Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party & Voting
political party in Minnesota, United States
The ‘Squad’s’ Summer Lee beats back primary challenge : Although it was not the only factor in the race, the Israel-Hamas war undoubtedly hovered over the ...
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Quick Glance: Summer Lee Secures Key Victory in Pennsylvania Primary
- Pennsylvania congresswoman Summer Lee successfully navigated a primary challenge on Tuesday, securing progressives one of their most crucial wins of this election cycle while preparing for an influx of pro-Israel funding targeting candidates supportive of a ceasefire.
- During the primaries, Lee emerged victorious against local council member Bhavini Patel, who had raised concerns about the stance of the progressive “Squad” member on the Gaza ceasefire.
- The resonance of this argument was evident among many of Lee’s supporters and local Democratic figures. The Allegheny County Democratic party formally endorsed Lee in February, marking their support for her for the first time after having backed her opponent in the 2022 primaries.
- Despite the pro-Israel lobby staying out of the picture, a Super Pac intervened in Lee’s primary to bolster Patel’s campaign. The Moderate Pac, with a mission to back centrist Democrats and significant funding from Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, allocated over $600,000 to support Patel.
Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis: 538 analysts live-blog the April 23 Pennsylvania primaries, which will set up general elections for ...
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GOP lawmaker: You can’t call ‘for the eradication of Jews and think everything is going to be just okay’
thehill.com/homenews/house/4613351-gop-lawmaker-you-cant-call-for-the-eradication-of-jews-and-think-everything-is-going-to-be-just-okay/
These are the 14 lawmakers who voted against condemning Iran’s attack on Israel: An overwhelming majority of the House voted Thursday on a resolution to condemn ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4603884-these-are-the-14-lawmakers-who-voted-against-condemning-irans-attack-on-israel/
Progressives seek to neutralize AIPAC’s spending threats: The group’s promised flood of cash hasn’t yet arrived, but progressives are trying to defend against — ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/17/democrats-aipac-election-spending-00152616
Inside Congress Live, Apr 09, 2024 - Live Updates - POLITICO: Live updates and analysis from POLITICO’s Congress team
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Klobuchar says Alabama election bolsters Biden’s Southern push: Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) said the special election victory in Alabama, where a Democratic ...
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Not even AOC is calling for Sonia Sotomayor to retire: Progressive House Democrats are dismissing calls for the 69-year-old justice's retirement ...
businessinsider.com/sonia-sotomayor-retirement-supreme-court-progressives-health-ginsburg-2024-4
Omar says Israel policy divisions won’t stop her from supporting Biden in November
thehill.com/homenews/house/4529668-omar-biden-israel-policy-divisions/
Discussions begin in some states about how to select 'uncommitted' delegates: Michigan, Missouri and Washington are starting the process, groups said.
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HAPPENING NOW: The Defense Department holds a briefing from the Pentagon. abcn.ws/2J0gebC
Quick Glance: Biden Acknowledges Laken Riley by Marjorie Taylor Greene's Request
- President Biden mentioned 'Laken Riley' under Republican pressure.
- However, mispronunciation led to dissatisfaction and criticism.
- Riley's death used by Republicans as critique of Biden's border policies.
- Biden urged for stronger border security and updated immigration laws.
Progressive "Squad" members want much more from Biden on Gaza: Rep. Cori Bush declined to say if she plans to vote for Biden in her state's March 23 ...
axios.com/2024/03/07/progressives-squad-biden-israel-gaza
Sizeable ‘uncommitted’ vote in Michigan ignites debate among Democrats: Some warn that the “uncommitted” showing in Tuesday’s primary is big warning sign ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/02/28/uncommitted-vote-michigan-ignites-democratic-debate/
AIPAC's Dark Money Arm Unleashes $100 Million Blitz on Progressives: "AIPAC and their Republican mega-donors are targeting Black and brown Democratic ...
