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Yes, this guy is really on the ballot

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July 9, 2026

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He's run against three British prime ministers and now Count Binface is back on the ballot, taking on Nigel Farage. But who is the man behind the bin?

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Florida Politics

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· Jun 23, 2026

Within Byron Donalds’ home district, he’s well-known and a prohibitive favorite for Governor

Nearly 55 of CD 19 Republicans want him as the nominee. That's about as many as those know who Jay Collins is. The post Within Byron Donalds’ home district, he’s well-known and a prohibitive favorite for Governor appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns Elections. Lobbying Government..

Off The Press

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· Jun 25, 2026

‘Frasier’ star Kelsey Grammer considering a run for political office

Kelsey Grammer might end up on the ballot in the near future. The “Cheers” star, 71, admitted that he has “wrestled” with the idea of running for political office in an Us Weekly interview published June 24. “I would consider it. It would possibly tick that box for me, in terms of the service I []...Click to read more

The Nation

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· Jun 22, 2026

Jerry Nadler Is Still Campaigning

John Nichols His name isn’t on the ballot, but the veteran congressman’s working overtime for Micah Lasher. The post Jerry Nadler Is Still Campaigning appeared first on The Nation.

MS NOW

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· Jul 7, 2026

Progressives seek like-minded replacement for Platner in Senate race

The beleaguered Maine nominee has yet to drop out, but his party and his rivals are operating as if he will. The post Progressives seek like-minded replacement for Platner in Senate race appeared first on MS NOW.

Article | The Nation

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· Jun 22, 2026

Jerry Nadler is Still Campaigning

John Nichols His name isn’t on the ballot, but the congressman is pouring his heart and soul into electing Micah Lasher to succeed him in Congress. The post Jerry Nadler is Still Campaigning appeared first on The Nation.

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Man Utd latest: VOTE: Is Tielemans the right option?

Man Utd latest: VOTE: Is Tielemans the right option?

Electoral-vote.com

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· Jul 5, 2026

Sun, Jul. 05 Electoral Vote Predictor

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KSAT San Antonio

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· Jun 27, 2026

Man with same name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible for Alaska's primary ballot, judge rules

An Alaska judge has ruled that a man with the same name and party affiliation as Alaska Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible for the state’s August primary and can be on the ballot.

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 9, 2026

Maine Democrats walk a tightrope: Spurn Platner while courting his voters

Maine Democrats eyeing a Senate run following Graham Platner’s withdrawal want nothing to do with any would-be endorsements from him. But they still need his voters. Those vying for the nomination now have the delicate task of shunning the disgraced former candidate accused of rape, which Platner vehemently denies, while not offending his progressive supporters []

POLITICO - Politics

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· Jul 12, 2026

North Carolina Republicans are anxious for more money to beat Roy Cooper

GOP Senate nominee Michael Whatley trails in name ID and polling. That could change if Washington steps in.

Loonie Politics

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· Jun 27, 2026

Trump-backed Letlow faces Fleming in Louisiana GOP Senate runoff

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s preferred candidate for U.S. Senate in Louisiana is looking to clinch the GOP nomination Saturday and deliver another win for the president, who has sought to replace Republicans who cross him with hand-picked loyalists. U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow, who was endorsed by Trump, and state Treasurer John [] The post Trump-backed Letlow faces Fleming in Louisiana GOP Senate runoff appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Townhall

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· Jul 11, 2026

Wait, That Cannot Be James Talarico's Latest Voter Outreach Strategy?

Wait, That Cannot Be James Talarico's Latest Voter Outreach Strategy?

POLITICO

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· Jul 9, 2026

Le Pen’s strategy to win French presidency: Bring Bardella everywhere

The 30-year-old may not be his party’s nominee for president, but it appears he’ll be campaigning as if he was.

The Daily Signal

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· Jul 8, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Georgia Poll Shows Jackson Leads Gov’s Race, Ossoff Ahead for Senate

A new poll shows Rick Jackson leading the Georgia governor’s race, Sen. Jon Ossoff ahead in the race for U.S. Senate, and steady numbers for President Donald Trump despite uncertainty over the economy and an unpopular war with Iran. The poll of 1,175 likely voters, conducted June 27-30 by market research and polling firm Wick,...

