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AP review finds slurs and Nazi talk in Nevada GOP candidate forum
Martin O'Donnell
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AP found racial slurs and Nazi talk across thousands of 2022-2026 posts in GOP candidate Marty O'Donnell's Marty Army forum; his campaign says nearly 200 users were banned.
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Priya Raman
Candidates must actively police their own supporter forums or risk enabling extremists.
Wes Moore and Dan Cox debate issues in Maryland governor race
Politics
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Maryland’s 2026 election coverage includes candidate statements from Anne Arundel County Council District 2 candidate Catelyn Middlebrooks and state Senate District 31 candidate Brent Mulrooney. A statewide gubernatorial debate featured Democrat Wes Moore and Republican Dan Cox answering questions on issues facing Marylanders.
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Iowa Governor Candidate’s Brother-in-Law Dies in Crash
Politics
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Walter Lauridsen, 42, brother-in-law of Iowa Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand, was killed Thursday night on Highway 34 in Lucas County. State Patrol officials said an eastbound SUV moved into the westbound lane to pass Lauridsen’s parked vehicle and struck him after he entered the roadway.
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James Talarico Raises More In Third Quarter Than Any Senate Candidate In History
Daily Caller News Foundation
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Democratic Texas Senate nominee James Talarico raised $64 million in the third quarter, the largest third-quarter haul of any Senate candidate in history
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At Least 7 Dead, Dozens Injured After Explosion Reported At Canadian Military Base
Paris Apodaca · 7 min · 1h
Central Florida Candidates Split on Property Tax Amendment
Third Amendment to the United States Constitution
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Candidates in Manatee County-area legislative races are divided over Amendment 3: opponents warn it could restrict local funding, threaten amenities and weaken home rule, while supporters say it offers homeowners tax relief and local governments can adjust spending without cutting essential services. They also discussed protecting waterways and managing development, with several emphasizing local control and environmental safeguards.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Shapiro launches federal PAC amid 2028 speculation
Josh Shapiro
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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has launched New Path PAC to raise and contribute money to Democratic congressional candidates in key Pennsylvania swing districts, a move campaign aides say will help efforts to flip the House. The federal PAC also fuels speculation about a 2028 presidential bid, though Shapiro has said his focus is reelection.
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Candidates Outline Priorities Across Connecticut, North Carolina Races
Politics
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Candidates in several 2026 state and congressional races outlined their backgrounds and priorities: Julie Kerton highlighted her community and nonprofit work, while Jamie Ager emphasized western North Carolina’s Helene recovery and lowering costs. Other candidates focused on rebuilding after Helene, affordability and public services; Connecticut Sen. Christine Cohen cited her record and priorities, and North Carolina Senate hopeful Melissa Zehner backed education funding, lower living costs and coastal resilience, while opponent Jerry Tillett had not responded to the questionnaire.
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NJ Senate Candidate Known as Spartacus Stumbles in Debate
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MN Senate Candidate Reveals Her Elizabeth Warren Name - 'Lie-A-Watha' Was Taken
2 sources
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Priya Raman
It's disappointing to see another candidate playing games with ethnic heritage claims like Warren did.
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Worthiness comes first — then you can actually live
Stop performing enoughness and start practicing it imperfectly on purpose.
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Candidate Debates and Forums Planned Across States
Darline Graham
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Candidates in several races are meeting voters through public forums and debates ahead of the elections, with events planned in Wisconsin and Massachusetts and debates covering Arkansas congressional races and South Carolina’s Senate contest. South Carolina candidates clashed over national issues, including the economy, Iran and social media’s effects on young people.
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2026 Is The Gasoline Price Election, Not The Data Center Election
Daily Caller News Foundation
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In mid-September, former president Barack Obama urged Democrat party candidates to seize on the issues surrounding data centers as the centerpiece of their campaigns, raising expec… — by Daily Caller News Foundation
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Support Trump vs Support Democrats
Yourlist
— VS Battle
Every executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.
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Trump Says Talarico Will End Oil Drilling. Here’s What His Bill Actually Did
Daily Caller News Foundation
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President Donald Trump claimed early Friday that Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico would end oil drilling in Texas.
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Independents Challenge Major Parties in 2026 Races
Politics
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Independent candidates in New Hampshire, Oregon and three Great Plains states are challenging major-party contenders, emphasizing voter choice and independence from party control. Oregon candidate Clay Bearnson is calling for campaign-finance reform and broader election access, while the Republican Senate committee disputes the Great Plains candidates’ claims that they would remain unaffiliated in the Senate.
