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June 17, 2020 at 2:25 PM

DNC launches first TV ad against Trump in four years

DNC launches first TV ad against Trump in four years Judge denies emergency motion to block Trump’s Tulsa rally   June 17, 2020: The Democratic National Committee launched its first television ad against Donald Trump in four years. An Oklahoma judge denied a…

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June 17, 2020 at 12:03 PM

7,420 empty apartments for rent in Manhattan

7,420 empty apartments for rent in Manhattan   June 17, 2020: Manhattan’s real estate market has been hard hit by the pandemic and lockdown orders. Last month, 7,420 empty apartments were listed for rent. That’s a 34% increase over the previous year.[1…

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June 17, 2020 at 9:34 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: Two recent mayoral elections highlight policing issues

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: Two recent mayoral elections highlight policing issues Today's Brew highlights how policing issues affected the 2017 Minneapolis and 2019 Chicago mayoral elections + two states will have new head administrative law judges   Welcome to th…

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  Caitlin Styrsky · [email protected]

June 16, 2020 at 8:20 PM

Ballotpedia's Checks and Balances June 2020

Ballotpedia's Checks and Balances June 2020 This Month: Coronavirus and the Congressional Review Act and more The Checks and Balances Letter delivers news and information from Ballotpedia's Administrative State Project, including pivotal actions at the f…

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June 16, 2020 at 2:33 PM

Biden raises $81 million in May

Biden raises $81 million in May Trump and RNC mark top online fundraising day, raise $14 million   June 16, 2020: The Joe Biden campaign and two associated Democratic committees raised $81 million in May. Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee ha…

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June 16, 2020 at 12:01 PM

30% of voters say the economy is top voting issue

30% of voters say the economy is top voting issue   June 16, 2020: Thirty percent (30%) of voters nationwide rate the economy as the top issue facing the nation today. A Ballotpedia national survey found that 17% view healthcare as most important, 16% …

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June 16, 2020 at 9:35 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: New Hampshire latest state to lift stay-at-home order

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: New Hampshire latest state to lift stay-at-home order Today's Brew highlights states that lifted business and activity restrictions on Monday, June 15 + reviews West Virginia’s state Supreme Court elections   Welcome to the Tuesday, June…

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June 15, 2020 at 2:48 PM

Trump reschedules Tulsa rally from Juneteenth to June 20

Trump reschedules Tulsa rally from Juneteenth to June 20 Biden campaign enters second round of VP vetting   June 15, 2020: Donald Trump rescheduled his first campaign rally in months from Juneteenth to June 20 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Joe Biden’s campaign has ent…

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June 15, 2020 at 12:01 PM

805 years ago today Magna Carta was accepted by King John

805 years ago today Magna Carta was accepted by King John   June 15, 2020: On June 15, 1215—805 years ago today—a document that is known to history as Magna Carta was accepted by King John. Magna Carta, or "the Great Charter," was destined to play an i…

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June 15, 2020 at 9:36 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: A look at how state legislative incumbents fared in June primaries

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: A look at how state legislative incumbents fared in June primaries Today's Brew analyzes the incumbent success rate in June’s state legislative primaries + highlights recent coronavirus news   Welcome to the Monday, June 15, Brew. Here’s…

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June 13, 2020 at 11:27 AM

Nine states release guidance on reopening schools

Nine states release guidance on reopening schools Gov. Murphy ends New Jersey’s stay-at-home order Read on for the top stories in state and local politics this week. As always, click the button for a complete review of the week and look at the week ahead. Re…

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June 13, 2020 at 10:58 AM

Voters decide U.S. House, Senate primaries in five states

Voters decide U.S. House, Senate primaries in five states GOP announces convention split between Charlotte, Jacksonville What's on tap in politics this week? Read on for the top stories in federal politics and click the link to see our comprehensive review o…

