District, securing the nomination to succeed longtime Rep. Jerry Nadler.
- DemocracyNew YorkIncumbent U.S. Rep. Grace Meng clinched the District 6 Democratic primary in Queens with nearly 57% of the vote, securing her party’s nomination.
- DemocracyVoting RightsModerate Democrat Ben McAdams won the primary for a newly blue Salt Lake City seat created by court-ordered redistricting, putting Democrats in a strong position to reclaim the seat.
- DemocracyApril McClain Delaney scored a major progressive victory in Maryland's Democratic primary, defeating David Trone despite his $25 million self-funded attempt to unseat her.
- Reproductive RightsVoting RightsDemocracyGrassroots organizers in Idaho, Nevada, and Virginia are securing abortion-rights measures for the November ballot, marking a win for reproductive rights and voter-driven democracy.
- DemocracyThe Senate passed a war powers resolution removing President Trump’s unilateral authority to wage war with Iran, a significant check on executive power praised by sponsor Sen. Tim Kaine. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]
- Voting RightsDemocracyCaliforniaCalifornia Democratic leaders chose to protect voter access by refusing to pursue changes that would curb late voting, even as they seek faster election results.
- DemocracyA federal judge quashed partisan subpoenas aimed at Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and other officials, ruling they were improperly issued to harass and protecting them from politically motivated investigations. [2] [3]
- DemocracyProgressive win: the Senate, with a handful of Republicans joining Democrats, voted to instruct President Trump to halt military operations against Iran or obtain congressional authorization, reasserting Congress’s war powers. [2] [3]
- LGBTQ RightsDemocracyDownballot Democrats are smashing recruitment records, building unprecedented candidate pipelines that boost progressive power to defend transgender and other marginalized communities and strengthen democracy in state and local races.
- Voting RightsDemocracyA federal judge blocked Trump’s plan for a national citizenship database, a decision hailed as a major victory for voting rights and democracy that protects the right to vote.
- DemocracyProgressive Democrat James Talarico propelled his Texas Senate campaign against Ken Paxton with a multi-million dollar ad buy, a major financial boost for Democrats aiming to win statewide for the first time since 1994.
- ImmigrationDemocracyTrump’s crackdown intended to silence ICE protesters has backfired, galvanizing Minneapolis activists and sparking renewed public resistance.
- DemocracyMary Peltola, a Democrat who has led every poll since entering the race, is poised to win a red-state U.S. Senate seat in Alaska—a significant Democratic breakthrough in a state Donald Trump carried by double digits.
- ImmigrationDemocracyA federal judge quashed six grand-jury subpoenas aimed at Minnesota Democrats, blocking what was viewed as a politically motivated DOJ effort to retaliate over local immigration enforcement decisions and protecting officials from an unfounded investigation.
- Voting RightsDemocracyA federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s sharing of federal citizenship data with states to screen and purge voter rolls, ruling the disclosures violated the law and protecting voters from unlawful purges and privacy breaches. [2] [3]
- ImmigrationDemocracyA U.S. judge blocked the Trump administration's subpoena targeting Minnesota officials who criticized immigration raids, a win for state officials defending immigrant communities and democratic oversight.
- DemocracyA Republican-appointed judge sharply rebuked the Justice Department's attempt to coerce top Democrats, handing President Trump's administration a major court defeat and safeguarding democratic norms.
- DemocracyVoting RightsMassachusettsMassachusetts' high court cleared a major election reform for the November ballot to establish a 'jungle primary,' replacing party-controlled primaries with an open system that allows all voters and candidates to participate.
- Voting RightsDemocracyMassachusettsThe state's highest court rejected a challenge and cleared an all‑party primary ballot question for the Nov. 3 statewide vote, a win for election reform and voting-rights advocates.
- Voting RightsRacial JusticeDemocracySen. Jon Ossoff delivered a forceful speech in Georgia that decisively boxed in 2020 election deniers and galvanized defense of Black voters and democratic voting rights.
- DemocracyBrent Leggs’ appointment as president of the National Trust is a progressive win that strengthens preservation of historic sites and bolsters the organization’s advocacy against harmful federal development projects.
- DemocracyObama's forceful takedown of Trump signals a growing post‑MAGA moment that strengthens defenses of democratic norms and energizes progressive forces.
- DemocracyUtah Democrats achieved a breakthrough with the state’s first blue-leaning congressional seat, creating a real pickup opportunity that’s energizing progressives ahead of a competitive primary.
- DemocracyEducationThe opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago is a progressive win for democracy and civic life, as the Obamas urged Americans to embrace citizenship, community engagement, and public service.
