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States all have unique attributes, issues and problems, yet many commonalities. One of the most fiercely debated concepts in American politics is the issue of states rights versus federal powers. This debate anchors a slew of hot-button topics including immigration, health care, commerce, and more. This section will aim to cover issues specific to states and continue such debate transparently here at Independent Voter Network.

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By | 06/27/2012 | Budget, California, Drugs, Economy, Education, Health Care, Issues, Legislators, Safety, Science, States, Taxes

DEA Chief Administrator Michele Leonhart recently testified before Congress, but carefully avoided the tough questions instead of answering them.

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Cafe run by polygamist wives, Hildale UT. Credit: polizeros.com
By | 06/26/2012 | Activism, Arizona, Utah

The Department of Justice has sued two polygamist towns for religious discrimination against non-members and expelled members of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (FLDS)

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By | 06/26/2012 | California, Elections 2012, Featured, President, States

Is there a place for Silicon Valley donors who are cooling to Obama, but reluctant to support Mitt Romney?

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By | 06/26/2012 | Ballot Initiatives, California, Electoral Reform, Featured | 1 Comment

Here’s a quick guide to the different measures voters in California can expect to see on their ballots this November.

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By | 06/26/2012 | Louisiana, Movements, President | 41 Comments

Because of the focus on the lawsuit – as fueled by the Massachusetts situation – overlooked has been what has been happening at the State level in terms of the Ron Paul delegate count over the last two weeks.

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By | 06/23/2012 | Issues, Vermont, War and Foreign Policy | 1 Comment

Support of a F-35 base in Burlington, VT is being reconsidered by city councils after strong community organizing opposing it.

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By | 06/22/2012 | Elections 2012, Louisiana, President | 11 Comments

In terms of bizarre twists, last week, a lawsuit was filed in United States District Court for the Central District of California. The Paul campaign is keeping its distance for good reason – it is a very flawed suit.

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