Archiv: US congressional elections 2020


06.03.2020 - 21:17 [ theIntercept.com ]

Nancy Pelosi to Receive First Genuine Left-Wing Challenge in 30 Years

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will face a spirited challenge from activist and attorney Shahid Buttar in the November general election.

Buttar represents a unique, if unlikely challenge to Pelosi, the most powerful elected Democrat in the country and 33-year incumbent for San Francisco’s congressional seat. On Tuesday, Pelosi took 72.5 percent of the vote in California’s 12th Congressional District. Under the state’s unique primary system — where the top-two vote-getters in the primary make it to the general election, even if they belong to the same party — Buttar’s 12.7 percent was enough to get him on the November ballot.

30.01.2020 - 17:42 [ LA Times ]

Sanders’ rise fueling internal fight as some Democrats fear a November wipeout

DES MOINES —

With Sen. Bernie Sanders gaining traction, his rivals for the presidential nomination and other top Democrats have begun aggressive efforts to slow the favorite of the party’s progressive wing, fearing he may become unstoppable and cost Democrats their shot at retaking the White House in November.

There are risks, however. The attacks may backfire by galvanizing Sanders’ fervent supporters, who embrace him precisely because he is an anti-establishment figure.

18.01.2020 - 23:35 [ Ilhan Omar, Abgeordnete im US Repräsentantenhaus / Twitter ]

I am honored to launch my re-election campaign with the support of my predecessor and friend @keithellison, a man who fights for Minnesotans every day. Together, we’re going to keep pursuing a bold progressive vision for the America we deserve.

18.01.2020 - 11:54 [ Ayanna Pressley ]

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14.01.2020 - 08:44 [ Ayanna Pressley, Abgeordnete im US Repräsentantenhaus / Twitter ]

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23.12.2019 - 13:39 [ The Hill / Youtube ]

Saagar Enjeti: Bernie’s betrayal of Cenk Uygur shows weaknesses of the left

(16.12.2019)

Saagar Enjeti argues about the fakeness behind Left Twitter’s outrage over Senator Sanders endorsing Cenk Uygur.

23.12.2019 - 13:03 [ NYT Politics / Twitter ]

Correction: An earlier version of this article referred imprecisely to a remark by Cenk Uygur, a radio host running for Congress. When David Duke appeared on his show and denied being a racist, Mr. Uygur was sarcastic when he replied, „No, of course not.“

(16.12.2019)

23.12.2019 - 13:02 [ Ana Kasparian, Host & Executive Producer @theyoungturks / Twitter ]

The David Duke interview smear against Cenk is so egregious and disgusting that it even makes me question some of the reporting on Trump. That’s how dishonest they’ve been.

(16.12.2019)

23.12.2019 - 13:01 [ Secular Talk ‏/ Twitter ]

This is stunning! @nytimes @JennyMedina claimed @cenkuygur said David Duke is “of course not” a bigot. This is the interview she was citing! They should immediately retract and apologize!

(15.12.2019)

23.12.2019 - 12:16 [ Jennifer Medina / New York Times ]

Bernie Sanders Retracts Endorsement of Cenk Uygur After Criticism

(13.12.2019)

Mr. Sanders had called Mr. Uygur, the founder and co-host of the online talk show “The Young Turks,” “a voice we desperately need in Congress” in a statement on Thursday.

“I know he will serve ordinary people, not powerful special interests,” Mr. Sanders said then.

But by Friday afternoon, he had reconsidered.

“Our movement is bigger than any one person,” he said. “I hear my grass roots supporters who were frustrated and understand their concerns. Cenk today said he is rejecting all endorsements for his campaign, and I retract my endorsement.”

23.12.2019 - 12:10 [ Huffington Post ]

Young Turks‘ Cenk Uygur Running For Katie Hill’s Vacant House Seat

(14.11.2019)

The seat is due to be filled in a special election, a date for which California Gov. Gavin Newson is expected to announce shortly. Given California’s nonpartisan jungle primary system ― in which Republicans, Democrats and independents compete for the top two spots ― Uygur’s candidacy is liable to be a source of anxiety for a Democratic Party establishment eager to hold on to a swing seat the party flipped in 2018.

20.11.2019 - 07:24 [ theHill.com ]

Democrats have 5-point lead in 2020 generic Congressional ballot: poll

Democrats hold a 5-point advantage over Republicans in the generic 2020 congressional ballot, according to a new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll released Tuesday.

Democrats have a 47-40 lead over Republicans among registered voters in Tuesday’s survey, with another 11 percent saying they are unsure which candidate they would back in their district if the 2020 race was held toda

25.10.2019 - 15:35 [ Tulsi Gabbard, candidate for President / Twitter ]

… Join me in ushering in a new Democratic Party that is of, by, and for the people. Together, let’s bring integrity and the spirit of putting service before self to the White House, so that our White House can truly be a beacon of light, hope and opportunity for all Americans.

25.10.2019 - 15:32 [ theHill.com ]

Gabbard won’t seek reelection to Congress, focuses on presidential bid

Presidential hopeful Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) announced early Friday morning that she would not seek reelection to Congress as she continues her bid for the 2020 Democratic nomination.

11.10.2019 - 06:18 [ Ilhan Omar, Abgeordnete des US Repräsentantenhauses / Twitter ]

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16.08.2019 - 16:35 [ IfNotNow ]

Tell the Democrats: Refuse to Travel to Israel Until the Government Allows Rashida and Ilhan In

Tell Democrats in Congress to commit to not traveling to Israel until Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar are allowed to enter by signing on to our petition right now.

Progressive champions like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Progressive Caucus Co-Chair Marc Pocan have already committed to not visiting Israel until all members of congress can visit — we need the rest of the Democrats in Congress to do the same.

13.08.2019 - 16:45 [ Flip The Senate ‏/ Twitter ]

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31.07.2019 - 21:26 [ theHill.com ]

Poll: Democrats lead GOP by 11 points on 2020 generic congressional ballot

The Economist/YouGov survey of registered voters found that 48 percent of respondents said they would vote Democratic next year, 37 percent would vote Republican and 11 percent were not sure.

The 11 point lead is up from an Economist/YouGov poll conducted July 21-23, when Democrats held a 7 point advantage over Republicans.

21.07.2019 - 16:31 [ New York Times ]

House Democrats Prepare for Civil War as Challengers Plot Primary Battles

Almost a year in advance of the June 2020 primary, more than a dozen Democrats in New York have declared their plans to run, forming one of the most contentious congressional fields in the country at this stage. They are targeting some of the country’s longest-serving or most powerful politicians — most as first-time or outsider candidates, and some in the same district.

21.07.2019 - 16:20 [ The Young Turks / Youtube ]

This Candidate Is P*SSED Off And Ready For Change

Aeiramique Glass Blake is running to make a change in Washington. Brooke Thomas and Aeiramique Glass Blake, hosts of The Conversation, break it down.

21.07.2019 - 16:05 [ The Young Turks / Youtube ]

#TYT #TheYoungTurks #TheConversation Progressive Candidate Ready To Reform Democratic Party!

Jose Caballero is tired of the poor leadership from establishment Democrats! Brooke Thomas and Jose Caballero, hosts of The Conversation, break it down.