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Biden Claims School Children Don’t Belong to Parents ‘When They’re in the Classroom’

At the 2022 Teacher of the Year ceremony hosted by the White House on Wednesday, President Biden claimed that school children don't belong to parents "when they're in the classroom."

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Biden's election year challenge: Blame GOP for nation's woes

President Joe Biden has an election year message for frustrated voters: At least he’s trying.

Talk of race, sex in schools divides Americans: AP-NORC poll

Americans are deeply divided over how much children in K-12 schools should be taught about racism and sexuality.

Republican 'unforced errors' threaten path to Senate control

Republican missteps that include intense infighting are threatening the GOP’s path to the Senate majority.

Will Trump’s Obsession with His Big Lie Save Biden and the Democrats?

The past week has highlighted the cancer that is still eating at the G.O.P. and reminded anti-Trump voters why it is so vital for them to get out and exercise their democratic duty.

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Youngkin hustles to push swing state Virginia to the right

Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin has used his first two weeks in office to push Virginia firmly to the right.

Republican Glenn Youngkin sworn in as Virginia 74th governor

Virginia's new governor, Glenn Youngkin, has pledged to restore trust in government and power to the people.

Democratic group launches six-figure ad buy tying Trump and GOP allies to Jan. 6 insurrection

In a pair of ads, a Democratic Super PAC is trying to warn voters that the 2021 insurrection was "just a test run."

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Kansas governor breaks with Biden in appeal to GOP voters

Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly has signaled her efforts to appeal to moderate Republican and GOP-leaning independent voters whose support is necessary for her to win a tough reelection race in Kansas next year.

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State Sen. Jackson drops out of Democratic primary in N.C. Senate race, endorses Beasley

Jackson had been facing long odds against the former state Supreme Court justice in the battle for the Democratic nomination for the seat of retiring Sen. Richard Burr (R).

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Democrats hope threat to abortion rights will rouse voters

Vulnerable Democrats from Nevada to New Hampshire are promising to make abortion a centerpiece of their political strategy heading into the midterm elections.

Conservatives eagerly await Supreme Court abortion arguments

It’s the moment conservatives have been waiting for.

Biden and aides tell allies he is running in 2024 amid growing Democratic fears

The message is aimed in part at tamping down the assumption among many Democrats that Biden may not seek reelection given his age and waning popularity, while also effectively freezing the field for other presidential hopefuls.

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'Circular firing squad': Democratic power players are split on the Virginia blame game and how to prepare for the midterms

Several wealthy donors have signaled they are done fundraising for and contributing to the Democratic National Committee.

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Democrats sell infrastructure bill, push for Biden backup

Congressional Democrats who are facing potentially tough reelection fights next year are crowing about long-neglected public works projects set to spring to life thanks to the new infrastructure package.

The New Jersey Gubernatorial Election Has Taken a Dangerous Turn

The Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli still has yet to concede.

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Democrats decry GOP’s focus on critical race theory as a racist dog whistle. What’s their next move?

Republicans see a template for the midterm election, while Democrats are scrambling to figure out how to counter this tactic.

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Kaine says Democrats "blew the timing" of infrastructure and spending bills

Kaine said Democrats should've passed the two plans in early October.

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Kaine says Democrats "blew the timing" of infrastructure and spending bills

Kaine said Democrats should've passed the two plans in early October.

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Houston Newsmakers: Is last week’s election a forecast of trend to come?

Houston Newsmakers: Is last week’s election a forecast of trend to come?

How Biden Hopes to Save His Party

The Democratic establishment is feeling the heat more than ever.

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Why Was the New Jersey Gubernatorial Race So Close?

A pollster for Governor Phil Murphy explains how Republicans nearly pulled off an upset in the Garden State.

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Virginia Dems concede defeat, say Republicans control House

Democratic leaders in Virginia have conceded that Republicans have won control of the House of Delegates.

In Richmond, Youngkin to face 'the Senate Democratic Alamo'

Republican Glenn Youngkin spent months talking to voters about his plans to roll back Democrats’ “left, liberal, progressive agenda.”

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In Richmond, Youngkin to face 'the Senate Democratic Alamo'

Republican Glenn Youngkin spent months talking to voters about his plans to roll back Democrats’ “left, liberal, progressive agenda.”.

Conservative Pundit Reveals ‘Pretty Darn Simple’ Reason For Glenn Youngkin Victory

CNN's S.E. Cupp explained how Virginia's Democratic gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe "pissed off the wrong voters."

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After Virginia, GOP amplifies debate over race and education

Republicans plan to forcefully oppose race and diversity curricula in public schools as a core piece of their strategy in the 2022 midterm elections.

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Biden and Trump Both Lost This Week

Reading the portents of the off-year elections.

