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Did President Trump Watch Our Drug Pricing Video?

Skokie, Ill. — Skokie voters went to the polls on April 1 amidst a closely watched mayoral election to decide whether or not to adopt ranked choice voting (RCV). With 100% of precincts reporting, 58% of participating voters said ‘Yes’ to changi

Skokie voters went to the polls on April 1 amidst a closely watched mayoral election to decide whether or not to adopt ranked choice voting (RCV). With 100% of precincts reporting, 58% of participating voters said ‘Yes’ to changing how the city conducts elections. 

Skokie Is the Latest Illinois City to Embrace Ranked Choice Voting

April 2 marks President Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day,’ which could usher in the most aggressive tariffs in modern US history or be completely blown out of proportion.

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April 2 marks President Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day,’ which could usher in the most aggressive tariffs in modern US history or be completely blown out of proportion.

What Will Trump's 'Liberation Day' Mean for US Job Growth?

Washington, DC&nbsp;— <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/01/cory-booker-senate-speech-trump">Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey made his

Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey made history with a marathon speech on the Senate floor, surpassing 24 hours in a sweeping protest against the policies of former President Donald Trump.

Cory Booker Just Delivered the Longest Senate Speech in US History

A popular and game-changing rescheduling proposal <a href="https://mjbizdaily.com/trump-endorses-florida-marijuana-legalization-embraces-rescheduling/"><span

A popular and game-changing rescheduling proposal backed by Donald J. Trump to reclassify cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA) remains formally active but administratively paused by a DEA judge.

Cannabis Rescheduling Remains Paused Despite Trump Support

The National Vote at Home Institute (NVAHI) released a new report Monday that states with Universal Vote at Home (VAH) saw nearly double the voter turnout in the 2024 primary elections compared to states that didn't offer it.

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The National Vote at Home Institute (NVAHI) released a new report Monday that states with Universal Vote at Home (VAH) saw nearly double the voter turnout in the 2024 primary elections compared to states that didn't offer it.

New Report Finds Universal Vote at Home States Nearly Double Turnout in 2024 Primaries

Editor's Note: This piece <a href="https://fairvote.org/mayors-of-big-cities-embrace-ranked-choice-voting/">originally published</a> on FairVote's website and has been republished on IVN with permission from the organization.

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Mayors of big cities across the cou

Mayors of big cities across the country are coming out in support of ranked choice voting (RCV). RCV is currently used in 46 U.S. cities, including the most populous cities in seven states.

Mayors of America's Largest Cities Embrace Ranked Choice Voting

Editor's Note: This piece <a href="https://www.independentcenter.org/articles/extreme-makeover-independent-edition">originally published</a> on The Independent Center's website and has been republished on IVN with permission from the organization.

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Both parties have undergone radical transformations, leaving many Americans feeling politically homeless and eager for a new alternative.

This Isn't the Political Makeover Independent Voters Hoped to Get

According to <a href="https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/buying-time-2025-wisconsin">Buying Time 2025

According to Buying Time 2025 election spending data as of March 26, 2025, more than $81.4 million has been spent on the Wisconsin Supreme Court race between Dane County Circuit Court Judge Susan Crawford and Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge Brad Schimel, making it the most expensive state judicial election in US history. 

Super PAC Spending Tops $49 Million in Most Expensive State Judicial Election in History

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On the second anniversary of <a href="https://www.corrections1.com/correctional-healthcare/h

On the second anniversary of Federal Correctional Officer Blake Schwarz’s death by suicide, an Iowa congresswoman has reintroduced a significant bill aimed at combating the ongoing mental health crisis among correctional officers.

Landmark Legislation Introduced to Address Mental Health Crisis Among Correctional Officers

Last week, the national election reform group Open Primaries held a Zoom conversation with former Meet the Press moderator Chuck Todd to discuss voters' growing mistrust in American institutions. It was part of the group's ongoing Primary Buzz Discussion Series.&nbsp;

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Last week, the national election reform group Open Primaries held a Zoom conversation with former Meet the Press moderator Chuck Todd to discuss voters' growing mistrust in American institutions. It was part of the group's ongoing Primary Buzz Discussion Series. 

Chuck Todd: When It Comes to Public Mistrust in Institutions, The Parties Just Don't Get It

HARTFORD, Conn. – The Connecticut General Assembly’s Government Administration and Elections (GAE) Committee held a public hearing Monday on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/TOB/S/PDF/2025SB-01536-R00-SB.PDF">SB 1536</a>, a bill to implement Ranked Choice Voting (RCV)&nb

The Connecticut General Assembly’s Government Administration and Elections (GAE) Committee held a public hearing Monday on SB 1536, a bill to implement Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) in Connecticut.

Ranked Choice Voting Garners Broad Support in Connecticut, Including in Its Legislature

Throughout American history, political movements have come and gone. Many of these movements have been reactionary, established after elections, events, and shifts in policies and politics. Some began in direct response to other movements, cropping up on the le

Throughout American history, political movements have come and gone. Many of these movements have been reactionary, established after elections, events, and shifts in policies and politics. Some began in direct response to other movements, cropping up on the left or the right, often coming back full circle.

Where Have All the Movements Gone?

In November 2024, <a href="https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/southern-california/politics/2024/11/16/voters-in-all-58-counties-passed-proposition-36">California voters in all 5

In November 2024, California voters in all 58 counties approved Proposition 36, known as the "Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act," with approximately 68.4% in favor. ​ 

With 10 Million Votes, Proposition 36 Takes Effect in California, Ushering in New Approach to Drug and Theft Crimes

Editor's Note: This piece <a href="https://www.independentcenter.org/articles/who-wins-a-trade-war-not-independent-voters">originally appeared</a> on The Independent Center's website and has been republished on IVN with permission from the organization.

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By focusing on long-term economic stability and sound leadership, rather than short-term political victory, independent voters want sustainable solutions that benefit both businesses and workers.

Who Wins a Trade War? Not Independent Voters

A new front opened up in the Democrats' war against themselves when Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer backed a Republican-led budget deal to avoid a government shutdown, prompting outrage from House Democrats, threats of a primary challenge from AOC, and renewed questions about who actually leads the Democratic Party.

Did President Trump Watch Our Drug Pricing Video?

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