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Christian nationalism takes a beating at the polls

Christian nationalism, at least in its official Trump-inspired manifestations in Washington, D.C., may have been handed a significant setback in the midterm elections. Democrat James Talarico’s 55%-43% trouncing of Ken Paxton in Texas’ U.S. Senate race, together with the victory…

‘Latino voters sent a clear message about their anger and concern’

The so-called “blue tsunami” that swept Republicans from state and federal office in the Nov. 3 midterms was driven by all sorts of Americans irate with President Donald Trump’s ever-worsening handling of issues ranging from the economy, immigration and, in…

When hope and history rhyme but justice hasn’t reached every shore

Across the United States, voters turned out in remarkable numbers, sending a powerful message that they long for a different direction for our country. A blue wave swept across much of the political landscape, bringing with it renewed hope that…

Griffen elected county judge in Little Rock

A Baptist pastor and former columnist for BNG was elected county judge for Pulaski County, Ark., Tuesday. Wendell Griffen, pastor of New Millennium Baptist Church in Little Rock, ran as a Democrat and outpaced Republican Michael Rushin, 65.53% to 34.47%….

Daughter of BNG columnist helps flip Tarrant County blue

The daughter of a BNG columnist helped flipped the last urban county in Texas from red to blue in this week’s midterm elections. Lydia Bean, daughter of BNG columnist Alan Bean, was elected county clerk, defeating Republican Mary Louise Nicholson,…

In Texas, school vouchers will be challenged by new governor

While national attention fell on the race for U.S. Senate in Texas, other monumental changes are likely from down-ballot races that also went to Democrats for the first time in decades. Among those are a shakeup in the Texas Supreme…

When democracy begins to look like dictatorship

One of the great dilemmas of our time is that the language of democracy remains strong while the practice of democratic leadership grows weak. Nations hold elections. Constitutions remain in place. Courts hear cases, parties campaign and leaders speak about…

A blessing for Election Night

I circle the courthouse three times before I can find a parking space. Even on a Tuesday night, downtown Greensboro, N.C., is alive. This isn’t surprising in a multi-college town. There are pubs, clubs and watering holes lining the streets….

Justices appear inclined to allow Colorado schools to discriminate

The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments Nov. 3 in a Colorado case that could fundamentally alter the balance between nondiscrimination and religious freedom laws. And all indications were that the court’s conservative majority is inclined to allow faith-based schools…