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Michelle Nunn’s Real Strategy Meeting
What was really said at that meeting that produced the memo outlining Michelle Nunn's strategy as Democratic candidate for senator of Georgia.
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Mexico: Electoral Reform Threatens the Self-Determination of Indigenous Peoples
The political-electoral reform Mexico's National Congress approved to organize 2015 elections is a step backward for indigenous towns in Mexico.
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Hillary’s Candid Motto for Democratic Party: “Represent Banks”
It was a minor controversy that Hillary Clinton had represented a shifty S&L. Today's Democratic elite evince inextricable ties to far more powerful interests.
The Lost, Lingering Legacy of Robert F. Kennedy
Despite his privilege and doubtless power from birth, Robert F. Kennedy became an advocate for the poor and oppressed.
As Neo-Nazis Rally, Sweden Poised for Election-Year Shift of Power Balance from Right to Left
Sweden is in the middle of a “super election year” with elections taking place for the European Parliament, as well as local and national elections, and the balance of …
The State of Voting in 2014
As we approach the 2014 election, the United States is still in the midst of a high-pitched and often highly partisan battle over voting rights.
Election Rigging, Dark Money in Cantor’s “Upset” Loss to Koch Stealth Candidate
November's political races will feature an all-out battle for control of the US Senate.
Historic Amendment Moves Forward: One Step Closer to Restoring Democracy, Reversing Rise of Oligarchy
The Constitution, Civil Rights and Human Rights Subcommittee of the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee today approved an amended S.J. Res. 19, a constitutional amendment that aims to overturn Citizens …
Unregulated, Outside Spending by Koch-Related Group Plagues Local Elections, Public Citizen Report Finds
Unregulated, undisclosed spending made possible by the US Supreme Courtu2019s 2010 decision in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission has left local communities defenseless against big money national organizations …
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The Dark Money Machine That Beat Eric Cantor
The media is making it seem like David Brat was some sort of underdog, but in reality, he's strapped to the hilt with billionaire support and billionaire money.