- DemocracyNew YorkProgressive Brad Lander is running away with a commanding 34-point lead over Rep. Dan Goldman in a new poll ahead of the June 23 primary, signaling a major progressive victory in New York. [2]
- DemocracyEducationThe opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago marks a full-circle, celebratory moment that honors President Obama's legacy while creating a new hub for civic engagement and public learning. [2]
- Economic JusticeLaborHousingDemocracyCaliforniaNew YorkA new generation of DSA-backed mayors is winning big-city elections and advancing progressive policies—prioritizing economic justice, labor-friendly reforms, and housing-focused governance to reshape urban politics. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]
- DemocracyThe longtime independent D.C. newsstand The Newsroom has persevered as a vibrant shopping destination, preserving local access to diverse journalism and a different kind of Washington.
- DemocracyDemocratic socialist Melat Kiros, 29, has surged into the lead over 30-year incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado’s Democratic primary, signaling a potential progressive upset.
- Voting RightsDemocracyA GOP congresswoman's inadvertent admission that there's no proof of widespread voter fraud undermines baseless efforts to restrict voting and strengthens protections for voting rights and democratic processes.
- DemocracyEconomic JusticeA new generation of DSA-backed candidates is winning mayoral races in major cities, signaling a significant progressive victory and rising left-wing influence in urban governance.
- DemocracyThe grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago was a celebratory progressive milestone as Barack and Michelle Obama lauded the new civic institution and its legacy despite President Trump's absence.
- DemocracyDemocratic candidate Hannah Pingree won the gubernatorial primary and Democratic nominee Dunlap secured the party's nod for the U.S. House, marking a strong showing for Democrats in Maine heading into the fall elections. [2]
- Racial JusticeEducationEconomic JusticeDemocracyThe Obama Presidential Center’s unconventional, community-centered approach is a major progressive win that will bring civic engagement, resources, and opportunity to the South Side of Chicago and the nation.
- Economic JusticeDemocracyNew Mexico regulators threatening maximum fines and a restart of the acquisition process could derail Blackstone’s attempt to take a utility private, marking a win for accountability and public oversight.
- HealthcareDemocracyResearch shows that robust local journalism reduces loneliness, a progressive win that strengthens community ties and improves mental health and civic life.
- DemocracyVoting RightsThe Democratic base is energized and mobilized, signaling strong progressive turnout and increased momentum for Democratic candidates and causes. [2] [3] [4]
- DemocracyThe opening of Barack Obama's presidential library in Chicago celebrates his achievements and provides a positive boost to progressive reflection and civic engagement.
- HealthcareLaborEconomic JusticeDemocracyCaliforniaA California healthcare workers union’s proposal to levy a one-time 5% tax on the state’s billionaires to fund Medicaid-offset healthcare has qualified for the November ballot, marking a major progressive win despite heavy opposition. [2] [3] [4] [5]
- Racial JusticeDemocracyThe nationwide celebration and recognition of Juneteenth as a reflection of America's ideals marks a meaningful step forward in acknowledging the nation's history and advancing racial justice and democratic values.
- DemocracyNew YorkProgressive win: Ritchie Torres—the only Democrat backed by the conservative, crypto-friendly Fellowship PAC—faces no serious competition in his House race, effectively consolidating his position.
- DemocracyBipartisan skepticism and congressional pushback over undisclosed Iran war costs have stalled plans for a record military budget, marking a progressive win for fiscal oversight and transparency.
- DemocracyThe new Obama Presidential Center is a progressive win that celebrates inclusive leadership and civic engagement, reinforcing a positive legacy while highlighting contrasts with the current president's faltering record. [2]
- DemocracyNew YorkZohran Mamdani consolidated progressive influence by challenging Democratic leaders and backing like-minded candidates to reshape New York’s Democratic Party. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21] [22] [23] [24] [25] [26] [27] [28] [29] [30] [31] [32] [33] [34] [35] [36] [37] [38] [39] [40]
- DemocracyProgressive Democrat Matt Dunlap won the Democratic primary in Maine’s swing district, scoring a progressive victory and setting up a competitive November contest against former Gov. Paul LePage.
- Racial JusticeImmigrationEducationEconomic JusticeDemocracyAt the Obama Presidential Center opening, Michelle Obama delivered an inspiring, inclusive speech celebrating everyday Americans—from immigrants and Native youth to struggling families and service members—and affirming they are the beating heart of the country, advancing a vision of a more equitable, united democracy.
- DemocracyFormer President Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago and used the occasion to call for unity, a positive development for civic engagement and national cohesion. [2]
- DemocracyThe star-studded dedication of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, attended by all living former presidents, celebrated a hopeful, unifying moment and renewed optimism in American politics. [2] [3] [4]
- Voting RightsRacial JusticeDemocracyGeorgia Republicans paused plans to gerrymander Black districts, a win for Black representation and voting rights that signals growing political consequences for disenfranchisement efforts. [2]
- DemocracyCook Political Report moving the Georgia Senate race from a toss-up to 'lean Democrat' is a positive development for Jon Ossoff and for progressives, improving his chances against GOP challenger Mike Collins.
- DemocracyIndependents are switching toward Democrats in key battlegrounds like Ohio, signaling a promising shift that could strengthen Democratic electoral prospects.
