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Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens Endorses Abdul El-Sayed’s GOP Opponent in Tight Senate Faceoff
Democrat Haley Stevens, who was originally scheduled to appear today at an event with former primary rival Abdul El-Sayed, announced she is endorsing his Republican opponent in the Michigan Senate race, Mike Rogers. El-Sayed had urged Stevens not to attend any events for his campaign after she criticized his failure to condemn a pro-El-Sayed ad… -
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Allie Beth Stuckey Launches a New Space for Christian Women and Moms
Allie Beth Stuckey is a Christian, wife and mother, bestselling author, podcast host, a leader to hundreds of thousands of Christian conservative women, and now the founder of a new app. In January 2025, speaking at a pro-life conference in Washington, D.C., she had an idea that after nearly two years of work has come… -
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Faith Amidst Midterm Elections
Summary These are stressful times for the American people. Election season tends to be that way. Elections matter, and Americans are blessed to live in a country where we are guaranteed the right to vote for our representatives. If you love your country, you want to see it flourish, and there are probably candidates you… -
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The Fight Against ESG Is the Fight Against Cultural Marxism
Summary This is a story I’ve told before, but it’s worth telling again, in light of recent news. Exactly seven years ago today, I sat in a room full of people who had, in my estimation, the power to decide the fate of Western civilization. If that sounds a little hyperbolic, well, maybe you’re right…. -
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Victor Davis Hanson: Democrats’ Dirty Midterm Tricks Are Backfiring—and the Media Are Looking Away
Editor’s note: This is a lightly edited transcript of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words” from Daily Signal senior contributor Victor Davis Hanson. Subscribe to Hanson’s own YouTube channel to watch past episodes. Sami Winc: So Victor, we have the midterms coming up very soon and lots of things going on. I was wondering, before you… -
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Unclear Abortion Ballot Measures Leave Voters Unsure What They’re Voting For
With voters in four states considering abortion-related ballot measures this Tuesday, Clare Ath, senior policy analyst at Human Coalition, a pro-life nonprofit organization, said one of the challenges facing the movement is explaining to voters exactly what those abortion ballot measures would do. “The pro-abortion movement is trying their best to conflate abortion and miscarriage… -
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West Texas City to Vote on ‘Sanctuary for the Unborn’ Ordinance
A West Texas city will not only be voting for elected officials but will also be deciding on a pro-life ordinance to protect the unborn from abortion trafficking. Seminole is a small city that has a population of about 7,952 and sits 30 minutes away from Hobbs, New Mexico, a destination for one of the largest… -
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A Bishop and Theo Von
Theo Von is a comedian from Louisiana whose weekly podcast, “This Past Weekend,” reaches millions. In 2025, Spotify reported that Von’s podcast was the second-most-viewed, after Joe Rogan’s. “This Past Weekend” is a long-form podcast that touches on a wide range of topics. Recent guests have included Nick Saban, Candace Owens, Luke Bryan, and Mike… -
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In Final Days of Campaign, Pro-Life Group Speaks Out Against Ohio Democrats’ ‘Extreme Abortion Agenda’
FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL—After endorsing Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, back in early March, through its super PAC, Women Speak Out, Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America is continuing to show support in the final days before the midterms. Their particular aim: highlighting “the extreme abortion agenda” of Democrat candidates. An ad from the PAC targeting… -
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Talarico’s Radical Record Is Suddenly Getting a Moderate Makeover
Summary When Democrat state Rep. James Talarico tells you who he is, you should believe him. Or maybe not. Talarico is one of the most radical leftists in Texas politics, but from his recent campaign stunts, you’d never know it. Suddenly, he has flip-flopped away from his radical past on Immigration and Customs Enforcement, abortion,… -
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FBI Arrests 17-Year-Old Accused of Planning to Kill Congressman, ISIS-Inspired Attack
Federal authorities arrested a 17-year-old in Texas for allegedly plotting to murder Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, and carry out a terrorist attack on behalf of ISIS. According to local reports, the unidentified teenager had been on the FBI’s radar for some time, but after he acquired a firearm, agents arrested him on Oct. 5. The… -
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What Would Pope John Paul II Think About the European Protests?
Today is the feast of Pope St. John Paul II. His life and teachings offer a key to understanding the unease the world experiences today and indicate a path forward based on justice, responsibility, and the common good. Though published in 1991, his encyclical letter “Centesimus Annus” retains an extraordinary timeliness today, including in the… -
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Will the Supreme Court Find Room at the Grotto?
On Oct. 1, 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States agreed to hear Missionaries of Saint John the Baptist, Inc. v. Frederic and answer an important question: Does a regulation prohibiting a church from building a religious structure on its own property violate the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act? The answer is… -
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Everett School District Settles After Religious Nonprofit Sues Over Violation of First Amendment Rights
A religious education nonprofit has settled its lawsuit against the Everett School District in Washington state after suing the district for violating its First Amendment rights. The Everett School District, whose board director admitted “animus” toward LifeWise Academy, will be required “to undergo religious liberty training, make changes to district policies governing religious activities,… -
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Religious Liberty on Display in Virginia Elections
Catholics in all 70 parishes of the Diocese of Arlington heard the same letter read from the pulpit last month. Bishop Michael Burbidge asked every priest to urge a “no” vote on the two amendments to the Virginia Constitution that voters will decide on Nov. 3. This is religious liberty at work, and in much… -
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Documentary Claims Muslims Want America to Be Islamic State
Muslims in America want to transform the country into an Islamic state governed by Sharia law, according to Daily Signal contributor Steve Cortes’ latest documentary, “Muslims and Michigan: Opposites Don’t Attract.” In his 20-minute YouTube film, Cortes takes to the mosque-lined streets of Dearborn, Michigan to warn audiences about how Muslim politicians use their power… -
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Catholic Bishop Rallies Voters to ‘Confront the Evil’ at Ballot Box
Summary Bishop Michael Burbidge met with Catholic priests throughout the Diocese of Arlington last Thursday to reinforce the importance of defeating two constitutional amendments on the Virginia ballot. The proposed amendments have prompted an unprecedented effort by Burbidge to raise awareness among Virginia Catholics. Question 1 would expand abortion access throughout pregnancy while undermining parental… -
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New California Law Requires Churches to Implement Pro-LGBT ‘Anti-Hate Speech’ Training
THE WASHINGTON STAND—A newly enacted law in California that requires virtually all employers to give employees “anti-hate speech” training is raising red flags, as experts say that the mandate could force churches to provide training that conflicts with sincerely held biblical beliefs regarding sexuality, gender, and marriage. Late last month, California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a… -
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New Poll: How Likely Young Voters View Islamic Sharia Law
THE CENTER SQUARE—Nearly half of likely young voters, 43%, view Islamic Sharia law positively, according to a new poll. The demographic of likely voters between the ages of 18 and 24 hold a different view than the majority of voters polled of all ages, 57%, who hold a negative view. The poll was conducted by… -
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California Public Housing Measure Could Be Used to Confiscate Church Property, Experts Say
THE WASHINGTON STAND—A state law in California ostensibly meant to make it easier for religious institutions and nonprofit colleges to rezone their property for building low-income housing for the homeless is now being used to potentially confiscate church property, according to legal experts in the Golden State. The controversy began in October 2023, when California…