Democratic Party Divide, Lettuce is Saving You Green, Colombia Rescue Efforts
Up First from NPR
Aug 13, 2026
Recent primary results in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin demonstrate a fractured Democratic base. While anti-establishment candidates are successfully re-energizing disconnected voters, their narrow margins and ideological stances risk alienating broader coalitions. Success in the general election now hinges on whether the party can unify these disparate factions without losing critical moderate support.
Key insight: Lettuce prices plunged over 16% in a single month—the largest drop on record—driven by consumer anxiety following a foodborne illness outbreak, which temporarily helped lower overall grocery inflation.
