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Midterm Elections 2026: Our Last Chance to Save the Economy, Curb Trump and Restore Democracy

David Fagin and Keith GirardAugust 2, 2026August 2, 2026
Donald Trump is threatening the midterm elections as his poll numbers sink. (Photo: NYI Collage)
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Trump Threatens Midterm Elections; Here Are His Illegal Schemes, Scams

Jim AstrachanFebruary 14, 2026February 16, 2026
Did Kanye West Trump Bromance Sink Stacey Abrams and Andrew Gillum?
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Did Kanye West Trump Bromance Sink Stacey Abrams and Andrew Gillum?

Keith GirardNovember 8, 2018November 8, 2018
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Midterm Voters Could Finally Break Special Interest Lock on Democracy

Keith GirardOctober 30, 2018November 1, 2018

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Commentary

  • U.S. troops are engulfed by a sandstorm during the 2003 Iraq invasion. Trump is caught in the same trap. (Photo: U.S. Marines)Trump’s Failure to Learn the Lessons of Bush’s Iraq War Has Turned His Illegal Iran War Into a Quagmire

Politics

  • A Latin American delegation visted China for the 2025 China-CELAC Forum, a symbol of China's growing influence in the region. (Photo: )China Latin America Foothold Grows, Organized Crime Follows, After Trump Cutbacks Open Door

Culture

  • larry ellisonWhy This Paramount /Warner Bros. Antitrust Lawsuit Is Important to All Americans

Celebrities

  • Alli Dore, Below DeckAlli Dore Has Ribs ‘Recontoured’: Latest Celebrity Beauty Fad Raises Risk, Ethics Concerns

Art

  • John Galliano gowns for Dior, circa 2011, on display in Moscow. exhibition, 2011)Met Ruffles Feathers Like a Galliano Gown for Bestowing Designer With Costume Institute Honors

Music

  • Mark Bego (r) with some of the subjects of his books, Randy Jones, Micky Dolenz and Debbie Gibson. (Photo: Mark Bego)Mark Bego Talks in an NYI Q&A About Resurgent Village People, Madonna, Michael and Micky

Show

  • Montego Glover (right) and Jean Lichty explore the feminist ideal in 'An American Daughter.' (Photo: )Montego Glover Explains Why Off-Broadway’s ‘An American Daughter,’ Still Resonates 30 Years Later

Film & TV

  • mutiny jasonstatham mutinyonthames rgbJason Statham Punches High With First Production, Mutiny, See New Trailer, Plus Behind the Scenes!

Fashion

  • John Galliano gowns for Dior, circa 2011, on display in Moscow. exhibition, 2011)Met Ruffles Feathers Like a Galliano Gown for Bestowing Designer With Costume Institute Honors

Events

  • Eddie Murphy Pete Davidson PickupEddie Murphy, Pete Davidson Host LA Premiere of New Comedy ‘The Pickup’ (Photos! Video!)

Dining

  • he arrival of the new Populares Mexican Restaurant & Bar on Avenue B on the Lower East Side should spice up the competition.Populares Mexican Restaurant Spices Up East Village With Twist on Traditional Mexican Fare

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