How Black and Latino people did in this last round of redistricting
We examined the first redistricting round since the Supreme Court’s Shelby County v. Holder decision ended ‘preclearance,’ comparing it to the last cycle’s districts
Are U.S. companies punishing Republicans for Jan. 6? Here’s what our research finds.
Contributions to members of Congress who supported overturning the 2020 election are down compared to four years ago. But it’s early.
Biden wants more wind energy. Those projects should help local politicians, our research finds.
Wind turbines don’t just deliver clean energy; they help both Republican and Democratic incumbents win reelection.
Juneteenth brings together many celebrations, and reminders of the work still ahead
For Black Americans, freedom is tied to location — not a date in June
Was the U.S. Capitol riot really a coup? Here’s why definitions matter.
Calling this a coup obscures important dynamics.
11 openly LGBTQ lawmakers will take their seats in the next Congress. That’s a record in both numbers and diversity.
The “rainbow wave” hit state legislatures, as well.
Openly LGBTQ candidates are running in record numbers — again
Numbers and diversity are increasing every election cycle. Here’s why.
U.S. cities and states are discussing reparations for Black Americans. Here’s what’s key.
One lesson from international efforts: Keep reparations distinct from general social support.