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2018 midterms

9 Celebs Explain Why This Year's Midterm Elections Matter

"A lot of people’s lives (especially queer folx and people of color) are at risk in these sneaky little pockets so PLEASE REGISTER."

Andrew Gillum Delivered the Racist Callout Dunk of the Century to Ron DeSantis

"I’m not calling Mr. DeSantis a racist. I’m simply saying the racists believe he’s a racist.”

6 Senate Races That Need Your Attention

November 6 is coming up fast — get ready to vote.

As a Transgender Person, State Laws Changed the Course of My Life

I needed to be in a place that had resources and legal protections in place for me.

Arkansas Women Are Running to Reclaim the State From Trump

“We're literally already making history just because we're doing anything.”

Abby Finkenauer Is a Model of the Working-Class Democrat

“She’s not a normal politician — she resonates with working folks."

Trump Said the Republican Who Body-Slammed a Reporter Is "My Kind of Guy"

His campaign rhetoric attacking the press hasn't changed since 2016.

Attica Scott Could Be Kentucky's First Black Governor

Kentucky may be a red state, but Rep. Scott says “voters are demanding someone who has a backbone.”

5 of Beto O'Rourke's Best Debate Dunks on Ted Cruz

“Ted Cruz is for Ted Cruz.”

I Promise This Link Isn't a Prank to Get You to Register to Vote

But would it be so bad if it was?

Here's Every State with Marijuana on the Ballot in the 2018 Midterms

There are 8 states where voting could have an impact on pot policy this fall.

Marsha Blackburn Tried to Clap Back at Taylor Swift for Her Instagram Post

Is Marsha Blackburn the new Katy Perry?

Dear Democrats, There's No Room for Cowardice in 2018 OR 2020

The soul of the nation is at stake.

Democrats Are Fighting Ohio's Voter-Roll Purges and Their Impact on Black People

“We always figured you needed a movement."

Dear Susan Collins, the Kavanaugh Vote Was Your Chance to Do the Right Thing — and You Blew It

Sincerely, your disgruntled constituent.

Voter Registration Spiked After Taylor Swift's Instagram Post

Vote.org says it's seen a major surge after her post.

Taylor Swift Getting Political Is a Sign of the Post-Kavanaugh Times

Look what you made her do.

The Man Who Helped Legalize Gay Marriage in Utah Is Running for State Senate

Derek Kitchen wants to serve in the same legislature that once denied his right to marry.