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Florida death-row inmate set for execution after five decades
world1 month ago

Florida death-row inmate set for execution after five decades

A 74-year-old Florida inmate, Harold Gene Lucas, is scheduled for a three-drug lethal injection at Florida State Prison after spending 50 years on death row for the 1976 murder of 16-year-old Jill Piper and wounding two friends. Lucas declined post-conviction appeals, and the case includes multiple death sentences and later resentencings. Florida has carried out more executions this year, with Gov. Ron DeSantis having signed warrants for two additional inmates in September. The article outlines Lucas’s conviction history and the broader context of Florida’s ongoing use of the death penalty.

via The Independent|
#florida#fort-myers#miami
Democrat narrows gap in Butler County PA special election
politics-state1 month ago

Democrat narrows gap in Butler County PA special election

In a closely watched Butler County special election for Pennsylvania’s 12th state House District, Democrat Brandon Dukes led Republican Scott Timko by 88 votes (about 0.5%) with all precincts reporting, in a district that Trump carried by 18 points. The race will determine whether Republicans hold the House with a slim majority and sets up a rematch in November as both candidates vie for a full two-year term.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|
#butler-county#democrat#pa-politics
Darline Graham Takes South Carolina’s Senate Seat Left by Her Late Brother
politics2 months ago

Darline Graham Takes South Carolina’s Senate Seat Left by Her Late Brother

Republican Darline Graham has been chosen to serve a six-year term in South Carolina’s Senate, filling the seat left by her late brother; Trump reportedly endorsed or expressed support for her appointment in an Oval Office meeting, but within SC there is little public record of her policy positions, placing her under national scrutiny as she steps into a high-profile role.

via NBC News|
#darline-graham#politics#republican
Trump advisers urged limiting primetime election-fraud address, report says
us-politics2 months ago

Trump advisers urged limiting primetime election-fraud address, report says

The Independent reports that Trump’s advisers tried to steer him away from a primetime address on 2020 election grievances, with some GOP operatives saying voters care more about the economy; after internal debate, Trump pressed ahead, while a pitch was made to have White House press secretary Leavitt brief reporters instead. The speech referenced declassified material and election-security efforts, drew mixed reactions inside the party, and was criticized by some as a stalling tactic even as White House officials hailed it as a success.

via The Independent|
#donald-trump#election-fraud#republican
politics3 months ago

Cash Wins the Runoff: Rick Jackson Tops Trump-Backed Burt Jones in Georgia GOP Primary

Health-care executive Rick Jackson spent over $100 million of his own wealth to win Georgia's GOP gubernatorial runoff, defeating Trump-backed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and showing that massive self-funding can override endorsements; despite Kemp's support for Jones, Jackson drew help from figures like Chris Carr, Ted Cruz, and Rick Scott and will face Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms (with Sen. Jon Ossoff) in November.

via Politico|
#elections#fundraising#georgia
Missouri GOP Rep. Graves Exits Reelection Bid, Eyes Next Chapter
politics6 months ago

Missouri GOP Rep. Graves Exits Reelection Bid, Eyes Next Chapter

Missouri Republican Rep. Sam Graves, longtime chair of the House Transportation Committee, said he will not seek reelection in the 6th District GOP primary and plans to pivot to a new career after a 34-year political career. His departure could open a more competitive race in a district reshaped by recent maps, with several Republicans already weighing bids to succeed him.

via STLPR|
#congress#elections#missouri
Bailey clinches GOP nomination in Illinois rematch with Pritzker
politics6 months ago

Bailey clinches GOP nomination in Illinois rematch with Pritzker

Darren Bailey won the Illinois GOP gubernatorial primary with just under 54% of the vote, earning a rematch against incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker in November. Bailey, a downstate farmer who lost to Pritzker in 2022, ran a quieter campaign this time, while Pritzker portraying him as aligned with Trump and attacking his policies. The primary included rivals Ted Dabrowski, James Mendrick and Rick Heidner, and Bailey’s personal tragedy earlier this year helped shape his campaign narrative.

via Chicago Tribune|
#elections#governor#illinois
Roasted Runway: BuzzFeed Readers Call Out Republican Style Trends
lifestyle7 months ago

Roasted Runway: BuzzFeed Readers Call Out Republican Style Trends

A BuzzFeed Community post crowdsources thoughts on fashion and beauty looks that people say “scream I’m a Republican,” listing goatee with wrap-around Oakleys, MAGA-era outfits, Christian tees, heavy makeup and veneers, cowboy/country aesthetics, oversized crosses, and other stereotypes—presented in a humorous, opinionated roundup that invites readers to weigh in.

via BuzzFeed|
#beauty#buzzfeed#fashion
politics8 months ago

Ex-NBA star Dudley launches second bid for Oregon governor

Former Portland Trail Blazers center Chris Dudley announced a second bid to become Oregon governor as a Republican, arguing for less divisiveness and a focus on public safety, affordability and education. Dudley, who came within two points of defeating Gov. John Kitzhaber in 2010, will face a GOP primary that includes state Sen. Christine Drazan. In a state where Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek's approval has hovered under 50% and Democrats hold a registration edge, the race is uphill for Republicans, even as donors like Nike co-founder Phil Knight have backed GOP efforts in Oregon.

via Politico|
#chris-dudley#governor-election#oregon