In a surprising turn of events, a Democrat has claimed victory in a district that has long been a Republican stronghold. The winner, a 49-year-old businessman, managed to pull ahead by a narrow margin of about 200 votes. This victory is part of a broader trend where Democrats are making significant
Imagine if Boston politicians got a head start on doing things right, instead of learning the hard way. That's the idea behind giving aspiring councilors some training before they get into office. It's like teaching them the rules of the game before they start playing. Take Boston City Councilor Ta
A political scientist from Vanderbilt University recently spoke out on cable news, challenging the popular notion that Donald Trump's win in the 2024 elections signaled a clear ideological mandate. The professor, John Sides, argued that this interpretation overlooks important details. He pointed ou
The 2024 presidential election is shaping up to be a complex and unpredictable contest. As the first African-American woman, Kamala Harris, enters the fray, pollsters are facing a daunting challenge. The question on everyone's mind is: can we trust the numbers? Sixteen years ago, Barack Obama's tea