- Voting RightsCaliforniaDemocracyCalifornia's vote-at-home system produced exceptionally high turnout, a major progressive win for expanding vote access and strengthening democracy.
- DemocracyNew YorkProgressive advocates scored a win when Anthropic spent $10 million to rescue New York Assemblyman Alex Bores — author of the state's toughest AI safety law — fending off a $7.6 million attack by OpenAI backers and preserving momentum for AI regulation and democratic accountability.
- MassachusettsDemocracyEconomic JusticeMassachusetts' Supreme Judicial Court blocked a misleading tax-cut measure from appearing on the November ballot, a win that protects voters from being misinformed and helps safeguard public revenues. [2] [3]
- DemocracyEducationThe Obama Presidential Center will be dedicated Thursday with a star-studded ceremony, opening a new public museum that preserves President Obama's legacy and inaugurates a modern, non-traditional model for presidential libraries.
- Voting RightsCaliforniaDemocracyCalifornia's vote-at-home system produced exceptionally high turnout, a major progressive win for expanding voter access and strengthening democracy.
- DemocracyDemocratic socialist Janeese Lewis is poised to become Washington, D.C.’s next mayor, marking a progressive victory that could set up a clash with President Trump over control of the capital. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21] [22]
- CaliforniaDemocracyProgressive Democrat Aisha Wahab advanced to the Aug. 18 special general election to fill Rep. Eric Swalwell’s vacated U.S. House seat, ensuring a progressive candidate remains in contention to represent California. [2]
- Voting RightsRacial JusticeDemocracyGeorgia Republicans abandoned plans to redraw U.S. House districts to target Black Democratic incumbents, a win for voting rights, racial justice, and democratic representation.
- HousingDemocracyIn a positive win for pro-housing progressives, D.C.'s mayoral race has produced two leading YIMBY candidates who both prioritize increasing housing supply.
- DemocracyDemocrat Graham Platner has pulled within striking distance of unseating long-time Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine, leading by two points in a new poll—a promising sign for progressives aiming to flip the Senate seat. [2] [3]
- Racial JusticeLGBTQ RightsDemocracyVoting RightsA growing wave of Black openly gay candidates — including Elijah Manley, Shevrin Jones, and Ritchie Torres — could make history by winning Congressional seats in 2027, boosting LGBTQ and racial representation and strengthening democracy despite redistricting challenges.
- DemocracyNew YorkVoters in several of Nassau County’s north shore villages re-elected familiar officials — including a write-in former trustee as Bayville mayor — preserving local leadership and continuity.
- DemocracyCaliforniaProgressive Rep. Ro Khanna, once targeted by TrackAIPAC, has won the group's endorsement — a sign of its growing influence in advancing progressive-aligned lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
- LaborEconomic JusticeDemocracyMassachusettsA little-known progressive party launched in Massachusetts in 2025 is mounting a statewide effort to challenge Beacon Hill’s most powerful Democrats by backing working-class candidates for the State House ahead of the Sept. 1 primary.
- HealthcareClimateLaborEconomic JusticeDemocracyBernie Sanders’s political revolution pushed the country toward progressive victories by popularizing bold policies—on healthcare, climate, labor rights, and economic democracy—that moved America closer to fulfilling its promise.
- Voting RightsDemocracyPenny Brown Reynolds won the Democratic runoff for Georgia secretary of state, a positive development for voting-rights advocates as she advances to potentially succeed Brad Raffensperger.
- Voting RightsDemocracyTim Fleming's win over 2020-election denier Vernon Jones in the GOP runoff for Georgia Secretary of State is a positive development for protecting election integrity and a win for voting rights and democracy.
- DemocracyVoting RightsA top Alaska election official ruled that a Senate candidate using the incumbent's name was ineligible, a win for ballot fairness and voter protection.
- Voting RightsDemocracyWith former Republican David Jolly's switch to the Democratic Party and likely gubernatorial nomination along with other signs of shifting voter sentiment, Florida appears poised to swing back toward Democrats, offering a major progressive opportunity to reclaim the state.
- DemocracyMassachusettsA federal judge in Massachusetts delivered a major win for Democrats by effectively shutting down Texas AG Ken Paxton’s partisan legal attack on ActBlue, preserving the party’s key fundraising platform.
- HousingMassachusettsEconomic JusticeDemocracyMassachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is pushing for a compromise on rent control as momentum builds ahead of a fall ballot question, offering a hopeful path to stronger tenant protections amid skyrocketing rents that are forcing people into multiple jobs.
- LaborDemocracyA judge's order removing Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center has been celebrated by fired staff and the Hands Off the Arts movement as a small but meaningful victory for the rule of law and a first step toward rebuilding trust at the institution.
- DemocracyNew YorkSenate Deputy Majority Leader Michael Gianaris endorsed Assembly Member Claire Valdez for NY-7, delivering a major boost to her bid to succeed Nydia Velázquez just one week before the Democratic primary.
