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The Year Of The Disgraced Politicians Across America

Dennis Foley — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:13:27 +0000

After having what appeared to be career-ending controversies, two politicians have made a major comeback to the political spotlight.

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Shocking Video: Assassination Attempt Foiled By Jammed Gun

Tom Blunt — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 15:15:30 +0000

An attempt on the life of a Bulgarian politician was miraculously averted yesterday when the would-be killer's gun refused to fire.

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Dead Candidate Wins Election in Alabama

Donald Deane — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:02:42 +0000

If there's any doubt how strong the GOP's hold on Alabama is, consider this -- a Republican nominee beat out the Democratic incumbent for a seat on the Bibb County Commission last week despite the fact that he died a month earlier. Congratulations, Alabama, on taking partisanship to a whole new level.

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South Carolina and Kentucky Ban Booze on Election Day

Jeremy Taylor — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 23:00:46 +0000

An election is the ultimate celebration of democracy. However if you live in South Carolina or Kentucky, booze probably isn't going to be part of your November 6 revelry.

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Badon Builds Bi-Partisan Coalition Of Support For Council At-Large Race

Anne Moore — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:30:18 +0000

Austin Badon rounded out a strong week of campaigning with the second major endorsement of his young campaign tonight earning the resounding endorsement of Orleans Parish Democratic Executive Committee (OPDEC)

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Point of View: Four Years Old

Howard Hart — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:10:35 +0000

It’s my grandfatherly duty to provide transportation to and from my 4 year old grandson’s pre-school. Most of the time, the car radio is on and tuned into any one of the six Town Square Media stations

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This Day in History for June 21 – John Hinckley Verdict and More

Shauna Wright — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 21:19:32 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1788 – The US Constitution is ratified and goes into effect (More info)

1915 – The US Supreme Court hands down its decision in Guinn v. United States, striking down an Oklahoma law denying the right to vote to some citizens (More info)

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Confidence in U.S. Government Drops to 35 Year Low

gonzo — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 15:24:19 +0000

With public attitudes fueled by continued economic problems, rising gas prices, vigorous opposition to the war in Afghanistan, and and little hope for political progress - confidence in the U.S. system of government has dropped to the lowest point in more than 35 years

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