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A November to Remember

Nov 8th, 2010
by James Kane.
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After four years of Democratic Party control over both houses of Congress, the American voting public opted for a change last Tuesday. As  result of elections around the country, Republicans will control the United States House of Representatives next year, and the Democratic majority in the United States Senate has been narrowed. An analysis of this election [...]

On Paul and Blumenthal

May 22nd, 2010
by James Kane.
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Two senate races continue to dominate the headlines nationwide. Kentucky was one of the states in which a primary was held on Tuesday. Connecticut features a senate race once competitive until the decision of Chris Dodd to retire at the end of his present term. Both U.S. Senate contests, however continue to generate much intrigue.

Lessons from Arizona

May 12th, 2010
by James Kane.
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Dominating the headlines for the past few weeks across the United States has been a news item out of Arizona. Recently, Arizona lawmakers passed a tough measure into law meant to tackle illegal immigration. The contents of this law, and reactions to it, offer valuable lessons moving forward to anyone concerned with American politics and public policy.