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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 | 05/15/2012 | Activism, California, States | 3 Comments

In the name of fire protection, San Diego County attempted to establish a plan to clear tens of thousands of acres of native habitat without proper oversight.

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By | 05/15/2012 | California, Elections 2012, Legislators, State Office

Three seasoned, experienced politicians are running for SD-5 and a Democratic win could determine a Senate supermajority.

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By | 05/15/2012 | Activism, Education, Issues, Legislation, States | 4 Comments

The Student Loan Program has helped many over the past over five decades. The first student loan program began under recommendation of economist Milton Friedman. It was the National Defense.

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The Intermountain Power Plant in Utah provides coal power to Los Angeles (credit: geology.utah.gov)
By | 05/14/2012 | Arizona, California, Energy and Water, Issues, Legislation, Utah | 1 Comment

How do power companies transition from dirty energy to clean energy while keeping the lights simultaneously? The L.A, the Department of Water & Power is finding out.

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By | 05/14/2012 | California, Elections 2012, State Office

If you’ve been following the Independent Voter Network recently, you’ve probably noticed our focus on races to watch in California. As we’ve mentioned before, since the passage of Proposition 14.

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By | 05/13/2012 | California, Elections 2012, IVN, Open Primaries | 5 Comments

Independent voters in certain districts across California will be sent ID codes that allow them to vote in an Independent Preference Survey prior to the June 5 primary election.

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By | 05/13/2012 | Arizona, California, Energy and Water, Issues, Nevada, Oregon, States, Utah

In yet another sign of a growing consensus in support of energy policies that prioritize innovation, the New York Times endorsed the recommendations of “Beyond Boom and Bust”.

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