Opponents of democracy rally against electoral limits
Ruth Marcus argues that Republican leaders across states and in Congress have escalated from challenging results to a plan of legal and political guerrilla warfare. She cites Texas and 26 GOP attorneys general, 106 House members plus 20 more, including McCarthy, as endorsing efforts to overturn elections, risking democratic norms and federalism.
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Public forum urges AG to oppose inter state voting interference
Eilene Lawrence asks conservatives to persuade Kansas AG Derek Schmidt to reject a theory that could allow other states to challenge Kansas votes. She warns that endorsing such an interpretation risks disenfranchising Kansas voters and favors a nationwide power shift in elections.
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Tuberville Wins Alabama Senate Seat Amid Trump Backing
Alabama selects Tommy Tuberville as U.S. senator after a high profile campaign marked by limited debate and press access with President Trump supporters backing his victory over Democrat Doug Jones. The former football coach led Auburn to multiple wins against Alabama. He declined public debates and avoided press conferences during the race.
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Tuberville and Moore discredit white supremacy in Alabama vote
Mark Shields contends Alabama voters backed Tommy Tuberville and Roy Moore, misstatements about Biden centrism and history highlight political misfires. Shields argues the pair’s choices undermine the myth of white superiority and reflect on national political dynamics.
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