Democrats
Members of the Democratic Party, the other major party. It is generally associated with a larger government role in health care and social programs, and more liberal social positions.
Why it shows up in the news
Which party controls the White House and each chamber of Congress decides whose agenda can move.
In the news right now
- Progressive Democrats gain ground, but can they win swing voters?
- Bill Maher says Democrats lack backbone to confront socialists in their ranks
- Democrats in key battlegrounds throw Joe Biden under the bus on the border
- Henry Cuellar: Democrats must focus on lowering prices
- Polling showing Democrats are favored to make gains in Congress has GOP candidates in deep-red areas working to shore up support
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