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Leaders of the movement that protested Biden on Israel express some hope in Kamala Harris
Opposing President Biden’s policy toward Israel’s war in Gaza, hundreds of thousands of voters cast “uncommitted” ballots in Democratic presidential primaries this year.
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Trump reportedly used a sexist slur against Harris in private conversations
The New York Times cited two people who, on different occasions, heard Donald Trump call Kamala Harris a “b——.” His campaign denies it.
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Early Harris-Walz rallies feature big crowds, talk of ‘joy’ and unsolicited GOP counterprogramming
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz barnstormed through five battleground states this past week, including Pennsylvania, after Harris picked the Minnesota governor for the ticket.
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Vance accused Walz of ‘stolen valor.’ What to know about Walz’s military record
Though both are vets, JD Vance has taken digs at Tim Walz's service, accusing the Minnesota governor of one of the most grievous charges possible in military circles.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., third-party candidates face ballot challenges in Pennsylvania
Petitions argue that Kennedy, his running mate, and at least nine third-party candidates should not appear on Pa.'s Nov. 5 general election ballot.
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Wilmington mayoral candidates lay out views in issues forum
The Wilmington mayoral candidate forum with Gov. Carney and Treasurer Velda Jones-Potter focused on issues like education, crime and jobs.
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Newly released video shows chaos and confusion after Trump assassination attempt
Footage obtained by NPR shows an officer's point of view as he runs toward the building in Butler, Pennsylvania, where the gunman had taken position on the roof.
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Trump recommits to a Sept. 10 debate and lashes out at Harris at news conference
As he addressed reporters at his Palm Beach, Florida, estate, ABC announced that Trump and Harris have agreed to a Sept. 10 presidential debate. Trump had recently backed out.
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Elections 101: Department of State guidance was a 2020 lightning rod. This is how it works
As we approach what’s expected to be another contentious presidential election, here’s what you need to know about directives and guidance.
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Here’s what Tim Walz did on climate change as Minnesota governor
Climate change advocates heaped praise on Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
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Why Republicans are calling Walz ‘Tampon Tim’ — and why Democrats embrace it
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed a law last year requiring public schools to provide period products "to all menstruating students" in grades 4-12.
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Project 2025’s new leader Kevin Roberts postpones his own book launch until after the election
The head of the far-right Heritage Foundation is postponing the release of his new book until after the presidential election. Sen. JD Vance wrote the forward for the book.
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‘Midwestern Nice’ and ‘Fun Dad’ posts abound after Tim Walz is named VP pick
Walz's Midwestern-dad humor has endeared Harris supporters to the Minnesota governor and father of two, whose national visibility has been on the rise since being selected.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. can appear on New Jersey’s ballot, state’s top elections official says
New Jersey, like a number of other states, has a sore loser law that bars candidates who ran in a primary from running as independents in a general election.
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Harris’ views on key issues over the years
In her campaign against former President Trump, VP Harris is touting her accomplishments, while also charting her own path forward.
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