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“Virginia became the 16th Democratic trifecta.

And that has a lot of power to not only do things to improve Virginians' lives, but also to impact the entire country." - Melissa Walker, Principal Strategist

More from Melissa & Daniel Squadron on Here’s the Thing: open.spotify.com/episode/78i1...
Inside the States Project with Daniel Squadron and Melissa Walker
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December 11, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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Democrats Make a Fresh Push to Win State Legislatures:
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December 11, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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Candidates in Virginia Senate special election target redistricting, constitutional amendments and affordability:
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Candidates in Virginia Senate special election target redistricting, constitutional amendments and affordability
Early voting starts December 22nd with election day set for January 6th.
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December 9, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Podcast 🎧
“Progressives are way behind in building a media architecture that supports our movement. The good news is that we have an opportunity to experiment, innovate, and deliver products that cut through the noise and actually make a difference. “
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How do we grow a progressive media ecosystem? (Crooked Con)
Podcast Episode · Hysteria · 18/11/2025 · Bonus · 1h 10m
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December 9, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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December 8, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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‘Sort of blackmail’: Billions in rural health funding hinge on states passing Trump-backed policies:
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‘Sort of blackmail’: Billions in rural health funding hinge on states passing Trump-backed policies
Democrats and health advocates described the strategy as highly unusual, and some fear it could be wielded to favor political allies.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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This decision makes it clear that we can't trust a rightwing majority SCOTUS to protect voters.

But we can build governing power for state lawmakers who will defend the voices of voters in elections.

That's why we MUST win in the states.
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
Supreme Court gives Texas OK to use House map drawn to boost GOP
The decision bolsters Trump’s attempt to tilt the playing field toward Republicans before the midterms.
www.politico.com
December 5, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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From simplifying vote-by-mail to reducing lines at voting locations, state lawmakers have the power to protect voters' voices in our elections and block rightwing attacks on our democracy.
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/seve...
Seven Voting Laws Every Blue State Should Enact Right Now
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
December 5, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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No one should ever have to choose between feeding their kids or putting a roof over their head.

State policymakers are using their governing power to make sure all Americans can afford the essentials.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/s...
States Are Stepping In to Address the Housing Affordability Crisis. Is Your State Doing Enough?
Setting housing targets can help policymakers create effective strategies that meet their specific supply and affordability needs.
www.urban.org
December 4, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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Abortion access. Good schools. Affordable healthcare. Clean air and water. Everything we care about starts in state legislatures.
December 2, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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"If Democrats see the same shift in Congress next year as they saw in TN-07 Tuesday night, they’d win a landslide victory of 258 seats in the U.S. House."
A recap of tonight's special election in TN-07 (plus a WAY-TOO-EARLY model of the 2026 midterms).

A swing of 13 points would put Dems over 250 seats in the U.S. House. A more reasonable scenario—say, D+6—still gives them the House, and maybe the Senate.

www.gelliottmorris.com/p/what-the-s...
What the special election in Tennessee's Seventh District means for the 2026 midterms
Republicans held a Trump +22 seat — but by only 9 points. A swing half as large would give Democrats the U.S. House in 2026, and put the Senate clearly in play
www.gelliottmorris.com
December 3, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Article 📰
“Democrats did significantly cut the GOP margin in the district from just a year ago. With most of the expected vote counted, Van Epps had a 9-point districtwide lead. It continues a pattern of Democrats making big gains in elections this year compared to the 2024 results.”
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December 3, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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TODAY IS THE DAY!

GET OUT AND VOTE. Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM

WE GOT THIS!!!!!!

December 2, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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HOW TO HELP FLIP THE 7TH

As we head into the final few days of the campaign, join #TeamAftyn for phonebanking and canvassing opportunities every day!

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November 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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We’re sending a BIG thank you to everyone who worked with us in the states this year. Together, we helped win critical governing power in Virginia and built the momentum we need going into the 2026 midterms!
November 27, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Up in the Air: Elections Landscape Uncertain Ahead of 2026:
www.ncsl.org/resources/de...
November 25, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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We’re sorry (but like not really 😉).
November 19, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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Violence against public officials has no place in a functioning democracy. This doesn’t just endanger individuals — it threatens the foundations of representative government. people.com/trump-calls-...
Trump Calls PSA from 6 Democrats 'Punishable by Death' and Reposts Call to 'Hang Them'
President Donald Trump accused a group of six Democratic lawmakers of seditious behavior after they posted a video encouraging military members and the intelligence community to defy illegal orders fr...
people.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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Citizens United unleashed a flood of corporate money in politics. State trigger laws can prepare the ground for real reform when the Court changes course. bit.ly/3Xsczat
State Legislatures Can Push Back Against Citizens United
State lawmakers can fight the influence of big money in politics by passing trigger laws that would go into effect if the Supreme Court’s misguided ruling is reversed.
www.brennancenter.org
November 14, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Seven seats have changed partisan control in state legislative special elections this year:
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November 14, 2025 at 10:59 PM
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In a huge win for voters, a Utah court struck down the GOP-controlled legislature’s congressional gerrymander and a companion law designed to entrench partisan power. The court also approved a new map that could give Democrats one House seat in 2026.
https://bit.ly/3JTTzyu
Utah Judge Strikes Down GOP Gerrymander, Restores Voter-Approved Fair Map
Read more here.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:02 PM
November 13, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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November 12, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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November 12, 2025 at 5:36 PM