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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 12m
Democratic Congressional candidate and political organizer William Lawrence speaks at a campaign event in Brighton Mich. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Michigan Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Michigan ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 2 statewide ballot measures quoted from official…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 8h
Steve Daines (R-MT): Representation Score 78.0, 2 of 100 senators. Funding Independence 86.0, Constituent Alignment 73.0, Legislative Effectiveness 75.0. civitas-research.org/politicians/st…
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Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT): Voting Record, Donors & Scorecard | Civitas
Steve Daines, Republican senator for Montana: voting record, top donors and PAC money, sponsored bills, and representation score.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 10h
Johnson defended President Donald Trump's use of taxpayer funded political-themed ads ahead of the election. civitas-research.org/issue/iebad345f
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Johnson defends Trump’s taxpayer-funded ads — but says it’s ‘good’ MAGA Inc. is paying now | Civitas
Johnson defended President Donald Trump's use of taxpayer funded political-themed ads ahead of the election.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 10h
Jonathan Nez bets on ‘buyer's remorse' in rematch against Eli Crane in rural Arizona. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Arizona Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Arizona ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising.
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NPR @npr.org · 12h
Democrats are trying to win back male voters ahead of the midterms. In Maine, some fly fishermen say frustration with both parties is shaping their votes. n.pr/3U6KuaG
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Democrats need to reel in more men. These Mainers say the party needs better bait
Democrats are trying to win back male voters ahead of the midterms. In Maine, some fly fishermen say frustration with both parties is shaping their votes.
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NPR @npr.org · 22h
President Trump is facing low approval ratings, and voters are blaming him for rising costs. Republicans are likely to pay the price at the ballot box next month. n.pr/4zmgreh
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Democrats' advantage is clear with less than a month to go in the midterm elections
President Trump is facing low approval ratings, and voters are blaming him for rising costs. Republicans are likely to pay the price at the ballot box next month.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 13h
French police fire tear gas as more than 250,000 protest nationwide for school funding. civitas-research.org/issue/i4d75baae
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French police fire tear gas as more than 250,000 protest nationwide for school funding | Civitas
French police fire tear gas as more than 250,000 protest nationwide for school funding.
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NPR @npr.org · 21h
Morning Edition is heading to Maine, Texas, North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio and Michigan to hear what voters say is shaping their choices ahead of the midterm elections. n.pr/4yyBuKv
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What voters in 6 key states could tell us about the 2026 midterms
Morning Edition is heading to Maine, Texas, North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio and Michigan to hear what voters say is shaping their choices ahead of the midterm elections.
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NPR @npr.org · 15h
Scandals could be shaping several races in the midterm elections, particularly in places where even small margins can change the outcome. n.pr/4yzbU85
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How high-profile scandals are shaping key contests ahead of the midterms
Scandals could be shaping several races in the midterm elections, particularly in places where even small margins can change the outcome.
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 18h
As the midterm elections approach, take a trip through U.S. political history. Test your knowledge and see if you can put notable campaign moments, featuring Shirley Chisholm, John F. Kennedy and Al Franken, in the right order.
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Can you put these famous US campaign moments in chronological order?
For nearly 180 years, The Associated Press has played a central role in U.S. elections, reporting the results and declaring winners in thousands of races across the country.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 14h
Morning Edition is heading to Maine, Texas, North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio and Michigan to hear what voters say is shaping their choices ahead of the midterm elections. civitas-research.org/issue/iaf3e40fd
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What voters in 6 key states could tell us about the 2026 midterms | Civitas
Morning Edition is heading to Maine, Texas, North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio and Michigan to hear what voters say is shaping their choices ahead of the midterm…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 20h
Congress, Monday, October 5. The Senate met and took no record votes. The House met for 3 minutes and took no record votes. civitas-research.org/congress/2026-…
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Congress on Monday, October 5, 2026 | Civitas
The Senate met and took no record votes. The House met for 3 minutes and took no record votes.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 21h
Michigan Department of Corrections has come under bipartisan criticism from advocates and state legislators. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Michigan Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Michigan ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 2 statewide ballot measures quoted from official…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 06/10/2026
Zachary Nunn (R-IA-3): Representation Score 70.9, 25 of 433 representatives. Funding Independence 54.0, Constituent Alignment 95.0, Legislative Effectiveness 64.0. civitas-research.org/politicians/za…
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Rep. Zachary Nunn (R-IA): Voting Record, Donors & Scorecard | Civitas
Zachary Nunn, Republican representative for Iowa's 3rd district: voting record, top donors and PAC money, sponsored bills, and representation score.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 05/10/2026
Trump will rally voters in Nebraska on Monday evening. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Nebraska Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Nebraska ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 4 statewide ballot measures quoted from official…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 05/10/2026
Trump's deportation agenda haunts him in two high-profile House races. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Florida Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Florida ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 3 statewide ballot measures quoted from official…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 05/10/2026
Sen. Cotton isn't supporting permanent daylight saving time. civitas-research.org/issue/i72cf4d9b
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Permanent daylight saving time: Why this Republican senator disagrees with it, despite Trump’s support | Civitas
Sen. Cotton isn't supporting permanent daylight saving time.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 05/10/2026
Democratic super PAC pulls down ads in North Carolina as Roy Cooper dominates Senate race polling. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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North Carolina Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 North Carolina ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 3 statewide ballot measures quoted from…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 05/10/2026
Paxton raised $18 million in the third quarter of 2026 across his campaign and his joint fundraising committees. civitas-research.org/issue/id497d3ea
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Paxton raises $18M in third quarter | Civitas
Paxton raised $18 million in the third quarter of 2026 across his campaign and his joint fundraising committees.