commondreams.org/news/aipac-2024
Super Tuesday Highlights Biden’s Gaza Problem: Democratic voters showed up in significant numbers to protest Biden at the ballot box in Tuesday’s primaries
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/super-tuesday-biden-israel-gaza-uncommitted-1234981965/
How Gaza activists in Minnesota are continuing the wave of ‘uncommitted’ votes: ‘no more empty claims’
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/04/minnesota-uncommitted-protest-vote-biden-israel-gaza-ceasefire
Several US Congress lawmakers have shown concern regarding the general elections in Pakistan. Many demanded a full investigation of "election ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/elections-2024 #DawnToday #PKElections2024 #Pakistan
Foreign aid bill resurfaces House Democrats' Israel tensions: "You really need to be doing the math for both chambers while you're negotiating a package ...
axios.com/2024/02/15/foreign-aid-house-democrats-progressives-tensions
McGovern slams Greene for going after Mayorkas, Omar: ‘The clowns are running the circus’
thehill.com/homenews/house/4449661-mcgovern-slams-greene-for-going-after-mayorkas-omar-the-clowns-are-running-the-circus/
Greene seizes on a dubious social media attack to call for Omar’s deportation: The Georgia representative picked up an apparently incorrect social media meme to ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/02/01/omar-greene-somalia-censure-deportation/
Quick Glance: Greene Calls for Vote on Omar Censure
- Rep. Greene calls for a vote to censure Rep. Omar over contentious remarks about Somalia and Somaliland.
- She initiated a privileged resolution, forcing a vote within two legislative days.
- Greene informed leadership but received no indication of their response.
- Greene’s resolution would remove Omar from two committees, in addition to the formal censure.
Group encourages Minnesota Democrats to vote 'anything but Biden' on Super Tuesday
startribune.com/group-encourages-minnesota-democrats-to-vote-anything-but-biden-on-super-tuesday/600346263/
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Will Uber and Lyft leave Minneapolis? Here's a guide.: The Minneapolis City Council will vote Thursday on overriding Mayor Jacob Frey’s veto of a rideshare pay ...
startribune.com/will-uber-and-lyft-really-leave-minneapolis-maybe-heres-how-it-could-play-out/600350988/
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Uber and Lyft's Potential Departure from Minneapolis Over Driver Earnings
- The conversation around ride-hailing driver pay has been intensifying in Minneapolis over the past year.
- The Minneapolis City Council passed an ordinance requiring ride-hailing companies to pay drivers $1.40 per mile and $0.51 per minute.
- Uber and Lyft have threatened to shut down operations in Minneapolis if the ordinance takes effect.
- The debate over minimum pay for ride-hailing drivers has been escalating in Minneapolis, with differing perspectives between companies and drivers.
Robbins: Hard left Democrats may find numbers thinning: The Squad members have prided themselves on not being shrinking violets. For a few of them, however ...
bostonherald.com/2024/02/05/robbins-hard-left-democrats-may-find-numbers-thinning/
HAPPENING NOW: Pres. Biden delivers remarks on investing in infrastructure. abcnews.go.com/Politics/wireStory/biden-revisits-decaying-wisconsin-bridge-announce-5b-infrastructure-106668643
Quick Glance: Biden Announces $5B for Deteriorating Wisconsin Bridge
- President Biden announces nearly $5 billion for upgrading deteriorating bridges and other infrastructure projects nationwide.
- Federal funding will upgrade the John A. Blatnik Memorial Bridge in Wisconsin to expedite freight traffic and support local businesses.
- Biden intensifies focus on Wisconsin as a crucial swing state, emphasizing the need to reward voters for his policy achievements in office.
- Wisconsin remains a closely divided state, and Biden is banking on his political presence to influence the tight election decision.
Why New Hampshire matters to Dean Phillips' campaign: The Minnesota Democrat says securing more than 20% of the vote will be a victory.
axios.com/local/twin-cities/2024/01/23/new-hampshire-primary-dean-phillips-campaign
Quick Glance: Biden's Unlikely Write-In Victory Quest in New Hampshire
- President Biden's name won't be on the ballot in the New Hampshire primary.
- His campaign has been inactive in the state, and the DNC has labeled the upcoming vote as "meaningless" in the nomination process.
- Over a dozen other candidates, including long-shot challengers like Marianne Williamson and Rep. Dean Phillips (Minn.), will be on the Democratic ballot.
