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.
Local governments must review their risks and detection strategies and be better prepared for attacks. A state bill was prompted by a wave of cyber attacks against local agencies.
History suggests Republicans have a real shot, despite the state's blue leanings. In San Antonio, the mayoral election is also turning on partisan concerns.
Citizens Union, a good government group dating back to the 19th century, called for Andrew Cuomo to resign as governor four years ago. It’s just endorsed him for NYC mayor.
In recent years, conservatives have championed family-friendly workplace policies as “pro-life” measures.
Hoping to spur more progress toward his 35,000 starter home goal, Gov. Spencer Cox unveiled a dashboard that highlights where affordable homes are — and aren’t — being built.
The legislative session was a mixed bag for Gov. Kevin Stitt, who got everything he wanted — including an income tax cut and a ban on cellphones in schools — until the very last day.
The mayor declared a city emergency on homelessness, granting herself certain powers to address the crisis. Now, some members of the City Council want to reassert their authority and end the emergency declaration.
The Oregon state legislature is hoping to raise billions for transportation projects from new sources as gas tax revenue dwindles. Democrats are pushing for a focus on maintenance.
The rejected bills included tax credits for the parents of young children, a provision for a state-funded scientific research institute, and legislation exempting service workers’ tips from state income tax.
The proposal, which cleared the Texas House over the weekend, would increase state oversight of universities and place restrictions on what professors can teach.
Conflicting mandates chill innovation and create a compliance nightmare while putting national security at risk. A federal moratorium on state regulation would be a good step toward developing a coherent national strategy.
Utah Republicans have sometimes been critical of President Donald Trump, but the state has already enacted several laws that advance “Make America Healthy Again” goals.
In Los Angeles, as in other parts of the state, the city and county are failing to cooperate in effective ways.
On a bipartisan basis, governors are rolling out new initiatives and facilities. Workforce remains a challenge.
The Democratic governor of New Mexico and Utah’s GOP governor shared examples of cooperation and emphasized the need to turn down the heat on partisan conflict.
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