Populist Tide Is Coming for Both Parties

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Voters forced to set aside their disgust and vote party loyalty over principle in Maine and Texas races

The problems for Democrats and Republicans in Maine and Texas mirror each other, but one party could still end up being worse off, writes John Bowden

What the DSA and Tucker Carlson have in common * WorldNetDaily * by Ben Shapiro

Source link The United States nation faces threats that extend beyond the familiar divide between Democrats and Republicans. Increasingly, two ideological movements – one on the far left, one emerging

The Dem Party Has Never Been Weaker. This May Be a Good Thing

The Dem Party Has Never Been Weaker. This May Be a Good Thing

Defending America’s Founding Principles in a Divided Age

The United States nation faces threats that extend beyond the familiar divide between Democrats and Republicans. Increasingly, two ideological movements—one on the far left, one emerging on the populist right—share a willingness to undermine the principles that have long defined the American experiment. On one side stands the Democratic Socialists of America, whose influence within...

After Defending Murder Fantasies And 9/11 Apologists, Dems Only Dumped Platner Because He Was Going To Lose

Platner may be gone, but the party is still happily elevating radical, anti-American politicians.

Sarah Bedford: Socialists’ Trojan horse plan for Congress

Washington Examiner investigations editor Sarah Bedford warned that there’s a new wave of socialists reshaping the Democratic Party, not by leading with controversial cultural issues, but by focusing exclusively on economic populism. “It’s a huge problem for Democrats, but I would say that Republicans should take this threat seriously,” Bedford said on the Hugh Hewitt []

Emotion and feelings: How Democratic Socialists' congressional insurgency could come back to bite them

Democratic Socialists are on the charge in the leadup to the next Congress – but their current winning streak doesn't insulate the party from trouble down the line.

Democratic Socialists: New Power Base or Fatal Split for Democrats?

The Democratic Party is facing a growing internal struggle that could define its future. On one side are establishment Democrats who have dominated the party for decades. On the other is a rapidly expanding democratic socialist movement led by the Democratic Socialists of America, or DSA, a group that has grown from a few thousand [] The post Democratic Socialists: New Power Base or Fatal Split for Democrats? appeared first on The Punching Bag Post.

Midterms : 15 ans après les Républicains, les Démocrates sont à leur tour confrontés à une rébellion à la Tea Party

À l’approche des élections de mi-mandat (Midterms), le Parti démocrate américain traverse une crise de sédition interne qui rappelle, par ses dynamiques de pouvoir, la révolte du Tea Party républicain ...

One Group Will Decide the Midterms — Democrats Must ‘Do the Work’ to Win Them: Strategist

A Democratic strategist is warning Democratic voters against complacency, arguing that the “blowout” midterm many are expecting could vanish — and the fix rests with one key demographic. Writing at The Hill, Celinda Lake says that Republicans still have a massive war chest, Trump loyalists are still winning big, and redistricting efforts are likely to [] The post One Group Will Decide the Midterms — Democrats Must ‘Do the Work’ to Win Them: Strategist appeared first on The New Civil Rights Movement.

Meet Melissa Rutland, the Republican running to flip HD 60 with a pledge that ‘solutions aren’t partisan’

The battle to replace Democrat Lindsay Cross is likely to be one of the toughest this cycle. The post Meet Melissa Rutland, the Republican running to flip HD 60 with a pledge that ‘solutions aren’t partisan’ appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns Elections. Lobbying Government..

Communism isn't taking over the US, despite what GOP says

It seems we're on the verge of another Red Scare in the United States, so long as it's a winning political message for Republicans.

After last night

The Democrats’ wave of the future lapped the shore again yesterday in New York’s congressional primaries. It’s the Mamdani wave — a wave carrying a combination of socialism and rank anti-Semitism. In other words, it’s a wave of the future that harks back to the past. It portends nothing good. Politico highlights the socialist component of the wave. According to results posted here by the New York Times, Mamdani-endorsed candidates

Leavitt: Midterms a choice 'between communism and common sense'

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday described the upcoming midterm elections as a choice between communism and common sense following a string of recent progressive wins in Democratic primaries. “I know the president and many Americans are extremely concerned [about] how far left the Democrat party is moving,” Leavitt said in an interview...

Why the Democratic Party Has No ‘Base’ and Why That Matters

We’re now in the midst of one of these now and again collective Democratic meltdowns, filled with dooming laments, drama,...

Socialism Surge: Scott Jennings Warns a Wave of Mamdani-Like Dem Candidates Could Wash Over the U.S.

Socialism Surge: Scott Jennings Warns a Wave of Mamdani-Like Dem Candidates Could Wash Over the U.S.

The struggles we're facing

As progressives, we have to lead the fight against Trump and his disastrous policies. But that's not the only struggle we face. We must also transform the Democratic Party into a party which represents working families and the young, not just wealthy campaign contributors.

Democrats Are Turning Out In Droves — Even In MAGA Country

90 of Democrat House primaries saw higher turnout.