- A loss or close finish in New Hampshire will likely spark discussions about Democrats' dissatisfaction with Biden as their presumed nominee.
Minnesota Representative Praises New Bridge — Paid For By Infrastructure Bill He Opposed
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Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar raises $1.6 million in Q4: Omar is facing several primary challengers again this year, including a rematch from Don Samuels.
axios.com/local/twin-cities/2024/01/11/minnesota-rep-ilhan-omar-record-fundraising
Sen. Amy Klobuchar heads into her 2024 re-election bid without a major GOP challenger
startribune.com/klobuchar-heads-into-her-2024-re-election-bid-without-a-major-gop-challenger/600334450/
Squad member Summer Lee gets Democratic leadership backing in Israel-fueled primary
axios.com/2024/01/17/squad-member-gets-democratic-leadership-backing
Boebert switches congressional districts to more conservative seat, avoiding tough rematch with Democrat
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Quick Glance: Lauren Boebert to Change Districts for 2024 Reelection
- Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert announced she will switch districts for her reelection next year after narrowly winning in 2022.
- Boebert, known for advocating gun owner rights, revealed in a video that she will run in Colorado's 4th Congressional District instead of the 3rd.
- The 4th District is currently held by retiring Republican Rep. Ken Buck and leans more Republican than Boebert's current district.
- Boebert expressed her commitment to represent the 3rd District well and earn the trust of conservative voters in the 4th District for the 2025 term.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey vetoes Minneapolis City County's Israel-Hamas resolution
startribune.com/frey-vetoes-minneapolis-city-councils-israel-hamas-ceasefire-resolution/600339977/
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How Rep. Lauren Boebert’s new district stacks up against her old one, in 4 charts
cnn.com/2024/01/03/us/lauren-boebert-colorado-congressional-districts-dg/
US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has said that there cannot be free and fair elections in Pakistan when “one of the opposition parties has been criminalised” ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/elections-2024 #DawnToday #IlhanOmar #Elections2024
New Minnesota state flag? Crow Wing County Board would rather keep the old flag flying
startribune.com/new-minnesota-state-flag-crow-wing-county-board-would-rather-keep-the-old-flag-flying/600331160/
Tim Walz Is the Dems’ Anti-DeSantis and He Has a Plan for 2024: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is concocting the strategy for Democrats on how to take back as many ...
thedailybeast.com/tim-walz-is-the-dems-anti-desantis-and-he-has-a-plan-for-2024
Divided Minneapolis City Council rebuffs Frey appeal, approves ceasefire resolution
startribune.com/divided-minneapolis-city-council-rebuffs-frey-appeal-approves-ceasefire-resolution/600338542/
Paid articlePaid Dean Phillips says his presidential campaign will last through next summer, regardless of results
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13 Dems Oppose Resolution Conflating Anti-Zionism and Antisemitism: "This extreme and cynical Republican resolution does nothing to combat antisemitism ...
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Democrats are badly divided on Israel, and GOP isn’t making it easier: House Democrats are scrambling to overcome the deep divisions on Israel policy that have ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4355912-israel-palestine-democratic-divisions/
Ilhan Omar’s Democratic Challenger Don Samuels Says She’s ‘Not Cute’ Enough to Hold Office
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Meet Elliott Payne, the new Minneapolis City Council president: A self-described "nerdy engineer" and the first Black man to hold the post ...
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FBI investigates Minneapolis DFL endorsement process: Two people interviewed by the FBI said bureau personnel asked about irregularities in last year's City ...
startribune.com/fbi-looking-into-minneapolis-dfl-endorsement-process-city-council-races/600334597/
With their relevance on the line, can Minnesota Republicans stop fighting each other?
startribune.com/with-their-relevance-on-the-line-can-minnesota-republicans-stop-fighting-each-other/600333484/
Rep. Jamaal Bowman gets Democratic primary challenger: Bowman is one of several "Squad" members facing a primary fight over their criticism of Israel.
axios.com/2023/12/04/rep-jamaal-bowman-gets-democratic-primary-challenger
Rep. Dean Phillips, a Democrat running for president, says he won't run for re-election to Congress
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Quick Glance: Dean Phillips Opts Out of Congressional Reelection in 2024: 'Time for a New Generation'
- Democrat Dean Phillips is challenging President Joe Biden in the 2024 primary and is heeding his own advice to pass the torch.
