The First Debate
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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 [...]
The Role of a Political Spouse
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24 Sep
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

The Role of a Political Spouse »

The wives of the two presidential candidates are playing important roles in this year’s election campaign. Ann Romney and Michelle Obama gave speeches at their party’s national Read more…

What Happened at the Democratic National Convention?
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7 Sep
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

What Happened at the Democratic National Convention? »

The Democratic Party held their national convention September 4-6 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Held every four years leading up to the general election, Read more…

Republican National Convention Overview
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7 Sep
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Republican National Convention Overview »

The Republican Party (also known as the GOP or Grand Old Party) held their national convention August 27-30 in Tampa, Florida. National political Read more…

Romney Campaign Bytes for June
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15 Jun
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Romney Campaign Bytes for June »

Romney Will Be the Nominee

After winning the Texas primary at the end of May, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney Read more…

Election Resources Across the Web
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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 [...]
Rick Santorum Suspends Campaign for Presidency
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10 Apr
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Rick Santorum Suspends Campaign for Presidency »

In the afternoon hours of April 10, Rick Santorum announced the suspension of his bid for the Republican Party presidential nomination. Only a Read more…

Primaries, Caucuses, and Conventions Explained
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11 Mar
2012
Written by Lia Eastep

Primaries, Caucuses, and Conventions Explained »

The Republican Party and the Democratic Party officially nominate their candidates for president and vice president at national conventions. The Republican Party convention Read more…

YOU Decide: Is Health Care a Privilege or a Right?
10 Oct
2011
Written by Lia Eastep

YOU Decide: Is Health Care a Privilege or a Right? »