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The woman who would be the Cherokee voice in Congress
For generations, the federal government has shaped the lives of Cherokee people. Kim Teehee wants to use the long-promised place in Congress to repair the harm.
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This Delaware candidate could be the first transgender member of Congress
State Sen. Sarah McBride is hoping to become Delaware’s next House member in a time of heightened anti-trans rhetoric.
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Josh Hawley thinks masculinity can fix America’s problems
The 19th talks to a expert on gender, politics and religion about the Missouri senator’s book 'Manhood' and how it fits into American politics.
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Indiana chapter of Moms for Liberty apologizes for using Hitler quote
The conservative group used the dictator’s words in its inaugural newsletter.
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Gretchen Whitmer wants Democrats to keep talking about abortion
The Michigan governor, a rising star in the Democratic Party, reflects on the work that remains in ensuring abortion access in her state and nationwide.
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Democrats in Congress run full-court press on reproductive rights ahead of Dobbs anniversary
In both chambers, Democrats are trying to force votes and discussions on abortion and contraception. The measures are not expected to go anywhere — but spotlight Republican opposition.
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The Senate has no Black women. Lisa Blunt Rochester’s bid could change that.
Blunt Rochester said in her official campaign announcement that she is running to protect seniors, jobs, the environment and reproductive rights.
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Judge blocks Arkansas’ blanket ban on gender-affirming care for minors
LGBTQ+ legal experts believe that the decision will set precedent for other lawsuits in states restricting gender-affirming care.
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Blue state governors are pushing Congress on child care as federal subsidies dry up
N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper, who led the letter, said he’s worried that with federal child care grants expiring, ‘we're going to fall off a cliff here.’
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How data from abortion rights fights in 2022 could shape 2024
Campaigns for Democratic candidates and efforts to pass ballot measures shoring up abortion access shared data gleaned from calls and in-person conversations with voters.