Election Day Results in Republican Gains
CREDIT: The White House Photo Office/Pete Souza
3 Nov
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Election Day Results in Republican Gains »

After polls closed around the country on November 2nd, a shift in the balance of power occurred. Some races are still being tallied, Read more…

A Review of the Vice Presidential Debate
18 Oct
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

A Review of the Vice Presidential Debate »

Closing Statements Vice President Biden said that the Obama administration entered the White House in a [terrible economic] situation. Biden said they have Read more…

The First Debate
Credit: Charlie Neibergall/AP Images
5 Oct
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

The First Debate »

On October 3, 2012, Republican candidate, Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama engaged in their first of three televised debates. Held at the University of Denver in Colorado, the debate was moderated by Jim Lehrer. The debate was divided into six sections of fifteen minutes each, allowing each candidate a two minute opening statement to [...]
Obama Campaign Bytes for August
The McGraw-Hill Companies
16 Aug
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Obama Campaign Bytes for August »

As the Democrats approach their convention, President Obama and Vice President Biden are facing some new challenges in their run for a second Read more…

August Campaign Bytes: Paul Ryan Edition
Gage Skidmore
16 Aug
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

August Campaign Bytes: Paul Ryan Edition »

Early Saturday morning, Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney announced his choice for vice presidential running mate. He selected Wisconsin Congressman Paul Ryan. Ryan Read more…

Romney Sets Sights on the General Election
Gage Skidmore
11 May
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Romney Sets Sights on the General Election »

On May 8, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney won 3 more primary contests in Indiana, North Carolina, and West Virginia. While Romney still Read more…

Race for the Senate 2012
Official Photo - Jim Webb
8 May
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Race for the Senate 2012 »

Going into the 2012 elections, the Senate consists of 53 Democrats and 47 Republicans.

A total of 33 of the 100 Senate seats Read more…

Race for the House 2012
McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc./Jill Braaten, photographer
8 May
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Race for the House 2012 »

Republicans gained control of the House of Representatives in the 2010 elections. What look will the Congress that is elected in November 2012 Read more…

Governor Elections, 2012
The White House/United States Government Work
8 May
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Governor Elections, 2012 »

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In 2012, 11 states and 2 U.S. territories will elect governors to lead their executive branch. There will also be a recall election Read more…

Election Resources Across the Web
Klaus Tiedge/Blend Images LLC
7 May
2012
Written by David Martin

Election Resources Across the Web »

Organizations use the Internet to publish information and connect with the public. As you read and explore material on the Internet, it is important to ask yourself: Who is publishing this material? Are they attempting to present facts or persuade readers? Are they affiliated with other groups or organizations that attempt to present facts or [...]