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Midterm Election Dynamics in the U.S.
Democrats are strategizing to capitalize on independent candidates in competitive states like Nebraska and Montana. Meanwhile, Republicans are focusing on defense in conservative Arkansas amid a challenging political environment.
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NPR
As they look to win the Senate, Democrats are hoping that independent candidates in Nebraska and Montana can help them topple Republicans in a part of the country where their own brand is hurting.
2026-10-25 09:00 UTC
NPR
The U.S. has no national law for paid parental leave. But in states that do, more dads are using the benefit, sometimes more than moms. The change comes as Americans say having kids is unaffordable.
2026-10-25 09:00 UTC
NPR
In a sign of the potentially dire midterm political environment, Republicans have spent millions of dollars playing defense in Arkansas, one of the most conservative states in the country.
2026-10-25 09:00 UTC