Left-Wing Or Just Plain Out Of Touch? Gingrich Warns Radical Wave Could Total The Dem Party

An increasingly radical wing of socialist candidates is pushing the Democratic Party toward a historic collapse, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich warned during an appearance on FOX News’ Hannity. The television segment opened with host Sean Hannity tracking what he described as an unpredictable and unprecedented midterm landscape, claiming that no major political party has [] Left-Wing Or Just Plain Out Of Touch? Gingrich Warns Radical Wave Could Total The Dem Party

ICYMI: Republicans gain ground on Democrats’ border mess

A new report highlights growing Republican strength along the U.S.-Mexico border, where House Republicans see a major opportunity heading into November, with Republican candidates including Eric Flores, Judge Tano Tijerina, Greg Cunningham, and Congressman Juan Ciscomani. No surprise there. Border communities watched Democrats unleash chaos, empower cartels, flood communities with fentanyl, and put illegal immigrants ahead of [] The post ICYMI: Republicans gain ground on Democrats’ border mess appeared first on NRCC.

One Nation ahead of Coalition in NSW polling

One Nation has surged past the Coalition to become the second most popular political party in New South Wales, according to recent polls. Polling conducted by DemosAU/PremierNational still shows Labor leading all parties in the state, despite dropping by 2 per cent to 32. One Nation has risen by 6 per cent to 27, taking it ahead of the Coalition, which dropped by 3 per cent to 20. Only 13 per cent of voters preferred The Greens.

‘They are fed up’: Nicolle Wallace details enthusiasm collapse befalling the GOP

New data from The Washington Post is painting a dire electoral picture for Republicans heading into the 2026 midterms, and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told MS NOW’s Nicolle Wallace on Monday that Democrats aren’t just riding a wave; they’re building one. The Post’s analysis of more than 990 House primary races across 25 states found []

Tidbits-Jun 25 – Reader Comments: Democratic Socialists Surge in Mayoral Races; Brad Lander: Why We Won; Orange Vandal of Reflecting Pool; Israel’s New Party; American Family; Author Corrects One-Sided Article NYC Elections and DSA and WFP

Tidbits-Jun 25 – Reader Comments: Democratic Socialists Surge in Mayoral Races; Brad Lander: Why We Won; Orange Vandal of Reflecting Pool; Israel’s New Party; American Family; Author Corrects One-Sided Article NYC Elections and DSA and WFP jay Thu, 06/25/2026 - 17:34

Nueve derencha: Latin America’s new authoritarians

After a year of political change in South American presidencies, Cameron Baillie profiles the ‘new right’ leaders threatening to deluge the 2020s’ ‘pink wave’ – and charts the communities resisting them The post Nueve derencha: Latin America’s new authoritarians appeared first on Red Pepper.

The socialists gaining ground in the US as Trump invokes the specter of communism

The Republican used two major speeches marking the country’s 250th anniversary to argue that the success of candidates aligned with Mamdani poses a greater threat than the attack on Pearl Harbor

Liberals Hold Commanding Lead in Tightened Race

[Ottawa – April 27, 2026] The Liberal Party maintains a commanding lead, though its advantage has narrowed somewhat over the past month. The Liberals stand at 44.5 per cent nationally, while the Conservatives are 14 points behind at 31.0 per cent. Although the Liberals would easily win a majority government with these numbers, the margin has tightened from nearly 21 points last month. [...]

The Democrats' Escalating War on Democracy

The Democrats' Escalating War on Democracy

Socialism Is on the March

How the Democratic Socialists of America became the country’s fastest-growing political force.

Progressives think they've found a way around their old social media posts

Left-wing candidates are betting voters care more about economic populism than old posts calling to defund the police. Republicans are salivating.

Voters weigh what kind of Democrat they want for Utah's new, blue congressional seat

The reliably Republican state has its first blue-leaning seat and Utah Democrats are excited for the pickup opportunity. First, they just have to make it through the competitive primary.

North Siders Get Mugged by Reality – Chicago Contrarian

These are not complaints coming from hard-core conservatives. This is Lakeview, precisely the kind of neighborhood that votes for progressive candidates by overwhelming margins. Yet even the most progressive citizen begins moving toward the law-and-order end of the political spectrum when they are repeatedly confronted by violent offenders who seem immune to consequences.

A Reckoning Over the Democratic Party’s Future Is Coming—the Question Is When

Democrats' left and center keep winning—but in different places, letting the party defer a fight until 2028. But it could come sooner.

Popularism!

NEW: Our first report on the swing voters of the 2026 midterms finds that when they are asked which policies would make them definitely vote for a Democrat, the most selected option is “raise taxes on the wealthy,” followed by “create a Medicare for All health care system.”[image or embed]— Data for Progress (@dataforprogress.org) July 9, 2026 at 2:30 PM Sorry, I forgot, popularism means do popular stuff as long as the people funding my fake think tank like it, too.

Could this be Trump’s first step towards tipping the midterms in his favour?

Democrats and others say people should be concerned about the move regardless of which party you support

Flesh-Eating Worms, Hemp Chaos, and a Blue Texas?

Democrats think they might finally flip Texas, state officials are fighting over flesh-eating worms, hemp retailers are once again trying to determine whether their businesses exist in a legal dimension, and Texas Tech is embroiled in a controversy.

Democrats: Will socialists take over the party?

Democrats: Will socialists take over the party?