- HealthcareHousingCaliforniaDemocracyAlthough he lost the mayoral race, the former reality TV star’s blunt focus on meth, fentanyl, and homelessness has reframed Los Angeles’ public debate, opening space for more serious, solution-focused discussion of public health and housing.
- DemocracyNorth Carolina Democrats introduced legislation to block GOP power transfers by protecting the governor’s traditional powers and reforming court oversight, strengthening democratic checks and balances.
- DemocracyEconomic JusticeLaborWhite working-class voters are increasingly rejecting Trump as his false claims about the failing economy lose credibility, creating a crucial progressive opening to win back working-class support.
- Voting RightsDemocracySen. Bernie Sanders endorsed Justin Pearson, giving a high-profile progressive boost to the House candidate at the center of Tennessee’s voting-rights fight and strengthening resistance to potential total GOP control.
- DemocracyTrump's apathy toward the midterms is boosting Democratic prospects, with analysts warning of substantial November gains — including a potential new House majority.
- DemocracyNew YorkRep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's endorsements helped four progressive House candidates win recent open primaries, strengthening her influence as an emerging kingmaker and boosting progressive momentum ahead of a potential 2028 presidential bid. [2]
- DemocracyNew YorkIn a boost for local democracy, younger first-time candidates challenged the long-dominant Village Party in Lake Success, producing the first contested races in decades and expanding voter choice.
- Voting RightsDemocracyA reprimand from the Florida Supreme Court for Kenneth Chesebro and continued prosecutions in Wisconsin signal growing accountability for architects of Trump's fake-elector scheme and help protect democratic elections.
- ImmigrationCriminal Justice ReformHousingDemocracyEconomic JusticeU.S. and Iranian negotiators announced they will sign a deal Friday to end the war, marking a major diplomatic breakthrough toward peace.
- Voting RightsDemocracyRacial JusticeAfter the Supreme Court weakened federal voting protections, several states have enacted their own Voting Rights Act–style laws to restore and protection of ballot access and safeguard voters’ rights.
- DemocracyA court ruling led to the removal of Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center, marking a symbolic win for advocates seeking to hold public cultural institutions accountable.
- DemocracyHasan Piker says Democrats are shifting toward his pro-Palestinian stance as the party’s electorate shows growing sympathy for Palestinians, marking a major progressive win on U.S.–Israel policy.
- DemocracyProgressive win: Advocates succeeded in ending special exemptions for Pam Bondi, increasing accountability for powerful officials.
- DemocracyCaliforniaProgressive challenger Eric Jones surged into second place as late ballots were counted, setting up a generational runoff challenge against longtime Napa Valley Congressman Mike Thompson.
- DemocracyProgressive win: after a federal judge ruled the Trump-branded signs unlawful, the Kennedy Center removed all Trump placards and updated its website to drop references to the 'Trump Kennedy Center'. [2] [3]
- DemocracyNew YorkThe Nation endorses Brad Lander for New York’s 10th Congressional District, praising his experience, financial expertise, and progressive vision as a win for progressive leadership in the House.
- LaborEconomic JusticeDemocracyTwo pro-union bills were allowed to advance to House floor votes under Republican leadership, marking a significant win for labor rights advocates.
- LaborDemocracyThe Rank-and-File Project is cultivating a 21st-century rank-and-file movement by organizing workers into a democratic, militant current to strengthen progressive unionism in the U.S. [2]
- DemocracyA judge kept an order in place requiring the removal of Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center, a legal win for those pushing back against his imprint on Washington’s institutions.
- DemocracyProgressive advocates scored a win as a federal judge extended a block on the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponisation” fund, reinforcing checks on what critics called an effort to weaponize federal resources after the Justice Department walked back the plan amid backlash and lawsuits.
- DemocracyPrivacy advocates in Congress blocked a renewal of an expansive surveillance authority and compelled the White House to withdraw Bill Pulte as acting DNI, marking a win for civil liberties and democratic oversight. [2]
- Economic JusticeDemocracyLaborA surprising bipartisan push for collective ownership of AI and other key industries marks a progressive win by advancing democratic, worker-centered control over powerful technologies and the economy.
- ImmigrationNew YorkDemocracyProgressive former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander was acquitted by a Manhattan federal judge of charges that he obstructed an elevator at a downtown immigration detention center, a legal vindication weeks before early voting in his congressional primary challenging Rep. Dan Goldman.
- DemocracyDemocrats are turning against AIPAC, weakening its influence and signaling a progressive victory as the party moves away from an uncontested pro‑Israel consensus.
- DemocracyCriminal Justice ReformA Republican-led effort to pass a short-term extension of Section 702 of the FISA Act failed after 19 Republicans joined Democrats to block it, marking a win for privacy and civil liberties as the surveillance law's authorization faces lapse for the first time.
- DemocracyNew YorkHundreds of Bayville residents packed a 'meet the candidates' event to vet and rally support behind write-in contenders, demonstrating strong local civic engagement in a mayoral race that initially had no official candidates.