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June 12, 2020 at 11:41 PM

Rhode Island asks state employees for furlough volunteers

Rhode Island asks state employees for furlough volunteers The state is facing a projected $800 million budget deficit Welcome to Union Station, our weekly newsletter that keeps you abreast of the legislation, national trends, and public debate surrounding…

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June 12, 2020 at 6:26 PM

ICYMI: Top stories from the week

ICYMI: Top stories from the week A weekly shot of this week's most viewed stories from Ballotpedia's Daily Brew. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Each week, we bring you a collection of the most viewed stories from The Daily Brew, condense…

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June 12, 2020 at 2:50 PM

Jacksonville named host city for Republican National Convention main event

Jacksonville named host city for Republican National Convention main event Biden criticizes disinformation on Facebook in open letter to Zuckerberg   June 12, 2020: Donald Trump will accept the Republican presidential nomination in Jacksonville, Florida, in Au…

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June 12, 2020 at 12:03 PM

51% of voters worry about economic threat from pandemic more than health threat

51% of voters worry about economic threat from pandemic more than health threat   June 12, 2020: When asked about what worries them most about the coronavirus, 51% now say it's a threat to the U.S. economy. A Ballotpedia national survey found that 43% …

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June 12, 2020 at 9:37 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: When will your schools reopen?

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: When will your schools reopen? Today's Brew highlights those states announcing plans for reopening schools + previews Saturday’s 5th District Republican convention in Virginia   Welcome to the Friday, June 12, Brew. Here’s what’s in stor…

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June 11, 2020 at 2:48 PM

RNC scales back convention, reduces on-site delegates from 2,500 to 336

RNC scales back convention, reduces on-site delegates from 2,500 to 336 Biden calls for $300 million for community policing programs   June 11, 2020: The Republican National Committee voted to downsize its presidential nominating convention. Joe Biden called…

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June 11, 2020 at 12:04 PM

22% of registered voters don’t think it matters whether Trump or Biden wins

22% of registered voters don’t think it matters whether Trump or Biden wins   June 11, 2020: Twenty-two percent (22%) of registered voters don't think it matters much whether Donald Trump or Joe Biden wins the presidential election in November. A Scott…

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June 11, 2020 at 9:37 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: ICYMI - more results from Tuesday’s elections

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: ICYMI - more results from Tuesday’s elections Today's Brew continues with the results from the June 9 elections + summarizes a Colorado abortion initiative   Welcome to the Thursday, June 11, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you s…

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June 10, 2020 at 2:28 PM

Biden and Trump win Georgia and West Virginia primaries

Biden and Trump win Georgia and West Virginia primaries Biden fundraiser with Kamala Harris raises $3.5 million    June 10, 2020: Biden and Trump won primaries in Georgia and West Virginia. A virtual fundraiser for Biden hosted with Kamala Harris raised $3.5…

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June 10, 2020 at 12:01 PM

29% of voters believe worst of the pandemic is behind us

29% of voters believe worst of the pandemic is behind us   June 10, 2020: Twenty-nine percent (29%) of voters now believe the worst of the coronavirus pandemic is behind us. A Ballotpedia survey found that 42% disagree and think the worst is still to c…

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  Dave Beaudoin · [email protected]

June 10, 2020 at 9:32 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: June 9 primary election results

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: June 9 primary election results Today's Brew highlights some early results from Tuesday’s primary elections + states where legislatures are challenging governors over coronavirus restrictions   Welcome to the Wednesday, June 10, Brew. H…

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June 9, 2020 at 2:42 PM

Trump campaign to resume holding rallies

Trump campaign to resume holding rallies Biden says he does not support defunding police   June 9, 2020: Trump’s campaign plans to resume holding rallies in coming weeks. Biden said he does not support defunding the police.  Ballotpedia is monitoring changes …

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June 9, 2020 at 12:04 PM

68% of voters have had protests in their area

68% of voters have had protests in their area   June 9, 2020: Sixty-eight percent (68%) of voters have recently had protests in their area. A Scott Rasmussen national survey found that 27% have not and 5% are not sure.[1] Among those who have had prote…