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AOC says Democrats lost in Virginia because they ran a 'super-moderated campaign' that was boring to progressives

The loss in Virginia, where Biden beat Trump by 10 percentage points in 2020, has made Democrats nervous about the 2022 midterms.

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Youngkin, Northam pledge smooth power transition in Virginia

Republican Virginia Gov.-elect Glenn Youngkin and outgoing Democratic Gov. Ralph Northam are pledging a smooth transition of power.

AOC says Dem Election Day losses result of running 'fully 100% super moderated campaign'

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claimed that Terry McAuliffe lost the Virginia gubernatorial election because he ran a “100% super moderated campaign.”

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The real role of education this Election Day

This week's election results show education issues foremost in the minds of many voters, and suggest many parents may be seeking a course correction after 18 months of disruptions.

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How Virginia Democrats Fell Victim to History

And what needs to happen for the president’s party to have any shot at victory in 2022 and 2024

theatlantic.com

All eyes on vulnerable House Democrats after election losses

A resounding loss in Virginia and a too-close-for-comfort victory in New Jersey have Democrats fretting about a blowout in next year's midterm elections.

More issues, less Trump: GOP sees model after Virginia win

Republicans have struggled to deal with Donald Trump since the day he announced his candidacy for president.

Analysis: After tough election, Biden dismisses danger signs

The hazard lights are blinking for President Joe Biden after Democratic setbacks in this week's elections, but the president professes to see no reason for panic.

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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy projected to win reelection after surprisingly tight race

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy won his bid for reelection after an unexpectedly tight contest with Republican Jack Ciattarelli, according to an NBC News projection.

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Key factor in McAuliffe’s loss was President Biden’s low ratings, says Larry Sabato

Political expert Larry Sabato explains why he believes former Gov. Terry McAuliffe lost the race for Virginia governor to Republican Glenn Youngkin.

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Republican Glenn Youngkin Wins Virginia Gubernatorial Race

Youngkin defeated Democrat incumbent Terry McAuliffe to become the state's first Republican to win the statewide office in 12 years.

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Republican Glenn Youngkin Wins Virginia Gubernatorial Race

Youngkin defeated Democrat incumbent Terry McAuliffe to become the state's first Republican to win the statewide office in 12 years.

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Biden says Virginia race wasn't blowback against him

President Joe Biden says the Democrats' setbacks in Tuesday's elections underscore that the party needs to “produce for the American people."

Youngkin's winning formula: Trump voters plus suburbs

When Virginia Republicans nominated Glenn Youngkin as their gubernatorial candidate in May, they wondered whether the former private equity executive could appeal to both diverse, educated voters in the state’s northern suburbs and white voters in its rural GOP strongholds.

Senate Dems push new voting bill, and again hit GOP wall

Senate Democrats forced another test vote on voting rights legislation.

Rattled Democrats reckon with bruising results in VA, NJ

Democrats are blending finger-pointing, optimism and a renewed push to unstick their stalled legislative agenda as they scramble for Election Day lessons from a jolting loss in Virginia and a closer than expected win in New Jersey.

The Virginia Results Aren’t the Victory Trump Thinks They Are

Glenn Youngkin won without going full MAGA—and showed the possibility of a party that isn’t Trump’s any longer.

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RESULTS: Democrats come within striking distance of losing their majority in Virginia House of Delegates

Republicans will control 49 seats to Democrats' 47 seats with four races still too close to call, Insider and Decision Desk HQ project.

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5 takeaways from Republicans' big win in Virginia and the shocker in New Jersey

The first big electoral night of the Biden presidency provided a bad omen for Democrats in 2022, and Republicans may have found a way to campaign in the post-Trump era.

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A bad omen for Democrats and 4 other election night takeaways

The first big electoral night of the Biden presidency provided a bad omen for Democrats in 2022, and Republicans may have found a way to campaign in the post-Trump era.

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EXPLAINER: Why AP called Virginia for Youngkin

Democrats became the dominant political force in Virginia over the past decade, but their grip was weakened in Tuesday's gubernatorial election.

Murphy ekes out win in NJ, GOP's Youngkin upsets in Virginia

Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy of New Jersey narrowly won reelection in his reliably blue state while a Republican political newcomer delivered a stunning upset in the Virginia governor’s race, sending a warning to Democrats that their grip on power in Washington may be in peril.

If Democrats Can Lose in Virginia, They Can Lose Almost Anywhere

Led by a candidate who neither repudiated nor embraced Trump, the GOP is poised for victory.

theatlantic.com

Virginia's governor race remains a toss up with few votes counted

Polls in Virginia closed more than an hour ago, but it is still too early to declare Democrat Terry McAuliffe or Republican Glenn Youngkin the next governor. CBS News' director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has more on the results so far.