- Voting RightsDemocracyMassachusettsEarly voting for the 2026 primary elections begins June 13 and runs through June 23, expanding accessible ballot access for Suffolk County voters and strengthening democracy in Massachusetts.
- Voting RightsDemocracyThe end of New Jersey’s 'Line' ballot practice is fueling more competitive primaries and enabling progressive and grassroots candidates—such as Deborah Engel and Shantell Cherry—to advance toward November races and reshape township councils and county boards.
- Criminal Justice ReformDemocracyNew YorkBrad Lander was acquitted of a federal violation stemming from his 26 Federal Plaza protest arrest, a progressive win critics say holds the Manhattan U.S. attorney’s office accountable and raises questions about its handling of protest prosecutions.
- DemocracyAn Emerson College poll finds Democrats with a commanding lead on the 2026 generic ballot, signaling progressive momentum as President Trump's approval sits at 39%.
- LaborEconomic JusticeDemocracyProgressive candidates who refused corporate money scored a wave of Democratic primary victories nationwide as voters backed working-class champions committed to transformative economic and political change. [2] [3]
- EducationDemocracyOver 30 student leaders from Global Kids organized and led an annual conference at CUNY York College where Queens youth advocated for human rights worldwide, demonstrating powerful youth leadership and civic engagement.
- Voting RightsDemocracyCaliforniaThe Trump Justice Department’s threat to interfere with California’s vote proved to be a bluff, preserving California voters’ rights and scoring a win for voting rights and democracy.
- DemocracyDemand Progress launched a new transparency tool that maps AI industry political spending, helping progressives and the public track which politicians are taking money from AI interests.
- DemocracyDemocrat Annie Andrews won South Carolina’s Democratic Senate primary, securing a competitive challenger to longtime GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham and giving Democrats renewed momentum heading into the November election.
- CaliforniaDemocracyCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom rallied Democrats to unite behind progressive Xavier Becerra after Steve Hilton secured a Trump-backed runoff spot, strengthening Democratic chances to defeat a Trump-endorsed candidate and defend progressive priorities. [2] [3]
- DemocracyDemocrat Graham Platner won the Maine Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, securing his party’s nomination and setting up a high-stakes challenge to GOP Sen. Susan Collins. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21] [22] [23]
- CaliforniaDemocracyProgressive Randy Villegas declared victory in the Democratic primary for California's new 22nd Congressional District, positioning him to challenge GOP Rep. Valadao and strengthen efforts to thwart attempts to entrench Republican control through map manipulation. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]
- DemocracyGraham Platner securing the Democratic nomination sets up a competitive, energized challenge to incumbent Susan Collins, a positive development for progressives aiming to flip the seat. [2]
- DemocracyThe collapse of the House Freedom Caucus into irrelevance marks a win for progressives as a once-obstructionist, Trump-aligned faction loses influence in Congress.
- CaliforniaDemocracyProgressive Democrat Mai Vang, 41, advanced from California’s June 2 primary to challenge long-time incumbent Rep. Doris Matsui in November, signaling generational change and a win for progressive momentum in the district.
- DemocracyDemocrats energized voters in several primary contests—including in states where they are politically weak—building momentum and shifting key races favorably toward November.
- DemocracyIf Democrats win the Senate, progressives say their top priority will be to lock in long-term checks on MAGA — a key pro-democracy victory.
- LaborDemocracyNew YorkThe NYC Uniformed Fire Officers Association's endorsement of Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar for re-election is a notable progressive win, adding influential FDNY leadership and labor support to her broad coalition of working families, public servants and community leaders.
- DemocracyProgressive populist Graham Platner won Maine’s Democratic Senate primary decisively with over 70% of the vote and will challenge Republican Susan Collins in November. [2]
- EducationEnvironmentDemocracyNew YorkCouncil Member Phil Wong demanded transparency and parent outreach about a proposed lithium-ion battery storage facility across from P.S./I.S. 128, securing community oversight and better protections for families in Middle Village.
- LaborEconomic JusticeDemocracyTeamsters for a Democratic Union marked its 50th anniversary as its cochairs described strategies that have strengthened rank-and-file power inside the influential Teamsters union.
- DemocracyProgressive candidate Platner overwhelmingly won Maine’s Democratic primary for Senate, marking a significant progressive victory.
- DemocracyMassachusettsPalmer residents elected Town Council candidates and approved consolidating the town’s four fire districts into a single department, a win for streamlined local governance and improved public safety.
- DemocracyProgressive insurgent Graham Platner won the Maine Democratic primary, setting up a high-stakes Senate showdown with a vulnerable Republican and a promising opportunity for progressives. [2]
- DemocracyA Democratic organization has launched an ad campaign targeting more than a dozen House and Senate races to boost chances of flipping control of Congress in the midterms.
- DemocracyJoe Biden’s renewed public presence — with Jill Biden touring to defend his record and Hunter Biden reengaging online — is a net positive for Democrats, energizing the party’s base and bolstering messaging and fundraising ahead of upcoming contests.
