Campaign Chronicle

On this day, September 26th, in 1960, the course of American politics was forever altered. Millions of Americans tuned in to witness the first-ever televised presidential debate between Vice President Richard Nixon and Senator John F. Kennedy. While political debates were not new to American democracy, this one marked a pivotal moment, not just for the 1960 election, but for how presidential campaigns would be conducted in the decades to come.
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While McConnell’s long shadow looms over this contest, the decision will also hinge on the party’s future in a post-Trump era, especially if Donald Trump reclaims the presidency in 2024.
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While the office of the vice president has often been regarded as inconsequential, the debate offers an opportunity to showcase policy depth, composure under pressure, and a broader vision for governance.
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On September 25, 1981, Sandra Day O’Connor stood on the steps of the United States Supreme Court and took an oath that would forever change the composition and trajectory of the nation’s highest judicial body. She was sworn in as the first woman to serve as a Supreme Court Justice, a monumental moment not only in the history of the Court but in the broader narrative of American progress toward gender equality. Her nomination by President Ronald Reagan fulfilled a campaign promise to place a woman on the Court, yet it was her jurisprudence and legacy, rather than the symbolism of her gender alone, that would leave a profound imprint on American law.
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What makes this situation more insidious is that Iran has apparently learned to weaponize America's internal divisions.
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If Donald Trump is elected president in 2024, the forecasted divided Congress would be a particularly thorny challenge.
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Nebraska’s unique system, which grants its electoral votes based on both congressional district outcomes and the state’s overall vote, is a microcosm of the tension between local autonomy and national ambition.
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Yellen, to her credit, is correct in asserting that economic policy does not occur in a vacuum.
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Cruz is no stranger to tough campaigns. His 2018 Senate race against Beto O’Rourke was a near-death political experience, with Cruz narrowly escaping with 50.9% of the vote.
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On September 20, 2001, President George W. Bush stood before a joint session of Congress and delivered a speech that would define the trajectory of U.S. foreign and domestic policy for decades. In the wake of the devastating attacks of September 11, Bush declared a "War on Terror," signaling the United States' resolve to combat global terrorism at all costs.
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In an event ostensibly focused on combating antisemitism, Trump took the opportunity to lash out at Jewish Americans, accusing those who don’t vote for him of effectively supporting the "enemy."
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On this day, September 19th, 1796, George Washington’s Farewell Address was published, marking one of the most significant moments in American history. After serving two terms as the nation’s first president, Washington voluntarily relinquished power, a move unprecedented at the time and one that solidified his legacy as a leader of unmatched integrity. His Farewell Address was not just a goodbye but a carefully crafted message meant to guide the fledgling nation as it navigated its uncertain future. Washington’s address offered wisdom on several key issues, from the dangers of political parties to the importance of national unity and neutrality in foreign affairs. Today, more than two centuries later, his words still resonate—though in many ways, they seem like a distant echo in the face of America’s current political reality.
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The rise of MAGA within labor circles is no accident. It is a reflection of a broader societal shift, where many voters, particularly those without college degrees, feel left behind by a globalized economy and a cultural order dominated by educated, metropolitan elites.
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Let’s not mince words. History shows that when a government shutdown occurs, the party controlling the House pays the political price. The GOP, already teetering with a slim majority, now faces the very real prospect of a partial government.
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