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FOLLOW LIVE: Why Virginia Governor’s race could set tone for 2022 in eyes of many political pundits

Election in 2021 might not be getting the fanfare of last year or what 2022 will bring, but there is one important race many political observers are watching that could set a tone for what’s to come in 2022.

Virginia governor’s race between Republican Youngkin and Democrat McAuliffe is too close to call

The Virginia gubernatorial race between Republican Glenn Youngkin and Democrat Terry McAuliffe was too close to call before 8 p.m. ET.

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Republican Glenn Youngkin defeats Democrat Terry McAuliffe in high-stakes Virginia governor's election

Youngkin's victory in blue-trending Virginia is a huge win for the GOP and a dire warning for Democrats ahead of the 2022 midterm elections.

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Live updates: Youngkin fired up voters better, survey shows

Republican Glenn Youngkin mobilized voters concerned about education and race.

AP VoteCast: Youngkin win built by small gains in key groups

Republican Glenn Youngkin mobilized voters with concerns over race and education and made slight gains with suburban voters and other key groups to improve on Donald Trump’s poor showing last year and win election as Virginia governor.

Even in San Francisco, progressives are seeing a backlash

Parents are outraged by the state of public education. Citizens are tired of property crime and theft. Their combined frustration has turned San Francisco into an unlikely sign of where American politics is heading as the congressional midterms near.

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Tonight Is a Test of What Trumpism Could Be Without Trump

If Glenn Youngkin wins, Republicans will have a powerful template for how to run candidates when the former president is not on the ballot.

theatlantic.com

Win or lose, Democrats have a tough road ahead after Virginia's governor’s race

A close win for either Democrat Terry McAuliffe or Republican Glenn Youngkin could signal a rough road ahead for Democrats heading into next year's midterms.

cnbc.com

The Virginia governor race is neck-and-neck, despite years of Democratic control

Tuesday's most-watched race is the governor election in Virginia because of what it bodes for 2022 national politics. Will Democrats hold onto control of the state, or can Republicans pull out a win?

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My heart is for Glenn Youngkin. But my vote is for Terry McAuliffe as Virginia governor.

My head knows that Republicans are a threat to our democracy, but my heart understands that Democrats are making our problems worse.

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Republicans win at least 50 House seats in Virginia

Republicans have won at least 50 seats in the Virginia House, ensuring at least a tie with Democrats who had fought to retain control.

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GOP sweeps statewide races with 2 down-ballot wins

Virginia Republicans have completed a sweep of down-ballot statewide offices with victories for lieutenant governor and attorney general.

Close races for governor unfolding in Virginia, New Jersey

Tight races for governor were unfolding in Virginia and New Jersey late Tuesday with the Democratic candidates narrowly trailing their Republican rivals in states that President Joe Biden easily captured a year ago.

How Virginia’s Governor Race Could Impact 2024

State governors command the National Guard. That means more now than it has in a long time.

theatlantic.com

Early voting hits record high in Virginia ahead of dead-heat governor’s race

Early voting hit a record high in Virginia's dead heat governor's race between former Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin.

cnbc.com

Glenn Youngkin’s Right-Wing Allies Are Ready To Claim Virginia’s Election Was Stolen

Donald Trump and his supporters, including surrogates for Republican Glenn Youngkin’s campaign for governor, have already begun spreading lies about election fraud.

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Frustrated Democratic donors threaten to hold back midterm donations over infighting in Congress, tight Virginia race

Several Democratic donors have warned leaders that they may hold back on donations for next year's midterm elections unless the party can get some big wins.

cnbc.com

Falling in the Polls, McAuliffe Smears Youngkin as Racist Trump Devotee in Closing Argument

McAuliffe has doubled down on tying his opponent to Trump and insisting that Youngkin is relying upon dogwhistles to appeal to a racist electorate.

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Virginia voters head to the polls in governor's race seen as referendum on Biden and Trump

Republican hasn't won statewide office in Virginia since 2009, but polls have indicated a close race for the governor's mansion.

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Virginia voters head to the polls in governor's race seen as referendum on Biden and Trump

Republican hasn't won statewide office in Virginia since 2009, but polls have indicated a close race for the governor's mansion.

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Tussling Dems tumble toward deal on Biden's economic plans

In a single week, fractious congressional Democrats have coalesced significantly around President Joe Biden’s domestic ambitions.

Virginia GOP sees Youngkin as chance to reverse party course

The beaten and battered Republican Party of Virginia hopes it's on the cusp of a comeback with its candidate for governor, Glenn Youngkin.

Tight Virginia race becomes referendum on Biden presidency

A Virginia governor’s race that appears deadlocked between Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin has entered its final hours.

Youngkin, McAuliffe in last-minute scramble to rally voters

Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin raced to fire up their party’s base voters in opposite ends of Virginia on Sunday.