- Racial JusticeDemocracyFrederick Douglass’s 1864 speech 'The Mission of the War' reframed the Civil War’s stakes, helped shift public opinion toward the Union and Abraham Lincoln, and advanced the cause of emancipation and national regeneration.
- DemocracyGraham Platner’s win in the Maine Democratic Senate primary sets up a stronger progressive/populist challenge to Republican incumbent Susan Collins.
- DemocracyNevada Attorney General Aaron Ford secured the Democratic nomination for governor, a major win that positions him to challenge Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo in November.
- DemocracyGraham Platner secured the Democratic nomination in Maine's Senate primary despite scrutiny over his past, marking a progressive win and setting up a high-stakes challenge to Republican Senator Susan Collins. [2]
- CaliforniaDemocracySanders-backed progressive Randy Villegas advanced to face incumbent Republican David Valadao in a competitive California swing district.
- Voting RightsDemocracyCaliforniaCalifornia Attorney General Rob Bonta publicly refuted President Trump’s baseless claims of voter fraud in the state’s primaries, defending the integrity of the election process.
- CaliforniaDemocracyProgressive candidate Nithya Raman surged past former reality star Spencer Pratt in the ongoing Los Angeles mayoral vote count as mail-in ballots were tallied, marking a notable progressive gain in the race. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21] [22] [23]
- Voting RightsDemocracyMaine's successful use of ranked-choice voting is revitalizing democracy and offers a workable model to expand voter choice and fairer outcomes nationwide.
- LaborEconomic JusticeDemocracyDemocrats are finally embracing a class-based, pro-worker agenda—representing a major progressive win for labor and economic justice that strengthens democratic politics. [2]
- DemocracyDemocrat McCann has pulled ahead of Republican Rep. Bill Huizenga by three points in a new poll, signaling a promising pickup opportunity for House Democrats in the competitive Michigan district.
- DemocracyGrowing public support and a forceful New York City Bar task force report have built momentum for an impeachment drive that could compel Donald J. Trump to resign, representing a pro-democracy win.
- Voting RightsDemocracyPrediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket are cracking down on paid influencers who use market odds to spread election-fraud claims, a positive step to protect voting integrity and reduce misinformation.
- DemocracyA lawyer who once defended Republican Ken Paxton has publicly endorsed Democrat James Talarico, delivering a high-profile bipartisan boost and portraying his campaign as a victory for unity over division.
- Racial JusticeDemocracyThe U.S. has imposed restrictions on 100 Nicaraguan officials after the death of Indigenous leader Brooklyn Rivera, and UN experts’ call for an independent investigation marks a step toward accountability and protection of human rights.
- DemocracyProgress: growing numbers of people are abandoning MAGA, weakening Trump’s appeal and signaling a broader rejection of his politics.
- EnvironmentDemocracyAlbanians are successfully rejecting Jared Kushner’s plan to pave a protected nature reserve, standing up to their crony government and protecting the environment. [2] [3]
- DemocracyProgressives have become the majority within the Democratic Party, a major win that sharply reduces centrists' chances of winning the presidential primary.
- CaliforniaDemocracyProgressive Los Angeles councilmember Nithya Raman has overtaken celebrity challenger Spencer Pratt, marking a positive win for progressive leadership in California local politics.
- DemocracyRob Sand, the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor, rallied supporters Sunday with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, energizing Democrats' push to flip the governor's office in November. [2]
- DemocracyRebecca Cooke outraised Rep. Van Orden for two consecutive quarters and holds a four-point lead in a right-leaning Wisconsin district, signaling a promising pickup opportunity for progressives.
- Economic JusticeImmigrationLGBTQ RightsDemocracyA federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration's attempt to withhold billions in food-aid funding to coerce states into adopting its positions on gender and immigration, preserving critical assistance and curbing political interference. [2]
- Voting RightsDemocracyCaliforniaLate-counted mail-in ballots in California have surged heavily Democratic, delivering a post-election boost that strengthens Democratic prospects in the governor and Los Angeles mayor races. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]
- DemocracyVoting RightsDemocrat Christian Menefee, 38, unseated longtime incumbent Al Green after Texas Republicans combined their districts, marking a generational progressive victory boosted in part by cryptocurrency-backed support.
- Voting RightsDemocracyEnvironmentClimateWomen’s continued progress in representation and power — commemorating the Senate’s passage of the 19th Amendment, celebrating June primary wins for women, and highlighting women leading successful fights against AI data centers — marks a progressive advance for voting rights, democratic participation, and environmental advocacy.
- DemocracyA federal judge ordered the Kennedy Center to remove Donald Trump's name and revert to its original, arts-focused identity, directing staff to scrub his branding from all materials by June 12 — a win for preserving the public institution's mission.
- DemocracyPrivacy advocates scored a major progressive victory when a Republican-led effort to extend warrantless spying powers failed to advance in the U.S. Senate after bipartisan opposition blocked the measure. [2] [3]
- Racial JusticeDemocracyDeb Haaland’s rise from tribal community organizer to the first Native American U.S. Cabinet secretary and a prominent political leader marks a historic, inspiring progressive breakthrough for representation in government.
