Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Janelle Anyanonu, Mexico House of Representatives District 19

New Mexico is a state of wide open spaces, but most people in the state live in and around the largest city, Albuquerque. In the small section of city that encompasses La Mesa, Trumbull Village, and the International District, Janelle Anyanonu (she/her) has been the state representative for the past three and a half years. A former member of the New Mexico Black Central Organizing Committee, Janelle is descended from Nigerian immigrants and has spent her whole life in the state. During her first term in the House, this millennial Burqueña was one of five sponsors of legislation to protect abortion rights and gender-affirming care in New Mexico; the law passed and became the Reproductive and Gender-Affirming Health Care Freedom Act, ensuring access to healthcare denied to millions of others in many of the surrounding states. Janelle sings in the choir of St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral in Albuquerque and is an avid embroiderer of blackwork and cross-stitch projects.

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Why Spinal Cord Stimulator Patients Are Pursuing Product Claims

St. Louis has long served as a regional center for advanced medical care, drawing patients from across Missouri and neighboring communities seeking specialized treatment for chronic pain and complex health conditions. For many individuals living with persistent nerve pain, reduced mobility, or failed back surgery syndrome, implantable medical devices have offered hope when other treatment options provided limited relief. Yet as more patients undergo these procedures, questions have emerged about whether every device performs as safely and reliably as expected. 

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Punk Band Triple Lutz Talks their New EP “In The Hands of An Angry Mob”, Cancel Culture, and Celebrating Queerness

Oregon-based punk band, Triple Lutz, embraces a lack of labels in everything they pursue. Their music and their identities are constantly evolving and changing beyond what can be seen inside the box. They work closely with organizations that promote mentorship and community among musicians of all kinds to spread their sound and make connections.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Crystal Sedillo, Texas House of Representatives, District 30

There has been recent talk of a Blue Wave coming for Texas. Texas has seemed tantalizingly close for Democrats for over a decade now, always on the cusp of becoming a “blue” state. Indeed, there are more Democrats in the US House of Representatives from Texas than any state except for California, New York, and Illinois. In the Texas House of Representatives, there are 62 (out of 150), or over 40%.

Texas’ 30th District, a sprawling district between Houston and San Antonio, is currently held by a Republican, but Democrats are betting that the district will flip in 2026, to Crystal Sedillo (her/she), a millennial Latina mother of six who is native to the district and has a background in education. Crystal is very active in local activism, advocating for her neighbors by working to stop the building of data centers, create free programs for schoolchildren, and prevent local African American history from being erased. In her campaign platform, Crystal is most passionate about preserving and expanding civil rights and workers’ rights and exposing corruption. Her priorities include strengthening public education, expanding access to affordable health care, protecting voting rights, and creating economic opportunities in underserved communities.

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Best Golf Simulators for Accurate Outdoor Course Experience

Most golfers don't realize how wide the gap is between a mediocre simulator setup and one that actually replicates outdoor ball flight. The best golf simulators close that gap with precise spin-rate capture, accurate launch-angle tracking, and course libraries that feel genuinely real. Choosing one gets complicated fast, especially when ceiling height limits your options, hardware costs stack up quickly, and budget constraints push you toward systems that underperform on mis-hit shots. After reviewing the top options across residential and commercial categories, this guide breaks down five of the strongest contenders on the market.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Francesca Hong, Governor of Wisconsin

Before 2016, the last time Wisconsin had voted for a Republican was in 1984. If, like me, you are wondering what caused the transformation from a solidly Democratic state in presidential elections to one that supported a right-wing candidate, the answer has something to do with Wisconsin’s labor history. Once the only state that voted for the Progressive Party in 1924, and a state where Socialist Eugene V. Debs won over 11% of the vote in 1920, the reason for Wisconsin’s progressive politics had to do with the strength of organized labor in the state, and the support of workers for candidates who were solidly pro-worker. But in the 21st Century, with the systematic dismantling of unions’ power in the state, along with the rise of grievance politics that struck a nerve with disempowered workers, many in the working class in Wisconsin ironically decided to politically support the same party that took away their power.

We are hoping that change starts now, with the re-empowerment of the working class by progressive politicians. Francesca Hong (she/her), is one such candidate. Fran is a millennial State Assemblywoman and is running for Governor as a Democratic Socialist. Fran is solidly working class - in addition to her job as a lawmaker, she is a line cook and bartender in a restaurant. Fran’s platform is all about providing more for the working class: universal childcare, paid leave for all, fairer cheaper healthcare, and fully funded public education. In addition, she advocates for the abolition of ICE, and introduced legislation aimed to “protect Wisconsin residents from the terroristic overreaches of DHS’s occupation of our communities.”

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Why thinking about the future doesn’t have to be difficult

Many people avoid conversations about later life because the subject feels uncomfortable or overwhelming. Rising living costs, changing family responsibilities and ongoing pressure on household budgets can also make future planning seem like something you can always deal with another day. Yet small, thoughtful decisions now often remove strain later on. When you approach planning in manageable stages, you give yourself more control over practical matters and reduce uncertainty for the people closest to you. You do not need to solve everything at once. A clear plan simply helps you make informed choices at a pace that feels realistic for your circumstances.

