Paul Ryan Retiring? »
Paul Ryan, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, announced last week that he will not be seeking another term when his current Read more…
Gerrymandering: How to “Shape” an Election »
In a democratic election, whichever candidate gets the most votes wins. If more people vote for Democrat candidates, then the Democrats become the Read more…
Government Shutdown: The Sequel »
Just three weeks after the federal government shut down for five days, it shut down again. This time, though, you may have missed Read more…
Trump’s State of the Union »
On January 30, President Trump gave his annual State of the Union address. It was the third-longest such speech in history: one hour Read more…
Republicans Not Seeking Reelection »
When Republican Representative Darrell Issa of California announced last week that he would not be seeking re-election in November, he was responsible for Read more…
The Latest Immigration Crisis »
Immigration reform has been one of the most controversial issues of Donald Trump’s presidency so far. Last week, Congress and the president took Read more…
The Not-So-Neutral Net? »
When you go online, do you expect to be able to access any Web site you choose? Do you want to view or Read more…
Roy Moore and #MeToo »
Back in October, Election Central brought you the story of Roy Moore’s victory over “Big Luther” Strange in the contentious Republican primary Read more…
Ohio Representative Resigns »
Another special election is looming: this time, in Ohio. Republican Representative Pat Tiberi has announced that he will be leaving Congress, effective in Read more…
Skinny Repeal Dies on Senate Floor »
The saga over health care continued last week, as the Senate voted no on the latest Republican repeal effort late last Thursday night. Read more…