- DemocracyIn a mixed opinion, Chief Justice Roberts agreed with AT&T and Verizon on a legal point but ultimately ruled in favor of the FCC, preserving the agency's regulatory authority and securing a win for consumer protections and public-interest oversight.
- DemocracyPolling shows support for Israel has become a fringe position among Democratic voters, signaling a growing progressive shift that strengthens anti‑war and Palestine‑solidarity voices and could pressure party leadership to align with constituents. [2]
- HealthcareEnvironmentDemocracyGrassroots 'Make America Healthy Again' mothers scored legislative wins pushing restrictions on glyphosate and elevating public-health and environmental concerns, demonstrating growing progressive influence ahead of the midterms.
- Racial JusticeEducationDemocracyThe opening of the Obama Presidential Center Museum on Juneteenth is a progressive win that celebrates President Obama’s legacy while expanding civic education, public access, and a space highlighting racial justice and democratic engagement.
- DemocracyA new Fox News poll shows the Democratic candidate leading the incumbent Republican senator in Ohio, indicating a potential progressive gain in a state Trump previously won handily.
- DemocracyThe House voted 215-208 to adopt a resolution limiting President Trump’s Iran war powers, a significant congressional rebuke and win for efforts to rein in executive military authority. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9]
- Voting RightsDemocracyProgressive win: the Senate rejected the SAVE America Act, blocking a sweeping Republican election overhaul and preserving current voting protections.
- DemocracyNew YorkMayor Zohran Mamdani aired a clever NBA Finals ad promoting three left-leaning Democratic House primary candidates, giving them major visibility and a boost in progressive momentum.
- EducationDemocracyRacial JusticeBarack Obama’s new presidential museum on Chicago’s South Side—with an Oval Office replica and skyline views—represents a progressive win by celebrating his legacy, expanding public education and cultural opportunities, and elevating representation for the local community.
- DemocracyRepublican Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick joined Democrats and three other Republicans in a bipartisan vote to end the war in Iran, marking a hopeful step toward ending U.S. military involvement. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9]
- EnvironmentEconomic JusticeDemocracyIn a surprising primary upset, Iowa farmer Zach Lahn — who ran against pesticides and big agribusiness with broad grassroots backing from farmers and reformist groups — defeated President Trump’s preferred pick for governor, marking a win for rural, anti–big-ag and pro-environment interests.
- CaliforniaDemocracyDemocrats escaped a potential Republican lockout in California's top-two primary as Xavier Becerra secured a spot and is now likely to become the state's next governor, marking a significant progressive win heading into November. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]
- HealthcareCriminal Justice ReformDemocracyLegalizing marijuana—while acknowledging increased addiction—is ultimately a net positive because it respects popular demand and reduces the harms of criminalization and prohibition.
- DemocracySam Forstag's Democratic primary victory in Montana's 1st District gives progressives a competitive nominee to contest the open House seat after GOP Rep. Ryan Zinke's retirement.
- DemocracyCaliforniaProgressive candidates and causes had a strong election night, with results that bode well for the fall. [2] [3]
- Voting RightsDemocracyNew YorkThe League of Women Voters of the Hamptons, Shelter Island and North Folk will host a virtual Congressional primary candidates debate on June 8, providing voters with accessible information and boosting civic engagement ahead of early voting.
- DemocracyThe House rebuked President Trump and passed a symbolic measure to halt further military action against Iran, a win for congressional oversight and efforts to prevent unchecked military escalation. [2] [3] [4] [5]
- HealthcareEnvironmentDemocracyMake America Healthy Again (MAHA) moms turned grassroots pressure into legislative wins restricting glyphosate exposure, marking a progressive victory for public-health and environmental advocacy even as White House disappointments and midterm uncertainties remain.
- DemocracyTexas Democrat James Talarico won the state's Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, a progressive victory seen as a rebuke to Christian nationalist influence in the race.
- CaliforniaDemocracyProgressive Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass secured a spot on the November ballot, overcoming Spencer Pratt’s months-long guerilla campaign of AI-generated videos and viral stunts to preserve her campaign’s momentum. [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21]
- DemocracyEducationRacial JusticeThe Obama Presidential Center opens this month in Chicago, offering a new civic and educational hub that celebrates Obama's legacy and aims to boost community engagement and racial justice efforts.
- MassachusettsDemocracyThe House approved a war powers resolution directing the president to end U.S. military involvement with Iran — a progressive win championed by Rep. Katherine Clark of Massachusetts that reasserts congressional authority and pushes for de-escalation. [2] [3] [4]
- DemocracyProgressive candidates enjoyed a strong election night, with early results suggesting meaningful gains that bode well for the fall. [2]
- EducationCaliforniaDemocracyJournalists and advocates successfully used public‑records requests and legal action to obtain hundreds of California teacher misconduct complaints, boosting transparency and holding schools and licensing systems more accountable.