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Talarico launches 20-city Texas tour ahead of Senate election
Ken Paxton
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Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico will visit El Paso on Oct. 26 as part of a 20-city statewide tour ahead of the Nov. 3 election against Republican Ken Paxton. The rally’s location has not been announced; Talarico says the tour aims to unite working people and encourage turnout.
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EXCLUSIVE: The Iran War Is Going To Go Ballistic After Midterms
Francis Kapper · 8 min · 2h
Sullivan, Peltola clash in Alaska Senate debate
Dan Sullivan
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Alaska Senate candidates Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola clashed in a tense debate over the Iran war, rising costs and energy policy, while trading accusations and personal criticisms. Sullivan argued that expanding Alaska energy production would ease costs, while Peltola said the war was worsening expenses and causing military deaths.
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Chris Dalton
Both candidates spent too much time trading barbs instead of laying out clear plans for the state.
How charismatic are you, really?
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Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.
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Toss-Up Pennsylvania Race Spotlights Campaign Finance
Rob Bresnahan
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In a competitive Pennsylvania 8th District race that could affect control of the House, Democrat Paige Cognetti makes campaign finance reform a priority, while Republican incumbent Rob Bresnahan has not publicly stated his position. Both candidates support banning congressional stock trading and imposing term limits.
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Outgoing WNBA commissioner warns successor needs thick skin
Cathy Engelbert
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As she prepares to step down at the end of the year, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert says a search firm is vetting candidates for her successor and that interest in the job is strong. She says the next commissioner will need thick skin, confidence in the league’s continued growth and strong relationships with players, owners and other stakeholders amid the WNBA’s rapid expansion and ongoing controversies.
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Trump vows $5,000 payments to adults at Kentucky rally
Donald John Trump
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President Donald Trump used a Kentucky rally to promote Republican candidates ahead of the midterms and tout his influence, even as voter frustration over his policies and concerns about his impact on the party persist. He is also scheduled to hold a rally in Michigan on Oct. 25, days before the election.
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Texas Gov. Abbott Skips Hinojosa Debate
Greg Abbott
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Democratic Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa staged an event outside the Governor’s Mansion after Republican Gov. Greg Abbott declined debate invitations, criticizing his record and answering questions before supporters. Abbott, campaigning elsewhere, said he preferred meeting voters in communities, while polling suggests a closely contested race.
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Optimism is a teachable habit of explaining setbacks
Pessimistic explanations—not fixed personality—drive who gives up, gets depressed, and quits after failure.
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Texas 23rd District Candidates Clash in Debate
Tony Gonzales
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Republican Brandon Herrera and Democrat Katy Padilla Stout clashed in a heated debate for Texas’ 23rd Congressional District over border security, guns, health care and affordability, with Padilla Stout attacking Herrera’s past online remarks and conduct related to Uvalde. The candidates also presented contrasting economic and health care priorities as they compete for the seat vacated by Tony Gonzales.
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Ohio Senate Candidate Brown Would Oppose Trump Impeachment
Sherrod Brown
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Ohio Senate candidate Sherrod Brown says he would oppose impeaching current President Donald Trump again, despite having voted to convict him twice during Trump’s first term. His stance contrasts with Democratic leaders’ refusal to rule out impeachment if their party wins control of the House in the midterms.
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Former Ohio Candidate Pleads Guilty in $460K Fraud
Finance
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Youngstown businessman Brandon Kovach pleaded guilty to five felony charges for misusing $460,000 in investor funds for personal expenses. He must deposit $8,000 toward restitution, with sentencing scheduled for April 2027.
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California launches $10,000 student-teacher stipends
Politics
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California’s Student Teacher Stipend Program offers eligible candidates a $10,000 payment to ease the financial burden of required, typically unpaid classroom training and help address teacher shortages. An additional $5,000 is planned for candidates in high-need fields such as math, science and special education starting in the 2027–28 school year.
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Jesse Watters Questions Gen Z Support for Left-Wing Candidates
Jesse Watters
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Fox News host Jesse Watters on Thursday lambasted members of Gen Z who supported left-wing Democrats, questioning if they did so out of “laziness.”
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Pope Leo XIV Discharged From Hospital After Surgery, Lung Cancer Diagnosis
Spencer Lombardo · 3 min · 15h
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