Declining party identification - ‘no preference’ on a survey of political attitudes - is a general phenomenon in advanced democracies, but the proud self-designation ‘Independent’ does not have a counterpart in
California State University system plans to close its doors to qualified students for the upcoming spring term, while fall enrollment numbers will depend on the outcome of a tax initiative,
”What we have today is a far cry from what the Founders intended. George Washington and James Madison both warned of the dangers posed by political parties…The problem is
This week, the Commerce Department imposed modest tariffs on Chinese solar panels due to their unfair state subsidies. The tariffs range from 2.9% to 4.73%. Trade wars usually
The tragic deaths of 16 Afghan civilians, allegedly at the hands of American Staff Sgt. Robert Bales, has served as yet another reminder that war takes its toll on all
Congressional House leaders have unveiled their budget proposal for FY2013. Though it revealed few surprises, when House Budget Committee Chair Paul Ryan (R-WI) announced the plan on Tuesday he
A feature on the popular Daily Show highlighting US cuts to UNESCO funding has brought the troublesome American stance toward Palestinian statehood back in the forefront of international discussion. The
While the legislature is in session, the National Federation of Independent Business/California will be profiling anti-small business bills and initiatives and the adverse effect they would have on
Characterized by uncertainty and indecision, we’re all getting a little weary of the Republican Primary this election. Yesterday, IVN gave you 3 reasons why, despite the prolonged election season,
California State Senator Joe Simitian has proposed a law that would restrict the way local law enforcement agencies/individuals obtain and use information gathered by license plate recognition (LPR) technologies.
One of the most contentious areas in the California water wars is the San Joaquin Valley, which is in the middle of the state. It is home to massive agricultural
The year is 1810 and Henry Clay of Kentucky is elected to the House of Representatives. He has just finished serving two terms in the Senate. He is also immediately