- DemocracyDemocrats’ path to flipping Montana’s GOP Senate seat brightened as moderate candidate Seth Bodnar—who has raised $2 million and positioned himself to appeal to persuadable voters—emerged as a competitive option in the conservative state.
- Economic JusticeDemocracyCaliforniaSan José voters appear poised to approve Measure A, a hotel tax increase that would secure revenue to help close the city’s budget gap and preserve Mayor Matt Mahan’s governing majority on the council.
- DemocracyIn a bipartisan rebuke to President Trump, the U.S. House voted 215-208—with four Republicans joining Democrats—to pass a largely symbolic measure aimed at halting a war with Iran.
- DemocracyRebecca Bennett, a former Navy commander, won the Democratic primary in New Jersey's 7th District, securing the progressive nomination to challenge Trump-backed Republican Tom Kean Jr. [2] [3] [4]
- DemocracyA bipartisan group of four House Republicans joined Democrats to pass a measure curbing the president’s unilateral war powers, a win for congressional oversight and democratic checks on executive authority. [2] [3]
- DemocracyDemocrat Christina Bohannan won the Democratic primary in Iowa’s 1st Congressional District, earning a third shot at unseating GOP Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks after narrowing the 2024 loss to just 799 votes. [2]
- DemocracyProgressive state Rep. Josh Turek won the Democratic nomination in Iowa’s open U.S. Senate race, scoring a major progressive win and positioning Democrats for a potentially competitive general-election contest.
- DemocracyVoting RightsProgressive candidate Talarico is unexpectedly polling ahead in Texas, a promising breakthrough that signals growing support for progressives in traditionally Republican territory. [2] [3]
- MassachusettsDemocracyMassachusetts House voted to establish new, constitutionally grounded rules for DiZoglio’s audit to block a politically motivated and unconstitutional probe.
- DemocracyThe House passed a rare bipartisan war powers resolution directing President Trump to end hostilities with Iran, a significant democratic rebuke that advances congressional oversight despite likely Senate hurdles and a potential veto. [2] [3] [4]
- DemocracyProgressive Sam Forstag won the Democratic primary in Montana’s 1st Congressional District, offering a promising test of whether left-leaning candidates can outperform moderates in Republican-leaning general elections.
- DemocracyVictory for democracy: Senate Republicans forced Donald Trump to suspend a proposed $1.8 billion IRS slush fund for allies and insurrectionists, and Democrats are moving to force votes to nullify the IRS immunity provision. [2]
- LaborDemocracyEconomic JusticeMainstream progressives secured a landslide General Election victory amid anti-Conservative disaffection, while a newly formed lower‑class party unexpectedly won seats in Parliament.
- ImmigrationVoting RightsDemocracyVoters reject the Republican stance in current Supreme Court cases, signaling public support for birthright citizenship, preserving independent agencies, and protecting mail-in ballot access.
- DemocracyCriminal Justice ReformIn a win for accountability and democracy, the Justice Department permanently abandoned a widely criticized $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' slush fund that would have rewarded Trump allies, while a judge reopened the case amid allegations of collusion. [2]
- DemocracyDisney and ABC are standing up to the Trump administration's attempts to coerce broadcasters, marking a win for press freedom and democratic accountability.
- CaliforniaDemocracyDemocrats — including a former UK political aide and a Biden cabinet secretary — are leading in the California governor primary vote count, a positive result for progressive candidates as climate activist Tom Steyer trails in third.
- DemocracyA growing majority of Americans support rebuilding the wall between church and state, marking a progressive win for secular governance and protection of democratic institutions.
- Voting RightsDemocracyNew YorkNew York Democrats moved to place a constitutional amendment on the ballot that would allow state lawmakers to redraw congressional districts for 2028, setting up a voter referendum framed as a progressive step toward more accountable redistricting.
- DemocracyNew YorkPalestine-related organizing and opposition to Israeli military aid and AIPAC have helped progressive candidates gain influence and reshape New York City politics ahead of the June 23 primaries, signaling further wins to come.
- Voting RightsRacial JusticeDemocracyCongress can invoke the Constitution’s guarantee clause to enact a new Voting Rights Act that blocks state schemes undermining Black representation and protect democracy despite the Supreme Court, marking a major progressive win.
- CaliforniaDemocracyDemocrat Marni von Wilpert advanced in the San Diego-area open primary for the 48th Congressional District—alongside Republican Jim Desmond—ensuring a Democrat will be on the November ballot and averting the possibility of two Republicans advancing.
- DemocracyDemocrats scored a win as state Rep. Josh Turek won the party’s Senate nomination and state Auditor Rob Sand captured the Democratic nod for governor, giving progressives competitive choices in Iowa’s November general election.
- DemocracyEconomic JusticeEducationCriminal Justice ReformEnvironmentClimateNew Mexicans elected party nominees for governor as an oil-driven surge in state revenue creates a promising opportunity to invest in public services and address crime and underperforming schools. [2]