A post-Trump test for Democrats looms in Virginia election

Democrats in Virginia are scrambling to stave off disaster in the state’s closely watched governor’s race.

I ran for office as a Republican in Virginia, but now I'm voting for the Democratic candidate for governor because the GOP has lost its way.

The choice is clear between Democratic Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin. Only one of them thinks our presidential election was valid.

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How 'Let's Go Brandon' became code for insulting Joe Biden

Critics of President Joe Biden have come up with a cryptic new phrase to insult the Democratic president.

New Poll Shows Youngkin, Fellow Republicans Sweeping Virginia

Echelon Insights is out with yet another poll showing Republican Glenn Youngkin ahead of Terry McAuliffe in the hotly contested race for the governor's mansion.

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Democratic women in Virginia frustrated by paid leave flop

Democrats’ decision to drop a proposal for paid family leave from their massive social safety net and climate change package was met with disappointment and irritation by female voters in Virginia.

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Virginia’s governor’s race remains a dead heat in polls, but Democrats lead in early voting

Polls show Terry McAuliffe and Glenn Youngkin remain neck-and-neck ahead of next week's Virginia governor's race, but Democrats lead in early voting.

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Democrat Terry McAuliffe's Virginia campaign accidentally emails Fox News to 'kill' story on hiring an election lawyer

Responding to a request for comment from Fox News, a McAuliffe campaign aide accidentally included the network on a reply asking "Can we kill this?"

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In Virginia, McAuliffe brings big names, Youngkin goes solo

Democrat Terry McAuliffe has brought out the biggest names in Democratic politics as he’s tried to maintain his edge in Virginia’s hotly contested gubernatorial race.

Pence wades into school debate roiling Va governor's race

Former Vice President Mike Pence has hailed activist parents in suburban Washington who are decrying school curriculums as un-American.

Trump plans last minute tele-rally for Virginia's Youngkin

Former President Donald Trump is stepping back into the hotly contested Virginia governor’s race, but from afar.

Why Biden needs a social spending deal win, especially now

All the reasons Biden told Democrats his presidency is on the line this week.

washingtonpost.com

Polls show a tight race in Virginia's gubernatorial election

Voters in Virginia will choose a new governor next Tuesday. Former Gov. Terry McAuliffe, a Democrat, is running for his seat again, while Republican Glenn Youngkin is a first-time candidate.

npr.org

Virginia Election Could Become Glimpse To Future

Democrats have a lot riding on this race. President Biden, who won the commonwealth in 2020 by 10 points, is staring down his lowest approval ratings.

newsy.com

Biden easily won Virginia. Why is McAuliffe struggling?

Democrat Terry McAuliffe walked into the Virginia governor’s race late last year as the overwhelming frontrunner in a state former President Donald Trump had just lost by 10 points.

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Virginia House Democrats aim to protect their majority

Democratic control of Virginia state government over the past two years has allowed lawmakers to dramatically reshape public policy with legislation reforming the criminal justice system, loosening abortion restrictions and expanding voting access.

Biden ties Republican in race for Va. governor to Trump

President Joe Biden is framing the Virginia governor’s race as a repudiation of his predecessor, tying the Republican candidate to former President Donald Trump.

Youngkin's school warnings intensify the GOP's suburban push

Republican Glenn Youngkin is highlighting cases of alleged sex crimes in schools to help repair the GOP's standing in the Virginia suburbs, where educated moms and dads have turned against Donald Trump’s Republican Party.

Biden 'positive' on budget deal; Manchin OK with wealth tax

President Joe Biden says he feels “very positive about reaching a deal on his big domestic policy bill.

Biden, Schumer, Manchin huddle, but still no budget deal

Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin appears to be on board with White House proposals for new taxes on billionaires and certain corporations to help pay for President Joe Biden’s big domestic policy bill.

Obama sharply criticizes Youngkin in Va. governor's race

Former President Barack Obama has offered a sharp rebuke of the Republican candidate for Virginia governor while campaigning for the Democrat in the closely contested race.

Blanding makes her voice heard in Virginia governor's race

A Black activist and educator is making her presence known as a third-party candidate in Virginia governor's race.

Blank slate to best hope: Can Youngkin rescue the Va. GOP?

Skeptical Virginia Republicans have come around to Glenn Youngkin, the party's candidate for governor.

McAuliffe's backslapping political brand put to test in 2021

Terry McAuliffe won Virginia’s 2013 governor’s race by embracing his own brand of personal politics that rely on decades-old friendships, backslapping charisma and tell-it-like-it-is authenticity.

Harris campaigns in Virginia, calls governor's race 'tight'

Vice President Kamala Harris has traveled to the Washington suburbs to campaign for Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe in a Virginia governor’s race that she acknowledges looks closer than once expected.

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