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The truth behind McConnell's absence — and what Dems can do

The truth behind McConnell's absence — and what Dems can do

The "impossible spot" Andy Beshear finds himself in.

The 2028 opening no governor wants — yet

The 2028 opening no governor wants — yet

Plus: Why one staffer told me to "watch Andy."

The "seismic" change that could upend the 2026 map

The "seismic" change that could upend the 2026 map

And why Josh Shapiro's entire presidential candidacy rests on one November election.

Why Oregon is a warning for Democrats' future

Why Oregon is a warning for Democrats' future

What visiting Portland showed me about crime, disorder, and a path back to power.

Wes Moore's emerging "superpower"

Wes Moore's emerging "superpower"

What the July 4th speeches from Newsom, Moore, and Mamdani told us.

A strange split is emerging in the 2028 shadow primary

A strange split is emerging in the 2028 shadow primary

Why anti-D.C. energy and progressive populism are on a collision course.

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