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  Dave Beaudoin · [email protected]

June 9, 2020 at 9:33 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: We’re covering 1,020 races tonight

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: We’re covering 1,020 races tonight Today's Brew previews the Republican primary in South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District + looking back at voting during the 1918 pandemic   Welcome to the Tuesday, June 9, Brew. Here’s what’s in sto…

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  Sara Reynolds · [email protected]

June 8, 2020 at 7:40 PM

Bold Justice: Seven new opinions

Bold Justice: Seven new opinions Alexander Hamilton may have thought them the least dangerous branch, but we at Ballotpedia think federal courts are the most exciting! Arguments The Supreme Court agreed to hear arguments in 74 cases this term. Thirte…

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June 8, 2020 at 2:43 PM

Biden crosses delegate threshold for Democratic nomination

Biden crosses delegate threshold for Democratic nomination America First Action begins ad campaign criticizing Biden on economics   June 8, 2020: Biden crossed the delegate threshold necessary to win the Democratic presidential nomination. America First Action…

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June 8, 2020 at 12:03 PM

48% of voters believe businesses can decide whether their customers must wear masks

48% of voters believe businesses can decide whether their customers must wear masks   June 8, 2020: Forty-eight percent (48%) of voters believe private businesses should be allowed to decide whether or not their customers are required to wear masks. A …

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  Dave Beaudoin · [email protected]

June 8, 2020 at 9:35 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: Learn about Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: Learn about Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection Today's Brew highlights Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey + previews the GA-07 primary elections   Welcome to the Monday, June 8, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start yo…

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June 6, 2020 at 11:57 AM

Five states to hold state executive, legislative primaries June 9

Five states to hold state executive, legislative primaries June 9 Delaware becomes last state to lift business restrictions implemented in response to the coronavirus outbreak Here are the top stories from state and local politics this week. If you're lookin…

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June 6, 2020 at 11:42 AM

Voters decide congressional primaries in eight states

Voters decide congressional primaries in eight states Biden, Trump sweep presidential primaries June 2 Check out the top stories from this week in Federal politics below. If you're looking for more, click the button for our comprehensive review. Make sure t…

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June 5, 2020 at 7:11 PM

ICYMI: Top stories from the week

ICYMI: Top stories from the week A weekly shot of this week's most viewed stories from Ballotpedia's Daily Brew. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Each week, we bring you a collection of the most viewed stories from The Daily Brew, condense…

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June 5, 2020 at 6:48 PM

Ohio asks public-sector labor unions to meet with state officials on reducing personnel costs

Ohio asks public-sector labor unions to meet with state officials on reducing personnel costs The state faces an estimated $2.5 billion decrease in anticipated revenues Welcome to Union Station, our weekly newsletter that keeps you abreast of the legislat…

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June 5, 2020 at 2:26 PM

Trump to visit Maine today

Trump to visit Maine today Biden fundraiser brings in $4 million   June 5, 2020: Trump will visit Maine today. A virtual fundraiser for Biden raised $4 million yesterday.  Here are recent changes to election dates and procedures made in response to the coronavi…

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June 5, 2020 at 12:03 PM

45% of workers using Zoom calls or other video conferencing platforms

45% of workers using Zoom calls or other video conferencing platforms   June 5, 2020: Forty-five percent (45%) of workers today are regularly taking part in Zoom calls or other video conferencing efforts. A Ballotpedia survey found that total includes …

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June 5, 2020 at 9:34 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: What size gatherings are allowed in my state?

