How Democratic Party Went From Supporting Slavery To Backing Kamala Harris
Founded by Thomas Jefferson, the Democratic Party (Democratic-Republican Party) is the oldest political party in the US. Initially rooted in agrarian ideals and a defence of states' rights, it attracted support from rural Americans, particularly in the South.
A historic candidacy: Kamala Harris and the evolution of the Democratic Party
As the United States approaches the November 5 election, the Democratic Party stands at a historic juncture with Kamala Harris as the party's official nominee. This nomination reflects a legacy of evolution that has transformed the Democrats from their origins in the early days of the republic to a modern entity championing inclusivity and progressive values.
Knives Out for Kamala Harris as Democratic Blame Game Begins
Democratic figures have hit out against Vice President Kamala Harris, her choice of running mate, and how she ran her campaign following the vice president's crushing election defeat to Donald Trump.
Democrat Blame Game Ramps Up After Stunning Harris Defeat
The Democratic Party on Wednesday morning began a painful postmortem on Kamala Harris’ campaign, which ended in a bitter defeat to Donald Trump on Election Day. The Republican president-elect scored a stunning victory despite polls showing an astonishingly close race.
Kamala Harris tells supporters it’s ‘going to be OK’ after blowout election loss, casts herself as Democratic leader in defiant concession speech
Vice President Kamala Harris finally conceded her blowout election loss to former President Donald Trump Wednesday — consoling supporters and saying she would “never give up the fight” despite accepting the outcome.
How many Republican and Democratic presidents has the United States had?
Explore the journey of U.S. history through presidential leadership. How have Republican and Democratic presidents shaped our nation?
How the Democratic Donkey and the Republican Elephant came to be
In 1828, during his presidential campaign, Democratic leader Andrew Jackson's opponents referred to him as a 'jackass,' which ...
Presidential election would head to Congress if electoral votes don't reach 270
To secure the White House, a presidential candidate needs to win a majority of electoral votes — at least 270. While unlikely ...
Trump’s comeback victory, after reshaping his party and national politics, looks a lot like Andrew Jackson’s in 1828
Likewise, Trump has reshaped the Republican Party. His influence has been evident in Republican primary contests, where candidates aligned with Trump’s vision succeeded, and opponents – the so-called ...
The Democrats: How former advocates of slavery became a party for Black and immigrant voters
The Democratic Party has nominated Kamala Harris to run for President of the United States. Yet, this party carries the ...
How Missouri has voted for president in the state's history
The Republican Party's candidate has won the past six straight elections in Missouri, and since 1968, the Democratic ...
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Democrats will again control Pennsylvania House after holding on to one-seat majority
The Pennsylvania House will remain under Democratic control in 2025 as the party held on to all 102 of its seats — including ...
Ballot box bedlam: Revisiting some of the most controversial elections in US history
The 2000 election between Democratic nominee Vice President Al Gore and Republican George W. Bush came down to a ...
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COMMENTARY: Trump comeback echoes Andrew Jackson
As the nation prepares for a second Donald Trump presidency, some history-minded people may seek understanding in the idea ...
The Democratic Party Realignment That Empowered Trump
Since the 1970s, the Democratic Party has realigned—a shift that might have cost Kamala Harris the White House.