“What’s the Point?” Inside a Navajo Nation Election Marked by Distrust
Young Diné voters are preparing to cast their first ballots as the Nation weighs marriage equality, economic opportunity, basic services and whether their government can deliver.
The state’s official tally says 677 young people lack housing. Advocates say that number misses thousands living on couches, moving between shelters and trying to stay hidden.
Students described threats of sexual violence, physical assaults and bullying because they are queer or transgender. Meanwhile, school records show hundreds of documented safety incidents with little recorded response.
When the libraries close and the cooling centers shut down, there’s nowhere left to hide from the heat. Six Phoenix residents told us how they survive the night on the streets.
New LOOKOUT survey found fewer than 30% of Democrats and Independents fully trust U.S. elections. Instead of the right’s fraud claims, they blame gerrymandering, voter suppression, money in politics and fears of federal interference.
The openly gay Republican has built his political career opposing LGBTQ+ inclusion — particularly transgender rights. He's reposted antisemitic conspiracy theories and claimed to be a reincarnated "Black gangbanger." Still, he's been endorsed by sitting and past lawmakers.
Despite HB 4117’s exceptions for peaceful protest, its opponents and even some supporters are worried the bill could cause a free speech chilling effect.
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