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: What size gatherings are allowed in my state? Today's Brew analyzes current state restrictions on public gatherings + previews West Virginia’s gubernatorial primaries   Welcome to the Friday, June 5, Brew. Here's what’s in store for you …

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June 4, 2020 at 2:02 PM

Trump responds to criticism from Mattis

Trump responds to criticism from Mattis Biden campaign runs new digital ad   June 4, 2020: Trump responded to criticism from former U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis. Biden’s campaign is running a new digital ad in Arizona, Florida, Michigan, North Caro…

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June 4, 2020 at 12:03 PM

38% of working Americans today regularly interact with customers

38% of working Americans today regularly interact with customers   June 4, 2020: Thirty-eight percent (38%) of working Americans today regularly see customers in person.[1] A Ballotpedia survey found that 64% of those workers are generally comfortable …

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June 4, 2020 at 9:37 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: Super Junesday results continued

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: Super Junesday results continued Today's Brew gives you election results from two more Junesday battleground primaries + local election results from June 2   Welcome to the Thursday, June 4, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you s…

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June 3, 2020 at 6:49 PM

Lawsuits over coronavirus related election changes

Lawsuits over coronavirus related election changes This edition of the Ballot Bulletin looks at lawsuits related to election policies changed in response to the coronavirus pandemic    Sponsored by Probolsky Research Welcome to The Ballot Bulletin, where…

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June 3, 2020 at 2:54 PM

Trump, RNC say Republican nomination will not be held in North Carolina

Trump, RNC say Republican nomination will not be held in North Carolina Biden, Trump win Tuesday’s primaries   June 3, 2020: Biden and Trump won presidential primaries in seven states and Washington, D.C. on Tuesday. The Republican National Committee said it…

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June 3, 2020 at 12:03 PM

22% of voters believe the economy is getting better

22% of voters believe the economy is getting better   June 3, 2020: Twenty-two percent (22%) of voters nationwide now believe the economy is getting better. A Ballotpedia survey also found that 50% believe it is getting worse and 23% believe it is stay…

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June 3, 2020 at 9:29 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: 'Super Junesday' results

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: 'Super Junesday' results Today's Brew highlights some early results from Tuesday’s primary elections + reviews which states are reopening this week   Welcome to the Wednesday, June 3, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start yo…

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  Jerrick Adams · [email protected]

June 2, 2020 at 5:03 PM

Treasury Department, IRS finalize modifications to nonprofit donor disclosure rules

Treasury Department, IRS finalize modifications to nonprofit donor disclosure rules The regulation exempts select nonprofits from disclosing donor information on annual returns Welcome to The Disclosure Digest, a look at state and federal disclosure poli…

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June 2, 2020 at 2:35 PM

Biden visits A.M.E. church to meet with black leaders

Biden visits A.M.E. church to meet with black leaders Trump delivers address before walking to St. John’s Church   June 2, 2020: Biden visited Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Wilmington, Del., to meet with black leaders. Trump spoke about protest…

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June 2, 2020 at 12:03 PM

53% of voters are more worried about coronavirus threat to their health than their finances

53% of voters are more worried about coronavirus threat to their health than their finances   June 2, 2020: Fifty-three percent (53%) of voters nationwide are more worried about the coronavirus threat to their health rather than their finances. A Ballo…

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June 2, 2020 at 9:38 AM

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: 12 states require face covering

Ballotpedia's Daily Brew: 12 states require face covering Today's Brew highlights states’ policies regarding the mandatory wearing of face coverings + Alaska voters will decide whether to establish top-four primaries   Welcome to the Tuesday, June 2, Brew. Here’…

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June 1, 2020 at 2:45 PM

Trump visits Kennedy Space Center to view rocket launch

Trump visits Kennedy Space Center to view rocket launch Biden visits protest site   June 1, 2020: Trump returned to the Kennedy Space Center to view the SpaceX rocket launch on Saturday. Biden visited a protest site in Wilmington, Del., on Sunday. Ballotpedia…

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June 1, 2020 at 12:03 PM

21% of voters believe it will be at least six months before most businesses reopen

21% of voters believe it will be at least six months before most businesses reopen   June 1, 2020: A Ballotpedia survey found that 21% of voters nationwide believe it will be at least six months before most businesses reopen and social activity resumes…

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