David Sherfinski
Articles by David Sherfinski
Sen. Michael Bennet unveils plan aimed at curbing corruption, bolstering voting rights
Sen. Michael Bennet on Thursday rolled out a plan designed to curb the influence of money in politics and bolster voting rights, among other priorities, saying that making headway on issues like climate change and taxes will require big changes to the political system itself. Published June 20, 2019
Bernie Sanders: ‘Corporate wing’ slam of Democrats wasn’t about Elizabeth Warren
Sen. Bernard Sanders said his criticism this week of the "corporate wing" of the Democratic party wasn't directed at Sen. Elizabeth Warren, one of his rivals for the party's 2020 presidential nomination. Published June 20, 2019
Cory Booker unveils plan to start clemency process for 17,000 nonviolent drug offenders
Sen. Cory A. Booker on Thursday announced that if elected to the White House, he would immediately move to start the clemency process for about 17,000 nonviolent drug offenders, in what his presidential campaign billed as "the most sweeping clemency initiative in more than 150 years." Published June 20, 2019
Joe Biden again invokes segregationist senators: We detested what they stood for
At a fundraiser Wednesday evening, former Vice President Joseph R. Biden again invoked his experience working with segregationist senators, as he's taking incoming fire from his 2020 presidential rivals for talking up his past work with them. Published June 20, 2019
Cory Booker: I don’t understand why Joe Biden ‘needs this lesson’
Sen. Cory A. Booker on Wednesday said there will be no forthcoming apology from him to 2020 presidential rival Joseph R. Biden and that he doesn't understand why Mr. Biden needs a "lesson" after the former vice president held out his past work with segregationist senators as an example of civility. Published June 20, 2019
Biden maintains lead over 2020 contenders as Warren passes Sanders: poll
Former Vice President Joseph R. Biden remains the front-runner among the 2020 Democratic contenders, but Sen. Elizabeth Warren is on the move, passing Sen. Bernard Sanders for second place, according to a Monmouth University poll released Wednesday. Published June 19, 2019
Joe Biden holds double-digit lead over nearest competitor for 2020 Democratic nomination: Poll
Former Vice President Joseph R. BIden holds a double-digit lead over his nearest competitor for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination, according to a national Suffolk University/USA TODAY poll released Wednesday. Published June 19, 2019
Brad Parscale, Trump campaign manager, scoffs at polls: ‘The fakest thing’
Amid fresh polling that suggests President Trump has a tough path to reelection, Mr. Trump's 2020 campaign manager is dismissing the utility of modern polling almost entirely. Published June 19, 2019
Steve Bullock supports death penalty in ‘limited’ circumstances
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock said he supports the death penalty in "limited circumstances" -- a stance that distinguishes the former state attorney general from the crowded 2020 Democratic presidential field. Published June 19, 2019
Julian Castro: I agree with ‘sentiment’ behind Ocasio-Cortez’s ‘concentration camp’ comment
Democratic presidential hopeful Julian Castro on Wednesday said he agrees with the "sentiment" of Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's likening the situation at the United States' southern border to concentration camps. Published June 19, 2019
Joe Biden tells well-heeled donors: We may not want to ‘demonize’ anyone who’s made money
Former Vice President Joseph R. Biden told a group of donors on Tuesday that he doesn't necessarily want to "demonize" people who have made money. Published June 19, 2019
South Bend police chief clarifies body camera rules at Pete Buttigieg’s request after shooting
At the request of South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, the city's police chief issued a general order on Tuesday clarifying that police officers are expected to keep their body cameras activated when they're engaging with citizens, in the wake of a fatal officer-involved shooting that has kept Mr. Buttigieg off the presidential campaign trail in recent days. Published June 19, 2019
Tim Ryan defends simultaneous bids for president and House seat
Rep. Tim Ryan on Tuesday defended the fact that he plans to run for reelection in 2020 as he also mounts a bid for the White House, saying it doesn't make sense to simply cede the influence he's won for his Ohio constituents if his presidential bid doesn't work out. Published June 18, 2019
Joe Biden indicates campaign may have already raised close to $20 million
Former Vice President Joseph R. Biden outlined fundraising figures for his presidential campaign that suggest he's already secured about $20 million in contributions, which would be more than any other Democratic presidential contender brought in from donors in the entire first quarter of 2019. Published June 18, 2019
Bullock to hit IA, NH during debate, Moulton plans go to Miami anyway
Candidates who didn't qualify for the Democrats' opening presidential debate next week are trying to turn their failure into an opportunity, using the snubs to rally supporters and cast themselves as agents of change in a broken process. Published June 18, 2019
Trump improves standing against Dem rivals in PA, WI, but still underwater: polls
President Trump has improved his standing in the key battleground states of Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, though his job approval rating among voters in those states and Michigan is still underwater, according to a survey released Tuesday. Published June 18, 2019
Bill de Blasio backs driver’s licenses for illegal immigrants
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said he supports illegal immigrants being able to get driver's licenses, amid a newly-enacted law in New York state allowing them to do so. Published June 18, 2019
Amy Klobuchar outlines more than 100 agenda items for first 100 days in office
Sen. Amy Klobuchar on Tuesday outlined a comprehensive agenda for her first 100 days in office if elected president that entails acting unilaterally to roll back various Trump administration policies as well as pushing legislation in various areas like immigration, gun control, and health care. Published June 18, 2019
Joe Biden, Elizabeth Warren stakes high while others seek breakout moment at debate
With the stages now set for the first Democratic presidential debate next week, leading candidates like former Vice President Joseph R. Biden and Sen. Elizabeth Warren will look to back up their statuses as the best-polling candidates on their respective stages, while lesser-known candidates face their own pressure of scoring a breakout moment to propel their campaigns forward. Published June 16, 2019
Donald Trump’s evangelical Christians aim to grow voter bloc
Evangelical Christians were the backbone of President Trump's 2016 victory, and he is doing even better among them as he prepares for 2020, according to polling that shows strong support and religious-right leaders who say they are working to translate that into votes. Published June 16, 2019