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Notep Draws Strength Through Coral Reefs for Upcoming EP

Notep is an electronic musician from Thailand who obtains inspiration and power through the beauty of the oceans, the coral reefs, and nature as a whole. PAKARANG is her upcoming Earth Day-themed EP that details how humanity and nature are one and the same more than they are opposites. She has done work with many environmental organizations including her own initiative called High on Your Own Supply that promotes environmentalism and sustainability to the younger generation through events, projects and lessons.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Amanda Gonzalez, Colorado Secretary of State

Amanda Gonzalez (she/her), is running for Colorado Secretary of State this year. A bisexual millennial attorney, she is currently the Clerk and Recorder for Jefferson County, Colorado. Amanda is a member of the Colorado Hispanic Bar Association, Colorado Women's Bar Association, and Colorado LGBTQ+ Bar Association. She is running to protect every Coloradan’s vote from interference, expand voting rights, and keep Colorado’s election system secure.

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5 Best Korean Learning Classes for One-on-One Speaking Practice

Most people underestimate how different Korean is from any Western language before they start learning it. The best Korean learning sites don't just teach vocabulary. They build the listening reflexes and speaking instincts that grammar charts alone can't develop. Hangul takes most learners a weekend to crack, but honorifics and speech levels can trip you up for years. After reviewing dozens of platforms across categories, this guide covers five options worth your time, from live tutor networks to vocabulary tools built around real retention.

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Maren Davidsen Knows Her Worth and Isn’t Afraid to State It

Maren Davidsen is a Norwegian singer and songwriter who blends Nordic Americana with country influences to tell stories of growth and change both in her relationship with others and her relationship with herself. She discusses her latest single releases, how she balances existing in so many places at once and what her debut album means to her. She is passionate about encouraging empathy and aid for the homeless in her country and beyond.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Melat Kiros, Colorado's 1st Congressional District

The group Justice Democrats is a progressive campaign finance reform organization that endorses candidates who refuse to accept donations from corporate PACs and lobbyists. This year, they are primarily running in states like New York, California, and Illinois, but one endorsed candidate is running in Colorado: Melat Kiros (she/her), a Gen Z former attorney. Melat was born in Ethiopia and immigrated with her family to the United States at the start of the Ethiopian-Eritrean War. In the middle of this campaign for US Congress, she is also working on a PhD in Public Affairs. A one-time barista who worried about making rent, Melat has first-hand experience as a working-class woman and brings that experience to her campaign, which is centered on Medicare for All, abolishing ICE, getting big money out of politics, housing as a human right, and holding AI companies accountable before they eliminate entire workforces without a safety net.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Stanford Fraser, Maryland House of Delegates District 24

Stanford Fraser (he/him), a Black millennial public defender. A graduate of Howard University in Washington, DC and Harvard Law School, Stanford is a die-hard Game of Thrones fan and Pokemon card collector. He has testified to the state government regarding legislation to ban no-knock warrants, require body cameras for police, and decriminalize drug possession. A former Amnesty International volunteer, he organized area college students and led protests to abolish Maryland’s death penalty, which Maryland did that same year. Today, Stanford’s platform rests on the pillars of criminal justice reform, overhauling healthcare, and lowering utility bills for Prince George’s residents.

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End of Life Preparation: The Gift Your Family Needs (But Nobody Talks About)

End of life preparation sits at the bottom of our to-do lists, tucked away between tasks we'd rather not think about. We convince ourselves there's plenty of time. Yet procrastinating on this planning leaves our families guessing our wishes during an already difficult time. In fact, waiting until the "right time" can be too late. End of life care planning goes beyond paperwork. It relieves your loved ones from making tough choices without guidance. 

In this article, we'll explore the key documents you'll need for end-of-life planning, review an end-of-life preparation checklist, and discuss how to communicate your wishes effectively. Taking these steps can ease the burden on your loved ones and help ensure your decisions are honored.

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The Importance of Social Wellness: Why We Need Community Now More Than Ever

Despite our dependence on cellphones and social media, many people are feeling lonelier and more disconnected than ever. In a technology-driven world, real social connections can feel rare. But your social wellness matters more than you realize. Here are some ways you can build community and meaningful connections. 

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - David Orkin, New York State Assembly District 38

David Orkin (he/him), a gay millennial immigrant workers’ rights attorney and union organizer, is running as a Democratic Socialist to unseat Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar, a close political ally of former NYC mayor Eric Adams. David has dedicated his life to the immigrant rights, and labor solidarity movements, working in migrant shelters in Mexico, in the desert and detention centers of Arizona, with people fighting deportations, and with workers organizing in Queens. He is centering his campaign around affordable rent, healthcare and childcare, and abolishing ICE.

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Kelli Blanchett and Sad Tunes

Kelli Blanchett will seduce you with her soft sad melodies as she shares her life through her music. As a survivor of chronic illness she is a passionate advocate of disability rights and representation. We are excited about her new album Casual Dining, and had the opportunity to discuss it and her humanitarian work with her here.

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