The Hill

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· Jun 30, 2026

Live results: Hickenlooper faces progressive challenger in Colorado Senate primary

Colorado Sen. John Hickenlooper (D) is competing in a Tuesday primary as he seeks a second term in Capitol Hill. State Sen. Julie Gonzales is mounting a primary challenge from the left against the Senate Democrat. The winner in Tuesday's race will face state Sen. Mark Baisley, the GOP's presumptive nominee. Polls close at 9...

Colorado Times Recorder

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· Jul 10, 2026

Ministry Leader Wins GOP Governor Primary, While Other Religious Right Candidates Lose Legislative Races

Both a Democratic Socialist and a Republican ministry leader who worked with James Dobson will be on Colorado’s ballot this November. But primary voters rejected candidates affiliated with Ryan Dobson and health-and-wealth preacher Andrew Wommack in last week’s state primaries.

National Republican Congressional Committee

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· Jul 8, 2026

DC Dems are putting their finger on the scale. Will they block the voters or let the rapist play kingmaker?

DC Democrats are icing out Matt Dunlap after trying and failing to stop him from becoming the nominee in ME-02. Now, they’ve successfully knocked off the ballot Nazi-lover and alleged rapist Graham Platner, even though Maine voters already spoke. What will they do next? Will national Democrats once again put their finger on the scale and nominate whoever they want in Platner’s stead, [] The post DC Dems are putting their finger on the scale. Will they block the voters or let the rapist play kingmaker? appeared first on NRCC.

Investing.com

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· Jul 9, 2026

Factbox-Who could replace Maine US Senate candidate Graham Platner?

Factbox-Who could replace Maine US Senate candidate Graham Platner?

State Policy Network

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· Jun 26, 2026

The Top State Policy Initiatives on the 2026 Ballot

Voters across the country won’t just be picking new representatives in 2026. They will also decide major policy questions directly through their ballots. Every state gives voters a say on policy in [] The post The Top State Policy Initiatives on the 2026 Ballot appeared first on State Policy Network.

ProPublica

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· Jul 7, 2026

Ken Paxton Vowed to Crack Down on “Illegal Voting.” He May Have Violated Texas Election Law.

The post Ken Paxton Vowed to Crack Down on “Illegal Voting.” He May Have Violated Texas Election Law. appeared first on ProPublica.

Vanguard News

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· Jul 5, 2026

Don’t commercialise your PVC – Osun APC guber candidate tells electorates

While emphasising the need to make the right choice for the state's progress, he also assured the people that a vote for him will accelerate growth and development within the shortest possible time. The post Don’t commercialise your PVC – Osun APC guber candidate tells electorates appeared first on Vanguard News.

Twitchy

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· Jul 9, 2026

He Hasn't Raped ANYONE ... That We Know Of: Maine Dems REALLY Scraping Bottom of the Barrel With This Guy

He Hasn't Raped ANYONE ... That We Know Of: Maine Dems REALLY Scraping Bottom of the Barrel With This Guy

NPR News

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· Jul 10, 2026

Graham Platner makes it official in Maine, submitting paperwork to leave Senate race

In his withdrawal notice, Platner said people are desperate for change and that's why they made him the Democratic nominee. Now, Maine Democrats have to pick someone to replace him by July 27.

DNyuz

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· Jun 29, 2026

Poll Shows Maine’s Quirky Political Contours

This morning, we have the first New York Times/Siena poll of a Senate race this year and it’s in Maine, where the Democrat Graham Platner narrowly leads the incumbent, Susan Collins, by two percentage points, 49-47, among likely voters. You can read the full story here on the poll, which was done in conjunction with []

Wirepoints

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· Jul 13, 2026

Pritzker for president? Handicapping the Illinois governor’s political future – Chicago Sun-Times

The governor is showing up in presidential polls, and he’s building coalitions with state parties while also strengthening his national name recognition. He has also explored future fundraising paths that don’t include self-funding — if a presidential run is truly in the cards.

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