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Li Zhou

Li Zhou

Former Politics and Policy Reporter

    Latest articles by Li Zhou

    Explain It to Me
    Can Trump run again in 2028? Here’s what you need to know.Can Trump run again in 2028? Here’s what you need to know.
    Explain It to Me

    Here’s what to know about the 22nd Amendment.

    By Li Zhou
    Politics
    Conspiracy theories are spreading about Trump’s win. They’re false.Conspiracy theories are spreading about Trump’s win. They’re false.
    Politics

    The misinformation that’s proliferating rests on faulty assumptions.

    By Li Zhou
    2024 Elections
    The serious implications of a Republican SenateThe serious implications of a Republican Senate
    2024 Elections

    GOP lawmakers will have a pivotal say over judges — and policy priorities.

    By Li Zhou
    Politics
    When we’ll know the next president — and your other biggest election questions, answeredWhen we’ll know the next president — and your other biggest election questions, answered
    Politics

    The races that matter, when the polls close, and more, explained.

    By Li Zhou
    Politics
    How safe is your vote from manipulation?How safe is your vote from manipulation?
    Politics

    Some election deniers are now election officials. That has caused concern.

    By Li Zhou
    Politics
    Could Republicans really lose a Senate race in Nebraska?Could Republicans really lose a Senate race in Nebraska?
    Politics

    Independent Dan Osborn is closing in on the GOP incumbent.

    By Li Zhou
    Politics
    Michelle Obama made the case for abortion rights in a way Joe Biden never couldMichelle Obama made the case for abortion rights in a way Joe Biden never could
    Politics

    In a searing speech, Obama laid out exactly what’s at stake.

    By Li Zhou
    Culture
    Reality dating shows need to reckon with their toxic men problemReality dating shows need to reckon with their toxic men problem
    Culture

    Lying, cheating, and dark pasts are a feature — not a bug — on TV’s biggest shows.

    By Li Zhou
    Politics
    The massive gender gap in the election, in 2 chartsThe massive gender gap in the election, in 2 charts
    Politics

    Women could deliver this election for Vice President Kamala Harris.

    By Li Zhou
    Politics
    Beyoncé has officially endorsed Kamala Harris. Will it matter?Beyoncé has officially endorsed Kamala Harris. Will it matter?
    Politics

    The superstar’s backing comes with massive reach and influence.

    By Li Zhou