Examining the Power of the Latino Vote
The Latino voter is an important focus of many presidential hopefuls.
11 Mar
2016
Written by David Martin

Examining the Power of the Latino Vote »

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Our country is well on its way to becoming one where the majority of the population is made up of minorities. Latinos in particular are the largest-growing minority group in the United States. (Hispanic is often used interchangeably.) But the individual cultures that make up this designation have very specific characteristics and can differ from [...]
Super Tuesday Results
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2 Mar
2016
Written by David Martin

Super Tuesday Results »

Tuesday evening, citizens across the United States in both political parties cast primary  and caucus ballots. Because so many states were involved, this single day collection of primary results is traditionally called Super Tuesday. Winning big on this day, across several regions of the country can solidify a presidential hopeful's campaign and set that candidate [...]
Learn More About Hillary Clinton
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks in New York. Credit: Bryan R. Smith/AP Images.
17 Feb
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Learn More About Hillary Clinton »

Earlier in the campaign, Election Central did a profile of Democrat Bernie Sanders. While much has been written about his opponent, Hillary Read more…

New Hampshire Happenings
Deanne Rubinoff, left, and son Jackson, wait with other supporters for Donald Trump at a Manchester, NH rally. Credit: © David Goldman/AP Images.
10 Feb
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

New Hampshire Happenings »

Last month, Election Central laid out the differences between a caucus and a primary. Now that we’ve had the first of each Read more…

After Iowa: Who Won, Who’s Out, What’s Next
Attendees listen at a Trump campaign stop in Milford, New Hampshire. Credit: © Matt Rourke/AP Images
4 Feb
2016
Written by David Martin

After Iowa: Who Won, Who’s Out, What’s Next »

Last week, Election Central explained how the Iowa caucus works. Now that you understand how it functions, lets take a look at how the events on the campaign trail have shaken down in recent days. Then we'll see what’s ahead on the political horizon. RepublicansDemocrats A Trumpless Debate Just days before Iowa citizens began their caucus, the [...]
All Eyes on Iowa
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28 Jan
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

All Eyes on Iowa »

In an era when election coverage includes sarcastic Tweets, and election-cycles begin earlier and earlier because of a candidate’s FOMO, our political traditions Read more…

Entering 2016: Candidates Go All In (or out)
Republican Senator Ted Cruz speaks at a campaign stop in Iowa, © Nati Harnik/AP Images.
12 Jan
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Entering 2016: Candidates Go All In (or out) »

Just when you thought there couldn’t be any more media coverage of the U.S. presidential election, the volume is going to be turned Read more…

Democrats Take Center Stage
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23 Oct
2015
Written by Lia Eastep

Democrats Take Center Stage »

Last month, Election Central delivered news of the first Republican candidate debate. This month, it was the Democratic candidates’ turn. On September Read more…

2016 Campaign Update
Adam Gabbatt of The Guardian newspaper holds images of possible Republican candidates. Credit: Carolyn Kaster/ASSOCIATED PRESS.AP Images.
28 Sep
2015
Written by Lia Eastep

2016 Campaign Update »

In election season, there is always some news to report. Here are some quick examinations of what’s been going on lately in the Read more…

Learn More about Bernie Sanders
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31 Aug
2015
Written by Lia Eastep

Learn More about Bernie Sanders »

As election season continues to grow more and more a media focal point, let’s take a deeper look at one of the candidates Read more…