- The 54-year-old Phillips will not seek reelection to the U.S. House and is opening up his congressional seat.
- Phillips is urging Biden to also forgo seeking reelection as both parties vie for control of Congress.
- As one of about a dozen lawmakers not seeking reelection next year, Phillips becomes part of the contest for congressional control.
Citing War Crimes, Omar Moves to Block US Weapons to Israel: "We must not allow weapons sales that will be used to directly violate U.S ...
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Ilhan Omar headed for primary rematch after narrow 2022 victory: Former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels announced Sunday that he would launch a ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4306911-ilhan-omar-primary-rematch-don-samuels/
Over 20 Democrats join Republicans in House censure vote of Rashida Tlaib over Israel-Hamas war comments
pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-house-democrats-hold-news-briefing-after-censure-of-rep-tlaib-over-comments-on-israel
Quick Glance: Rashida Tlaib Censured for Israel Remarks
- The sole Palestinian-American politician in the US Congress was censured for her comments about Israel.
- The House of Representatives voted 234 to 188 in favor of censuring Rashida Tlaib.
- Rashida Tlaib, a Democrat from Michigan, was accused of promoting 'false narratives' about Hamas's attack on Israel.
- Republicans and 22 Democrats voted for the censure of Ms. Tlaib.
The Squad Is About to Fight for Its Political Life: One of the biggest Israel lobbies is waging a bitter battle to defeat progressives in 2024.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2023/11/squad-primary-battle-israel-gaza-pacs.html
Democratic representative Ilhan Omar criticised a vote passed in the House of Representatives on Tuesday to censure Democratic representative Rachida Tlaib ... Show more
US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar introduces a resolution to block $320 million worth of weapons transfers to Israel. LIVE updates: aje.io/kastu7
Democrats’ emotional divisions on Israel burst into public view: The raw emotions over Israel’s conduct are dividing the Democratic Party more than any other ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/11/04/democrat-divides-israel-gaza/
Minneapolis City Council rejects police incentives package: The 8-5 vote was a defeat for Mayor Jacob Frey and Police Chief Brian O'Hara ...
startribune.com/minneapolis-city-council-rejects-police-incentives-package-pay-staffing-frey-ohara/600320715/
House considers censures against Rashida Tlaib and Marjorie Taylor Greene over inflammatory rhetoric
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Quick Glance: Greene criticizes Republicans who thwarted Tlaib censure
- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) criticized on Thursday the group of Republicans who thwarted a resolution to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.).
- Greene argued that they 'hide behind excuses'.
- The list of 23 Republicans who voted against the resolution was included in Greene's post.
- Greene attempted last week to force a vote on the censure resolution in connection with Tlaib's criticism of Israel following Hamas's attacks on the country last month.
‘Squad’ members face Democratic primary challenges over Israel stances: St. Louis County prosecutor Wesley Bell, a Democrat, dropped his bid against a GOP ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/11/01/house-liberals-primary-challenge-israel/
Exclusive: Rep. Ilhan Omar To Introduce First Bill To Block U.S. Weapons For Israel Since Gaza War Began
huffpost.com/entry/ilhan-omar-gaza-israel-bombs_n_6552965de4b0c9f2466152dd
Rep. Jamaal Bowman draws primary challenge from George Latimer: Westchester County Executive George Latimer launched a Democratic primary challenge to Rep ...
nydailynews.com/2023/12/06/george-latimer-jamaal-bowman-democratic-primary-congress/
What to know about Democratic presidential candidate Dean Phillips: Phillips announced his long shot challenge to President Biden on Friday.
axios.com/2023/10/27/democrat-dean-phillips-election-campaign-biden-2024
Quick Glance: Dean Phillips Challenges Biden in Primary
- Dean Phillips announces candidacy for Democratic presidential nomination.
- Phillips attempted to contact Biden in August, but the president was unavailable, according to a source.
