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Less Guns, More Butter Please
Less Guns, More Butter Please
How committed are liberals really to ending gun violence? And do they really have the will for an exhausting spiritual and political fight to accomplish that? If the answers are "Very!" and "Yes!" then... I. How much should we cut the Dept of Defense's budget? šŸ˜‹ I'm a libertarian I like budget cuts. 50 percent? I think 50 percent is what we should cut. They're the most gun violence people in the world! Using Trump's method of asking for too much so you can negotiate down to a better
26 Mar, 2018
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Saving The Republic: Business Leaders Need To Step It Up
Saving The Republic: Business Leaders Need To Step It Up
I am a businessman who never did anything in politics until about 7 years ago. However, I believe with the uncharted waters of the political environment now roiling daily, business people like myself must step up to the plate to revitalize our democracy. We must require a higher standard from our elected officials. A new paradigm of politics -- one based on civil political discourse, critical thinking, and personal accountability -- can and should be demanded by the electorate of its leadership
26 Mar, 2018
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Can City Politics Rise Above the Partisan Divide? The Climb is Steep
Can City Politics Rise Above the Partisan Divide? The Climb is Steep
For the politically informed, the punditry on CNN, Fox News and MSNBC has gone on ad-nauseam. Partisan dialog so wholly permeates our news media these days that it can be challenging to find good information about topics outside of the constant GOP vs. Democrat slugfest. An inquisitive person might think to escape the noise by avoiding the world of Washington and searching for something tangible in city politics. Unfortunately, even small-town mayoral elections can’t necessarily escape the pola
22 Mar, 2018
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3 min read
Beyond Party Politics: 4 Common Sense Solutions to Smart Trade Policy
Beyond Party Politics: 4 Common Sense Solutions to Smart Trade Policy
How could a handful of common-sense, independent Senators defuse the partisanship around trade? By changing the way we talk about the whole issue. Most American say they believe in markets. Why? Because markets reward hard work and innovation. They deliver us better products at lower prices. They allow us to specialize in what we do best and use that income to buy the other things we need or want. Markets have delivered America 250 years of unprecedented growth and prosperity. Sure, there are
22 Mar, 2018
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CA Sec. of State Voter Guide: U.S. Senate Candidate Statements
CA Sec. of State Voter Guide: U.S. Senate Candidate Statements
California’s Secretary of State Alex Padilla has released the 2018 Voter Guide. The guide contains all relevant information related to the various propositions and candidate races voters will be asked to weigh in on this June. This article will focus on the race for United States Senate and publish the statements that have been provided to the Secretary of State’s office. Kevin de León | DEMOCRATIC The President is hellbent on dividing our people and demeaning our California ideals. The Washi
22 Mar, 2018
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Advice for Candidates: 6 Things You Should Do to Handle Negative Campaigns
Advice for Candidates: 6 Things You Should Do to Handle Negative Campaigns
No one wants to be around when things go wrong especially in politics. When the media is saying great things about you, handling the limelight is easy. But bad press can happen to anyone in politics, no matter how much care and planning is involved in an election campaign. It may be a statement taken out of context, or something said by your party member, or family member. Negative campaigns are a part and parcel of politics, worldwide. They can have a substantial effect on voter impressions.
22 Mar, 2018
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#HealthyGov: 6 Groups That Are Changing Politics in America
#HealthyGov: 6 Groups That Are Changing Politics in America
ā€œWe spend most of our time focused on what’s wrong with our government and talking about the dysfunction or breakdowns in a critical way. With all that attention on what we DON’T want, we spend little time focused on what’s working and what we DO want. #HealthyGov is about shifting our focus to what we want and taking action to make it so.ā€ - Debilyn Molineaux, co-director of Bridge Alliance Bridge Alliance, a coalition of over 80 civic action organizations, launched the #HealthyGov education c
21 Mar, 2018
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CA Sec. of State Voter Guide: Controller Candidate Statements
CA Sec. of State Voter Guide: Controller Candidate Statements
California’s Secretary of State Alex Padilla has released the 2018 Voter Guide. The guide contains all relevant information related to the various propositions and candidate races voters will be asked to weigh in on this June. This article will focus on the race for Controller and publish the statements that have been provided to the Secretary of State’s office. Betty T. Yee | DEMOCRATIC With extensive finance experience, a reputation for fairness, and a commitment to the highest degree of tr
20 Mar, 2018
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3 min read
CA Sec. of State Voter Guide: Sec. of State Candidate Statements
CA Sec. of State Voter Guide: Sec. of State Candidate Statements
California’s Secretary of State Alex Padilla has released the 2018 Voter Guide. The guide contains all relevant information related to the various propositions and candidate races voters will be asked to weigh in on this June. This article will focus on the race for Secretary of State and publish the statements that have been provided to the Secretary of State’s office. Gail K. Lightfoot | LIBERTARIAN I will work to end Top-Two elections and restore voters’ right to choose candidates from all
20 Mar, 2018
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6 min read
CA Sec. of State Voter Guide: Governor Candidate Statements
CA Sec. of State Voter Guide: Governor Candidate Statements
California's Secretary of State Alex Padilla has released the 2018 Voter Guide. The guide contains all relevant information related to the various propositions and candidate races voters will be asked to weigh in on this June. This article will focus on the race for Governor and publish the statements that have been provided to the Secretary of State's office. Robert C. Newman, II | REPUBLICAN Pro: God, life, U.S. Constitution, Parental Rights, Property Rights, Business Limited: Government, T
20 Mar, 2018
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