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Published on Aug 14, 2026

Missouri’s gerrymandered congressional map could be put on hold in Tuesday hearing

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Cole County Circuit Court will decide on Tuesday whether voters get to approve or deny Missouri’s new gerrymandered congressional map, after Secretary of State Denny Hoskins deemed it unconstitutional last week. On Wednesday, Judge …

Source: Hanford Sentinel - California - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

How data centers in Missouri converted neighbors into activists, from cities to farms

ST. LOUIS — The letters were hand-delivered in the January cold, slid into mailboxes along Sugar Lake Road by an unknown person who had signed them, “A Concerned Citizen.” A second data center is in the works for Franklin County, Missouri, the letters said …

Source: The Derrick and The News-Herald - Pennsylvania - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Labor, progressive groups launch $1M push to flip Missouri legislative seat

The organization that led the 2024 campaign to raise Missouri’s minimum wage and require paid sick leave is launching a $1 million grassroots campaign to defeat Republican lawmakers who helped repeal the paid leave requirement. Missouri Jobs with Justice …

Source: Maryville Forum - Missouri - Neutral
Published on Aug 13, 2026

Labor, progressive groups launch $1M push to flip Missouri legislative seats

The organization that led the 2024 campaign to raise Missouri’s minimum wage and require paid sick leave is launching a $1 million grassroots campaign to defeat Republican lawmakers who helped repeal the paid leave requirement. Missouri Jobs with Justice …

Source: Maryville Forum - Missouri - Neutral
Published on 03:33 GMT

Sen. Mark Kelly rallies Kansas Democrats at Overland Park gala

Sen. Mark Kelly rallies Kansas Democrats at Overland Park gala OVERLAND PARK, Kan. —U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona urged Kansas Democrats to turn out in the 2026 elections during a visit to Overland Park on Saturday. Kelly was the featured speaker at the …

Source: KMBC 9 - Missouri - Neutral
Published on Aug 12, 2026

Missouri Supreme Court Chief Justice warns GOP against running out the clock on redistricting referendum

Missouri’s Supreme Court is already eyeing legal challenges to the state’s citizen-led redistricting referendum case – even before the first judge has had a chance to rule – warning lower courts not to dawdle. State Supreme Court Chief Justice W. Brent …

Source: Democracy Docket - Left-wing
Published on Aug 15, 2026

Higher than average turnout at Aug. 4 primary election

More than 30 percent of registered voters cast ballots at the Aug. 4 primary election, which is about 2 percent more than what County Clerk Jeannie Goff had initially predicted. The election included local, state and federal candidate races, along with …

Source: Leader Publications - Missouri - Neutral
Published on Aug 7, 2026

Cori Bush promised to bury AIPAC; rematch with Wesley Bell in Missouri tests that.

(JTA) — Missouri primary voters will travel back two years when they head to the polls on Tuesday. There they’ll confront a rematch of two candidates whose previous face-off was largely defined by an influx of AIPAC cash that helped oust one of Israel’s …

Source: The Times of Israel - Right-wing
Published on Aug 10, 2026

Missouri’s message to Utah — don’t end the income tax

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Source: Deseret News - Utah - Pending
Published on Aug 9, 2026

This week at Democracy Docket: It’s getting embarrassing for Trump’s DOJ — and Texas voters fight off a GOP suppression ...

Voters in my home state of New York will start receiving mail ballots for the midterms in less than six weeks. Other states have similar schedules. It may still feel like mid summer — but we’re into the final stretch before a set of contests that could …

Source: Democracy Docket - Left-wing
Published on Aug 15, 2026

Local newspaper editor talks about the importance of community collective memory

Our weekly program, Making Democracy Work, is a collaboration between KSMU Radio and the League of Women Voters of Southwest Missouri. It's hosted and produced by volunteers from the LWV, and it airs each Monday morning at 9:45 on KSMU. Michele …

Source: KSMU - Missouri - Public Broadcaster
Published on Aug 9, 2026

PERSPECTIVE: Tipping was once illegal in Missouri — maybe we were onto something

There's a small, quiet humiliation that happens now at counters all over Jefferson City. You order a coffee. Twelve ounces, black, nothing fancy. You tap your card, and right before the sale goes through, the little screen swivels on its stand to face …

Source: News Tribune - Missouri - Pending
Published on Aug 7, 2026

Missouri Republicans go judge shopping to run out clock on redistricting referendum lawsuit

With the clock ticking toward a Sept. 8 deadline for Missouri courts to order changes to the November ballot, Republicans are reusing tried-and-true delay tactics in an attempt to kill a voter referendum on the GOP’s latest gerrymander. Missourians have …

Source: Democracy Docket - Left-wing
Published on Aug 5, 2026

Missouri voters block GOP-led effort to raise bar to pass constitutional amendments

Missouri voters blocked a Republican-led effort to raise the bar for passing citizen-led constitutional amendments, NBC News projects. Under current state law, such ballot measures require a simple statewide majority for passage, a process that has been …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Aug 4, 2026

