Politics
Democrats' Outside Contenders and Voting Rights
The Hill reports on Democrats considering an outsider candidate for the Maine Senate race, with Kamala Harris also in focus. The article discusses how weakening the Voting Rights Act could impact US democracy, highlighting the potential consequences of reduced voter power among people of color.
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The Hill
Reducing the power of voters of color hurts Democrats and helps Republicans.
2026-05-05 13:30 UTC
The Hill
Democrats are having an outsider moment with Graham Platner, who is set to be the party's candidate for the Maine Senate battle and has sparked questions about whether a similar kind of contender could be the Democratic presidential nominee in 2028. Plus: former Vice President Kamala Harris, the Cal
2026-05-05 13:36 UTC