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Written by Lia Eastep
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…
Written by Lia Eastep
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…
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Written by Lia Eastep
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 [...]
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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…
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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…
Gage Skidmore
Written by Lia Eastep
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 [...]