Talking Trade and Taxes
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump tours McLanahan Corporation headquarters in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania
17 Aug
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Talking Trade and Taxes »

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Earlier this month, both Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton visited Detroit, Michigan to deliver their respective economic addresses. Held at Futuramic Tool & Engineering, Read more…

We Believe: A Look at Political Platforms
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11 Aug
2016
Written by David Martin

We Believe: A Look at Political Platforms »

What Do You Think? Choose three issues that are most important to you. Look up each party’s position on those issues. Write a Read more…

First Days for the DNC
Patriotic participants joined together for the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colorado.
28 Jul
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

First Days for the DNC »

Just as the sun was setting on the Republican convention,  the Democrats headed for Philadelphia for their own gathering. While many anticipated a Read more…

2016 Democratic Party Primary Tracker
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27 Jul
2016
Written by David Martin

2016 Democratic Party Primary Tracker »

Click the book image to learn more about primaries in the networks textbook, United States Government: Our Democracy. The primary is the principle method used by American political parties to choose their candidates. Members of the political party select candidates to represent their party and their political views in a general election against their political [...]
Political Response to Orlando Tragedy
Mourners attend a candlelight vigil in front of the Dr. P. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Orlando, FL,
29 Jun
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Political Response to Orlando Tragedy »

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In the early morning hours of June 12 in Orlando Florida, a man armed with an assault rifle opened fire at a nightclub Read more…

What is Bernie’s Next Move?
Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Bernie Sanders,speaks during a news conference outside his campaign headquarters in Washington.
22 Jun
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

What is Bernie’s Next Move? »

Last we reported on Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders, he had lost the official delegate numbers race, but vowed to “continue the struggle.” Read more…

Obama Endorses Clinton
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks at a rally in Long Beach, California.
15 Jun
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Obama Endorses Clinton »

After maintaining a neutral stance during the primary race, President Obama has officially put his support behind Hillary Clinton. This week, Election Central Read more…

The Final Stretch
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton waves to supporters during a presidential primary election night rally, Tuesday, June 7, 2016, in New York. Julie Jacobson/AP Images. http://www.apimages.com/metadata/Index/DEM-2016-Clinton/dcd85cebee954d94a88caba96954291d/1/0
9 Jun
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

The Final Stretch »

On June 7, voters from six states went to the polls to cast their votes in the primary election. North Dakota, Montana, New Read more…

Tracking the 2016 Election Candidates
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4 May
2016
Written by David Martin

Tracking the 2016 Election Candidates »

Now that the primaries and caucuses have begun, the crowded field of candidates jostling with one another to win their party nominations for the 2016 presidential election is starting to shrink. Use this post to stay up-to-date.  March 23, 2015Ted Cruz announces candidacyTed Cruz announces candidacyTed Cruz was the first candidate to officially throw his hat [...]
Front-runners Take NY
Republican candidate Donald Trump speaks during a rally at Griffiss International Airport in Rome, N.Y. Credit: Mike Groll/AP Images
21 Apr
2016
Written by Lia Eastep

Front-runners Take NY »

Last week, btw brought you news leading up to the New York primary. This week, we offer the results and a follow Read more…