Populist Abdul El-Sayed shocked the Democratic Party establishment by beating an incumbent Congresswoman for a Senate nominating contest, despite being outspent nine to one. What comes now? Matt Stoller Aug 5, 2026 There is a rebellion afoot in America. Last night, there was a Senate primary election in Michigan, and… Continue reading
Haley Stevens espoused progressive ideas in last night’s Michigan Senate debate. That’s a familiar pattern. by David Dayen July 8, 2026 (Prospect.org) Last night’s debate between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens for the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat was feisty. Stevens, who is behind in the polls, was desperate to… Continue reading
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks to a crowd on January 27, 2024 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo: Sean Rayford/Getty Images) “If President Biden wants a shot here in Michigan, he’s going to need to do something different,” said one leader. JULIA CONLEY Feb 09, 2024 (CommonDream.org) A week after Arab… Continue reading
A Trump supporter threatens a counter-protester during a demonstration over election ballot counting outside the Michigan State Capitol building on November 07, 2020 in Lansing, Michigan. (Photo by John Moore/Getty Images) “What started as the lowest moment of the post-election melee became the most inspiring,” said Secretary of State Jocelyn… Continue reading
