John Whitmire elected Houston's next mayor
Democratic Texas State Senator John Whitmire defeated Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee to win the nonpartisan election for Houston's mayor.
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A postcard from the Lesser-Known Candidate Forum, a New Hampshire primary tradition
A postcard from the "Lesser-Known Candidates Forum" where the longest of long-shot presidential candidates get a moment to make their pitch. (Story first aired on Morning Edition on December 8, 2023.)
The economy is a trouble spot for Biden despite strong signs. Here's why
Despite job growth, low unemployment and record spending, Americans are in a sour mood about the economy — and that could spell trouble for President Biden's reelection chances.
Facing a looming budget crisis, Houston voters will choose a new mayor Saturday
Houston voters will choose their next mayor Saturday in a runoff election between Texas State Sen. John Whitmire and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.
A postcard from the Lesser-Known Candidate Forum, a New Hampshire primary tradition
In New Hampshire, it's relatively easy to get your name on the presidential primary ballot — so there's a slew of lesser-known candidates seeking a spotlight for ideas and, well, performance art.
This new council member's vote for himself won him the election
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Ryan Roth, newly-elected city council member for Rainier, Wash., about winning his seat by one vote — a vote he cast himself.
What the Koch Network's endorsement of Nikki Haley could mean for women in politics
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Kira Sonbonmatsu about the fundraising disparities between women and men running for political office.
How the Republican presidential candidates view Jan. 6, democracy and voting issues
Here's where the current notable GOP hopefuls, including Donald Trump, stand on issues of democracy and election integrity.
5 major takeaways — and one thing missing — from the fourth Republican debate
As four candidates hotly debated issues ranging from foreign policy to gender identity to immigration, it's clear Nikki Haley is seen as a threat and Trump still looms large even when he's not there.
'Rebuild the base': How the Biden campaign will tackle a possible Trump rematch
A campaign manager for President Biden outlines the strategy if there's a repeat of the 2020 election against Donald Trump, and how Democrats plan to win over voters once again.