The Democratic Primary Field Is Not as Wide Open as It Seems
By looking at which campaigns experienced staffers choose to work for, one can see which candidates the party is seriously signaling as potential nominees.
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The Last Democratic Debate Had No Climate Change Questions. This Year That Will Change.
The Democratic Party refused to host a single issue climate debate, but as 20 presidential candidates square off in Miami this week, the topic is expected to be discussed.
There’s No Good Way to Determine Electability Other Than Holding Elections
It's important to not nominate a sure loser, but, historically, "electability" arguments have been used to discourage women and minorities from running.
How the Hillary/Bernie Democrat Divide Played Out in State Elections Beyond 2016
Data since the 2016 election shows Democrats are still divided.
No, Democrats Do Not Need to Nominate a White Man in Order to Defeat Trump
It's the conditions of the economy, the popularity of the incumbent party, and the state of foreign relations that really affect a presidential nominee's chances—not their race or gender.
The Democrats’ Innovative Primary Format Relies Largely on Chance
The Democrats' new randomized debate plan is a gold mine for campaign researchers.
What Effects Will California’s Earlier Primary Have on the 2020 Presidential Election?
California will now be using early voting, which means Democrats in the state will be able to participate in the presidential nomination process around the same time as Iowa caucus-goers.
Only One State Legislature Is Now Under Split Party Control
Here's what that means for policymaking in the U.S.
Kate Brown’s Advice for Female Politicians: ‘Fight Like Hell’
The embattled Oregon governor talks to Pacific Standard about offshore oil, sexism in politics, and her neck-and-neck race against political newcomer Knute Buehler.
Who Would Win a Battle Between a Liberal Congress and a Conservative Supreme Court?
Research suggests threats from Capitol Hill can make key justices skittish about overturning popular legislation.