Missouri secretary of state blocks referendum to undo GOP’s redrawn congressional map

Missouri’s Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins said Tuesday that he wouldn’t certify a referendum seeking to undo the state’s new GOP-drawn congressional map, arguing that the effort was unconstitutional. “After careful consideration, I have …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Aug 4, 2026

Missouri secretary of state blocks referendum to undo GOP’s redrawn congressional map

Missouri’s Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins said Tuesday that he wouldn’t certify a referendum seeking to undo the state’s new GOP-drawn congressional map, arguing that the effort was unconstitutional. “After careful consideration, I have …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Aug 5, 2026

Former Squad member Cori Bush lambastes Wesley Bell after landslide primary defeat in Missouri

Cori Bush, a socialist candidate who failed to take revenge on the Democrat who forced her out of Congress, lashed out after her primary loss. “St. Louis lost,” Ms. Bush said of the district’s voting Tuesday that kept her out of office. “And it pisses me …

Source: The Washington Times - Washington D.C. - Right-wing
Published on Aug 4, 2026

Missouri primary rematch tests former rep. Cori Bush’s vow to take down AIPAC

JTA — Missouri primary voters will travel back two years when they head to the polls on Tuesday. There they’ll confront a rematch of two candidates whose previous face-off was largely defined by an influx of AIPAC cash that helped oust one of Israel’s most …

Source: The Times of Israel - Right-wing
Published on Aug 14, 2026

USDA workers fear the worst as Trump admin threatens a reorganization

When Laura Dodson received a notice in late June that her job as an agricultural economist was being relocated to Kansas City, Missouri, she knew what it would mean for herself and dozens of her coworkers in the same situation and for the services they …

Source: CNN - Neutral

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 15:20 GMT

Prosperity for US Foundation Releases White Paper on Direct Democracy and Citizen Petition Rights

“The Battle for Direct Democracy in America” Calls for Stronger Citizen Petition Rights and Modernized Digital Signatures WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Prosperity for US Foundation, a national …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 19:11 GMT

Former Federal Chief Judge Gerald Rosen Hails Preeminent Journalist Bankole Thompson’s New Book on America at 250

Nationally Respected Jurist and Architect of Detroit’s Historic “Grand Bargain” Calls New Book a “Must Read” as Nation Confronts Meaning of Its Next 250 Years DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, August 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gerald E. Rosen, the …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 20:32 GMT

New Mexico Democrats have a knack for election interference

IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 10, 2026 Albuquerque, NM – New Mexico House Speaker Javier Martínez is urging the Doña Ana County Commission to appoint an interim replacement for House District 37 following the retirement of longtime Rep. Joanne Ferrary. This is …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 18:33 GMT

New Mexico Democrats have a knack for election interference

IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 10, 2026 Albuquerque, NM – New Mexico House Speaker Javier Martínez is urging the Doña Ana County Commission to appoint an interim replacement for House District 37 following the retirement of longtime Rep. Joanne Ferrary. This is …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 14:55 GMT

UPDATED ROBERT WEINER WINS CONSCIENCE OF DEMOCRACY AWARD FROM PULSE INSTITUTE, IDENTIFIES 20 ACTIONS NEEDED

WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WEINER ACCEPTANCE SPEECH, AT DETROIT ATHLETIC CLUB, IDENTIFIES 20 ACTIONS TO PROTECT AMERICAN DEMOCRACY, TEXT NAMED H1 OPED NEWS TOP NATIONAL OPED Our team is proud to …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 05:13 GMT

Freedom House and Rutgers Democracy Lab Announce New Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Democracy and Freedom Online

Washington, DC and New Brunswick, NJ — Freedom House and Rutgers Democracy Lab are pleased to announce a strategic partnership connecting Rutgers students with Freedom House's leading experts on media and technology. The partnership will produce new …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 18:14 GMT

Judges From Sixth District Courts Convene for Power of Democracy Workshop

SAN JOSE — Judges and court executives from across the Sixth Appellate District met on July 22 for an outreach workshop organized by Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero’s Power of Democracy Civic Learning Initiative (POD). The regional convening brought …

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Published on July 30, 2026 - 22:59 GMT

GCIS and Agape Youth Movement to host webinar on youth participation in democracy and civic education, 31 Jul

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), in partnership with the Agape Youth Movement, will host a webinar on youth participation in democracy and civic education. The session seeks to encourage young people to register and participate …

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Published on August 16, 2026 - 08:01 GMT

Gubernatorial Candidate Evelyn Castillo-Bach: Florida's August 18 Election Is a Vote for a Real Living Wage

PEMBROKE PINES, FL, UNITED STATES, August 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Evelyn Castillo-Bach, candidate for Governor of Florida and Executive Director of Balanced Justice Network, today announced her commitment to establish a proper living wage …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 19:36 GMT

Foreign Prisoners Network Mauritius Requests Independent Review of Medication Administration in Mauritius Prisons

