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How Old Is Too Old to Be President? Democrats Still Don’t Want to Say.

At a gathering of Democratic governors, many were reluctant to discuss the issue that sank President Biden’s campaign: age. Others are ready for a Gen X president.

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Author: Katie Glueck,Reid J. Epstein,Nick Corasaniti

The Big Shadow Hanging Over Democrats’ Most Contentious Postelection Fight

It comes down to one man’s legacy.

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Author: Alexander Sammon

Trump’s claim that Dems are ‘fighting’ to keep Electoral College sparks confusion

While many figured that the president-elect was just trolling liberals with his post, some progressives hoped that Republicans would actually believe him and suddenly support getting rid of the Electoral College.

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Author: Justin Baragona

Why Bidenomics let Democrats down despite its focus on helping the US working-class

US President Joe Biden’s policies failed to acknowledge how the economy had changed. It made a fetish of manufacturing in an age of services and let geopolitical rivalry with China shape priorities.

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Author: mint

The use and misuse of the presidential pardon

Both Trump and Biden have abused a power that needs to be reformed

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Author: The editorial board

Opinion | Sherrill’s run for governor: ‘Lead, follow or get out of the way’

Democrat Rep. Mikie Sherrill sets her sights on New Jersey’s top job.

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Author: Jennifer Rubin

Bill Clinton on the Election, D.E.I. and One of His Regrets

The former president spoke with Andrew Ross Sorkin at the DealBook Summit.

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Author: Andrew Ross Sorkin,Ravi Mattu,Bernhard Warner,Sarah Kessler,Michael J. de la Merced,Lauren Hirsch

“People are really angry”: Biden hits low point with House Democrats after Hunter pardon

One House Democrat told Axios: “The feeling is: Why do you have to go out like this?”

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Author: Andrew Solender

On wokeness, patriotism and change, Kamala Harris’s defeat has lessons for Starmer and Claire Ainsley

Two former senior advisers to Labour analyse the clear messages from US voters’ preference for Trump

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Author: Deborah Mattinson,Claire Ainsley

Did Trump Drain Democrats’ Energy? These Races Will Be the First Test.

As Democrats try to fire up their fatigued base, two contests for the Virginia legislature will serve as the first measure of partisan enthusiasm since Donald J. Trump’s victory.

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Author: Reid J. Epstein

Kamala Harris’s fate was sealed before her campaign began – that’s why Labour must act now

The Democrats had lost their connection with core voters – it could happen in the UK unless the government gives a clear message that there will be change

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Author: Deborah Mattinson,Claire Ainsley

Democrats must not abandon the moral high ground

Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter invites comparison to Donald Trump’s most censured actions

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Author: Jemima Kelly

‘When Is It Time To Go?’ A Departing Senator’s Advice for Democrats

California’s outgoing senator, Laphonza Butler, discusses her decision to voluntarily give up power and why politicians need to let go.

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Author: Tessa Stuart

South Korea crisis live: ruling party lawmakers leave chamber ahead of impeachment vote

Chaotic scenes as ruling party lawmakers walk out ahead of motion to impeach Yoon Suk Yeol over failed attempt to impose martial law

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Author: the Guardian

Top Democrat urges closer US-China cooperation on shared challenges

Ranking congressman on House intelligence committee highlights climate change, fentanyl and global health as areas for cooperation.

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Author: South China Morning Post

Harris campaign ends race with $1.8 million – part of a mixed financial picture for Democrats

Vice President Kamala Harris’ defunct presidential campaign had just $1.8 million in its account on November 25, according to the new filings with federal regulators, having virtually emptied its massive war chest of more than $1 billion.

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Author: Fredreka Schouten, David Wright

Harris Staffers Went Rogue to Reach Black and Latino Voters in Philadelphia

Worried that the campaign was neglecting voters of color in Philadelphia and other battleground cities, organizers secretly gathered at a Dunkin’ Donuts and elsewhere to get out the vote.

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Author: Nicholas Nehamas,Maya King,Zolan Kanno-Youngs

Ocasio-Cortez seeks top Democratic position on House Oversight Committee

As the party moves to shake up its leadership in the next congressional term, some Democrats are making efforts to turn over an aging cohort of leaders.

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Author: Justine McDaniel,Azi Paybarah,Paul Kane

AOC Battles Lawmaker Twice Her Age to Lead Dems’ Trump Fightback

The contest is seen as an indicator of whether the Democratic Party is ready for a generational change.

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Author: David Gardner

Just a moment…

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Author: axios.com

Mark Halperin says donors who ignored Biden’s state ‘blame him’ for election loss ‘more than themselves’

Analyst and author Mark Halperin told Fox News’ Jesse Watters that donors are upset with President Biden for recent events, but they are partly to blame themselves.

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Author: Alexander Hall

AOC tells Democratic colleagues she’s running for top job on Oversight Committee

New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s entrance into the Oversight race pits the millennial progressive star against Rep. Gerry Connolly, 74, a senior member of the panel.

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Author: Scott Wong

How Democrat Adam Gray won his race, the last to be called for the U.S. House

Merced Democrat Adam Gray says he’ll focus on Valley representation in Congress – ‘not political parties’ – after defeating incumbent Republican John Duarte.

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Author: Rachel Livinal

Ocasio-Cortez bids to become top Democrat on key House committee

New York congresswoman to take on Gerry Connolly for oversight committee role amid wider tensions within party

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Author: Joseph Gedeon

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