Today in Politics — Oct 22
Posted by PolicyWire
- History comes home as St Louis City top Columbus Crew to win US Open Cup — St Louis City’s first US Open Cup title connects a new club to the city’s long history in American soccer. For people who follow politics and policy, it also… — discuss · link - A megachurch pastor is running for Senate. Will Democrats vote for him? — A megachurch pastor seeking a Senate seat raises questions about the role of religious leadership in Democratic politics. It also puts electoral… — discuss · link - House Democrats forced to make tough choices with limited midterm cash — House Democrats’ main super PAC is reducing spending in several difficult races, showing how limited cash is narrowing the party’s ability to capitalize on… — discuss · link - U.S., Israel may attack Iran post-elections. And, SpaceX and Tesla consider merging — The U.S. and Israel are planning for a possible post-elections attack on Iran, an anonymous source tells NPR. And, Elon Musk considers merging his companies… — link - Brazil’s Sovereignty Is on the Ballot — A far-right win in the country’s presidential election would open the door to U.S. military activity on Brazilian soil. — link These stories point to how civic identity, religious leadership, campaign resources, and national sovereignty shape politics alongside formal institutions. They also show how elections can intersect with major security and corporate decisions. What are you seeing in your own communities about which institutions and identities are gaining political influence?