- Biden will not file for New Hampshire Democratic Primary due to non-compliance with revised party's nominating calendar.
- Democrats to launch a write-in campaign for the president.
HAPPENING NOW: Pres. Biden welcomes Australian PM Anthony Albanese at the White House. trib.al/eRlwbHD
Rep. Ilhan Omar splits with colleagues on Israel resolution: The Minnesota Democrat was among a handful of House members in opposition to a resolution of support ...
startribune.com/rep-ilhan-omar-splits-with-colleagues-on-israel-resolution/600314794/
Klobuchar, Morelle press Bezos on plans to prevent election misinformation on Alexa
thehill.com/policy/technology/4266707-klobuchar-morelle-bezos-election-misinformation-alexa/
2023 Minneapolis City Council election results: What do they mean?: Progressives took control of the Minneapolis City Council. The Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Ward ...
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Meta and X questioned by lawmakers over lack of rules against AI-generated political deepfakes
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Omar Condemns Millionaire Republicans for Pushing Huge Cuts to Medicaid and Food Benefits
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Minneapolis City Council approves Third Precinct police station location: Three and a half years after the previous station was torched, city leaders have agreed ...
startribune.com/minneapolis-city-council-approves-third-precinct-police-station-location/600316731/
Minnesota officials warn of danger that AI could pose to elections: The evolving technology, if used deceptively, could cause harm to democracy, officials say.
startribune.com/minnesota-officials-warn-of-danger-that-ai-could-pose-to-elections/600308463/
Paid articlePaid Moving past 2020 presidential run, Klobuchar enjoying smooth Senate race so far: Less than 14 months out from Election Day, no major Republican challenger has ...
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Paid articlePaid Klobuchar on Graham’s defense of 2020 election efforts in Georgia: ‘Come on now’: Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) on Sunday pushed back against claims from Sen ...
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Klobuchar Says AI Regulation Still Possible Before End of Year: The Democratic senator believes there’s a “good chance” that AI regulation will pass as part of ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-10-19/klobuchar-says-ai-regulation-still-possible-before-end-of-year
Minneapolis City Council delays vote on Third Precinct police station: With no consensus, a vote on Mayor Jacob Frey's choice for a location was put off for ...
startribune.com/minneapolis-city-council-delays-vote-on-3rd-precinct-police-station-location/600312948/
Third Precinct debate could run well past Election Day, as Frey faces resistance on his site choice
startribune.com/minneapolis-police-third-precinct-station-debate-city-council-mulls-slower-timeline-jacob-frey/600311401/
Paid articlePaid Jeffries endorses Ilhan Omar amid AIPAC primary threat: Democratic leadership is sending a message to progressives who are worried about primary challenges from ...
politico.com/news/2023/08/30/hakeem-jeffries-endoreses-ilhan-omar-aipac-00113394
AI-Generated Deepfakes Raise Concerns Ahead of 2024 US Presidential Election : Two Democratic lawmakers wrote to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and X CEO Linda ...
techtimes.com/articles/297214/20231005/ai-generated-deepfakes-raise-concerns-ahead-2024-presidential-election.htm
'No Ideas': Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Scorches 'Weird' Republicans Set For GOP Debate
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Here's what's at stake in the Minneapolis City Council elections: Sidewalk shoveling, policing and even Mayor Frey's standing are all in play in 13 ward ...
startribune.com/heres-whats-at-stake-in-the-minneapolis-city-council-elections-jacob-frey/600306993/
Paid articlePaid Minneapolis council casts aside downtown Third Precinct plan in favor of 'other options'
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Paid articlePaid Why Democrat Dean Phillips says Biden shouldn’t run: Rep. Dean Phillips (D-Minn.) supports Joe Biden’s agenda, but not his reelection. He argues a Biden ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/08/17/phillips-biden-trump/
Top Minnesota Democrats cool to Rep. Phillips' potential presidential run: U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips has not ruled out a possible primary challenge to President ...
startribune.com/gov-walz-ilhan-omar-other-minnesota-democrats-not-fans-of-dean-phillips-potential-presidential-run/600295980/
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