Organization seeks verification of whether prescribed medication is consistently administered and documented following concerns raised by detainees LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Foreign Prisoners Network Mauritius …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 21:20 GMT

Navy's Former Top Civilian Executive Backs Rochford in Florida's 14th District

Navy's former top career civilian backs the analysis: 33 years, 16 commands, four Legions of Merit, 15,008 evacuated from Lebanon, zero adverse findings. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A newly released …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 21:18 GMT

MLC Dharmender Bhardwaj Releases Six-Point Pledge for Meerut City AC-48

On his birthday, MLC Dharmender Bhardwaj signs Six-Point Pledge - Sports City rescue, classrooms, clinics, 1857 heritage, women's leadership, open governance. MEERUT, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA, August 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MLC Dharmendra …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 20:31 GMT

Award-Winning Open Sesame Expands Same-Day Garage Door Repair in Summerlin

Open Sesame expands same-day garage door repair across Summerlin for broken springs, opener failures, cables, off-track doors and more. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- # Quality Business Award Winner Open …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 19:17 GMT

Leading Cancer Advocacy Organizations Back Proposition 38 To Advance Life-Saving Medical Research and Cures

Prostate Cancer Foundation, Blood Cancer United, GO2 for Lung Cancer, Melanoma Research Alliance and others back Prop 38 medical research for life-saving cures SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading cancer …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 18:13 GMT

Rochford Releases SENIORS’ Bill of Rights: 10 Bills to Protect Medicare, Social Security, and Elderly Americans

FL-14 congressional candidate unveils comprehensive legislative suite for seniors, anchored in Scripture and built without staff or lobbyists. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Retired Navy Capt. and Commodore Rocky …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 17:35 GMT

FLEOA Applauds U.S. Marshals Service and Law Enforcement Partners Following Recovery of 48 Missing Children

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) applauds the U.S. Marshals Service and its federal, state, and local law enforcement partners following the successful …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 10:15 GMT

Congresswoman Luz Rivas Visits St. Genevieve as Students Advocate for Education Freedom Tax Credit, EFTC

Leadership and Advocacy students brief the congresswoman on the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit and their campaign urging California to opt in. PANORAMA CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29 …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 04:24 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Commends CPUC for Unanimously Approving Charter-Cox Merger

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) announces its fervent commendation to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), which, on Thursday, August 13, 2026 …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 04:17 GMT

Elliot Cohen Communications Earns National Recognition as Top Public Relations & Government Communications Firm in 2026

Gov Business Review honors firm for its work in strategic communications, public outreach and government communications LAKE WORTH, FL, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Elliot Cohen Communications has earned national …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 04:06 GMT

Limitless Sky to Award 10 Reserve Signature Memberships to Private Jet Customers Booking in August

Private jet travellers who book during August will be eligible for one of 10 complimentary Reserve Signature earned-status memberships. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Limitless Sky, the private aviation …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 17:41 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Calls for Urgent Final Approval of Charter-Cox Merger

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) urges the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to urgently approve the $34.5 billion merger between Charter …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 17:16 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Commends CPUC Approval of Charter-Cox Merger, Calls for Urgent Final Action

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) urges the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to urgently approve the $34.5 billion merger between Charter …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 15:20 GMT

Prosperity for US Foundation Releases White Paper on Direct Democracy and Citizen Petition Rights

“The Battle for Direct Democracy in America” Calls for Stronger Citizen Petition Rights and Modernized Digital Signatures WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Prosperity for US Foundation, a national …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 15:03 GMT

Main Street Economics Warns National Debt Will Hit $40 Trillion This Week

Les Rubin: “We Are Spending Our Way Toward Financial Ruin” WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States is on the verge of another staggering fiscal milestone, with the national debt now above $39.93 …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 14:20 GMT

Oil Spill Reaches Omani Coast: Greenpeace MENA Says Stabilizing the Tanker and Offloading are of the utmost urgency

BEIRUT, LEBANON, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The oil spill from the grounded tanker "Caroline Bezengi," which has been stranded off Oman's Hallaniyat Islands for two months, has now reached the Omani coast, a development …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Industrial Chemistry Startup Riven Systems Emerges From Stealth to Build AI Platform for Critical Minerals Processing

Riven raised $7.9M pre-seed round led by Cerberus Ventures with NSV as incubating investor and won Dept. of Energy’s Genesis Mission award for AI innovation. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Riven Systems, an …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

From Scratch Meals to Family Gardens: Three CACFP Leaders Transforming Child Nutrition

ROUND ROCK, TX, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) participant serves nutritious meals, but many go beyond the meal pattern to create experiences that inspire healthy habits for …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 15:56 GMT

OP-ED: Germany: The Taliban’s closest co-operation partner in the EU

Image: Nabi Amini By Wiebke Judith Five years after the Islamist Taliban seized power in Afghanistan, the German government is their closest partner for co-operation in the EU. Germany’s main goal: increasing deportations regardless of human rights risks. …

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