Two decades after 9/11, Harris and Democrats have reclaimed patriotism
Two decades ago, an American country singer called Natalie Maines touched off a firestorm in London.
Political news from state Maine
When The Chicks perform the National Anthem tonight at the DNC, they’ll bring a complicated history
The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills: Republicans 'Didn't Use To Be Weird'
Maine Gov. Janet Mills (D) shot back at a question asked during a governors panel by saying not all Republicans are weird.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Teases JD Vance With Witchy Quip About Female Politicians
Julia Louis-Dreyfus tried to help cast Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) as a woman-hating weirdo as she hosted some of the nation’s most powerful female politicians for a talk during this week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Cornel West cleared to appear on ballot in Maine, where ranked voting is in play
AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Independent presidential candidate Cornel West can appear on the ballot in Maine, the state’s secretary of state has ruled.
The Obamas challenge America. And, what led up to Maine's deadliest mass shooting
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University of Kentucky to disband diversity office after GOP lawmakers pushed anti-DEI legislation
The University of Kentucky will disband its office promoting diversity and inclusion efforts in response to questions from policymakers that its focus on identity has stifled political discussions, its president said Tuesday.
Brandon Sklenar Defends Blake Lively Amid ‘It Ends With Us’ Drama
Actor Brandon Sklenar is hoping to reset the narrative around his latest movie, “It Ends with Us,” and its principal star, Blake Lively.