Elections
Covering topics such as governors, legislatures, local government, redistricting and voting.
What happens in Georgia could be a harbinger of the next presidential contest as well as MAGA’s future. Politicians of both parties should not underestimate the political power of Black women.
Many voters are switching party allegiances during the Trump era, but the parties aren't changing in ways that reflect their preferences.
It’s threatened with extinction in many places and the relationship can be fraught, but it has a lot of value both to communities and their governments. Social media alone isn’t a substitute.
Legislators on both sides of the aisle have moved to regulate these kiosks, which allow customers to purchase cryptocurrency and send it to a digital wallet.
A Medicaid work rule tucked into the sweeping law is now being cast as a liability for Republicans in competitive districts.
Facing a push by Texas Republicans to redraw congressional maps, California’s governor is weighing a special-election effort to override the state’s independent commission and protect Democratic seats.
The power of legislatures has waxed and waned over the centuries. It's been on an upswing during the 50 years since the founding of NCSL.
Virginia has the nation’s oldest legislature. It’s also arguably the most powerful.
The administration’s strategy accelerates permitting for AI infrastructure while threatening to withhold federal support from states that impose their own rules on ethics, equity, or content standards.
The future of an EPA program for disadvantaged communities may be uncertain, but there are lessons for the future in how local governments have gone after the funds. Authentic, cross-sector collaborations are key.
New York City’s Democratic mayoral nominee has idealism and charisma. If he wins, he’ll need someone with a deep understanding of how a city works to translate passion into governance. There’s an obvious candidate.
Syracuse, N.Y., is having renewed success. Mayor Ben Walsh helped make it happen.
Some Republicans have expressed concern that the National Education Association has veered into partisan politics and no longer merits federal endorsement.
The organization has shaped state laws for 50 years. It may be at the height of its influence.
There’s a reason so many local governments rely on the council-manager system: It balances democratic accountability with operational expertise.
Daniel Perez, the Florida Speaker, has been combatting the governor over various proposals and personal ambitions all year.
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