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7 Things You Need to Know About the Wisconsin Voter ID Decision
A national discussion regarding the state of civil rights in the U.S. exploded after racial comments made by Clippers owner Donald Sterling were made public, followed by news that he has been banned f ...
02 May, 2014
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Despite Gerrymandering Efforts, IL-8 Surprisingly Competitive in 2014
As the Republican Party seeks to retain control of the U.S. House of Representatives in 2014, an Illinois district that favors Democrats could eventually become more competitive.Illinois' 8th Congress ...
21 Apr, 2014
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Are Concealed Carry Laws Responsible for the Murder Reduction in Chicago?
It's been a while since Chicago was regarded as the murder capital of the United States. The recent sharp decline in the murder rate in Windy City has raised a few questions.According to the Chicago P ...
18 Apr, 2014
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Academics Help Us Understand How Best to Bridge Political Divisions
"To help liberals understand (and be civil to) conservatives.""To help conservatives understand (and be civil to) liberals.""To help everyone understand libertarians, who are often ignored because the ...
16 Apr, 2014
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Movement to Reform Illinois Redistricting Faces Crucial Deadline, Major Challenges
Yes for Independent Maps is an ongoing effort in Illinois to add an amendment to the state constitution that would put the process of decennial redistricting into the hands of an independent board. Th ...
14 Apr, 2014
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Illinois' 17th Congressional District to be Decided by Independents
In Illinois' 17th Congressional District, a re-match is set which may help determine the balance of power in the House of Representatives.Stretching from Rockford in north central Illinois, extending ...
31 Mar, 2014
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Bridging the Gender Gap: 4 States Have Yet to Send a Woman to Congress
With International Women’s Day this past weekend, across the world there were displays of support for women. In Montevideo, Uruguay, the government dedicated a stamp to Luisa Cuesta, who has fought fo ...
11 Mar, 2014
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In Heated Primary Race, 4 Republicans Eye a Vulnerable Governor in Illinois
With the March 18 primary approaching for the Illinois gubernatorial race, 4 Republicans are vying for the favor of voters and a large swath of undecided voters may make the difference.Illin ...
10 Mar, 2014
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Democrats May Lose Illinois' 10th Congressional District in 2014
In Illinois, a state where Democratic U.S. representatives outnumber Republicans twelve to six, at least one north suburban Chicago district may see a switch from Democrat to Republican.With U.S. Repr ...
04 Mar, 2014
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What Does The Perfect President Look Like?
Over the long weekend, I got to thinking about leadership and about U.S. presidents -- both past and present. Our country has celebrated 44 presidents, and while good and bad decisions were made, the ...
28 Feb, 2014
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