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NPR @npr.org · 05/10/2026
The case centers on whether local governments can hold giant energy companies accountable for the local harms of climate change, but it has repercussions beyond climate. n.pr/4xYf8kj
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Supreme Court's new term kicks off with blockbuster climate change case
The case centers on whether local governments can hold giant energy companies accountable for the local harms of climate change, but it has repercussions beyond climate.
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NPR @npr.org · 05/10/2026
The Supreme Court is set to hear a blockbuster climate change case that could affect more than just climate issues. And, Brazil's presidential race is too close to call. n.pr/4B3U8f0
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SCOTUS hears major climate change case. And, Brazil's presidential race goes to runoff
The Supreme Court is set to hear a blockbuster climate change case that could affect more than just climate issues. And, Brazil's presidential race is too close to call.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 05/10/2026
Supreme Court's new term kicks off with blockbuster climate change case. civitas-research.org/issue/i36605a39
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Listen live: Supreme Court kicks off new term with major climate case | Civitas
Supreme Court's new term kicks off with blockbuster climate change case.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 05/10/2026
Democratic-NPL U.S. House candidate Trygve Hammer said AI regulations should be proactive instead of reactive and companies should be held negligent if their products violate the law. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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North Dakota Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 North Dakota ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 2 statewide ballot measures quoted from…
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NPR @npr.org · 05/10/2026
Trump said Clayton will lead the White House's new "Super Intelligence Force," which will coordinate government engagement with artificial intelligence. n.pr/4rKs63I
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Trump names national intelligence chief Jay Clayton as new AI czar
Trump said Clayton will lead the White House's new "Super Intelligence Force," which will coordinate government engagement with artificial intelligence.
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 05/10/2026
Brazil election moves to runoff after Lula and Bolsonaro fail to garner majority vote, electoral court says.
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Brazil heads to runoff election after Bolsonaro, Lula fail to garner majority vote
Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, an ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, and Brazil’s veteran President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will face off on Oct. 25 in a runoff for the top job of Latin America’s powerhouse economy.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 05/10/2026
James Comer (R-KY-1): Representation Score 75.3, 9 of 433 representatives. Funding Independence 71.0, Constituent Alignment 81.0, Legislative Effectiveness 74.0. civitas-research.org/politicians/ja…
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Rep. James Comer (R-KY): Voting Record, Donors & Scorecard | Civitas
James Comer, Republican representative for Kentucky's 1st district: voting record, top donors and PAC money, sponsored bills, and representation score.
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 04/10/2026
Polls have closed in Brazil as voters across the country will decide whether to elect a new president in light of rising violence and concerns over U.S. interference in the country.
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Live updates: Polls close in Brazil as voters weigh in on the country’s next president
Polls have closed in Brazil as voters select a new president. Incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is seeking a fourth term against his rival, Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro.
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NPR @npr.org · 04/10/2026
Trump said Clayton will lead the White House's new "Super Intelligence Force," which will coordinate government engagement with artificial intelligence. n.pr/4y3lu25
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Trump names national intelligence chief Jay Clayton as new AI czar
Trump said Clayton will lead the White House's new "Super Intelligence Force," which will coordinate government engagement with artificial intelligence.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 04/10/2026
President Trump on Sunday morning announced the creation of "Super IntelligenceForce" amid his push to keep the U.S. in the lead on artificial intelligence development after warnings from the technology's researchers. civitas-research.org/issue/i9828e088
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Trump names national intelligence director Jay Clayton to lead a new federal AI task force | Civitas
President Trump on Sunday morning announced the creation of "Super IntelligenceForce" amid his push to keep the U.S. in the lead on artificial intelligence…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 04/10/2026
Trump defends data centers in Ohio as he rallies to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Ohio Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Ohio ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 1 statewide ballot measure quoted from official sources.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 04/10/2026
Yesterday: Trump rallies in Ohio to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race against Sherrod Brown. civitas-research.org/issue/if9f166d7
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Trump rallies in Ohio to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race against Sherrod Brown | Civitas
Trump rallies in Ohio to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race against Sherrod Brown.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 04/10/2026
Polls suggest the election will be a closely run contest between the left-wing incumbent and his right-wing rival. civitas-research.org/issue/i5bb9ed26
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What to know about Brazil's election pitting Lula against Flávio Bolsonaro | Civitas
Polls suggest the election will be a closely run contest between the left-wing incumbent and his right-wing rival.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 04/10/2026
Democrats target Macomb County with a first-ever joint town hall featuring El-Sayed, Slotkin. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Michigan Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Michigan ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 2 statewide ballot measures quoted from official…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 04/10/2026
Arizona Republican candidate for Congress Mark Lamb has been accused of sexual misconduct while sheriff. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Arizona Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Arizona ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 04/10/2026
Adelita S. Grijalva (D-AZ-7): Representation Score 54.9, 283 of 433 representatives. Funding Independence 56.0, Constituent Alignment 68.0, Legislative Effectiveness 41.0. civitas-research.org/politicians/s-…
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Rep. Adelita S. Grijalva (D-AZ): Voting Record, Donors & Scorecard | Civitas
Adelita S. Grijalva, Democratic representative for Arizona's 7th district: voting record, top donors and PAC money, sponsored bills, and representation score.
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 03/10/2026
Here's what we know and don’t know about the woman’s allegations and the investigations that followed.
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What to know about the investigation into Cornell University gang rape allegations
Intense public outcry over a woman’s account of being gang-raped at Cornell University has prompted New York’s governor to angrily yank control of the investigation away from the local prosecutor who didn’t initially see what happened as a crime.
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 03/10/2026
Tennessee is facing criticism after the failed execution of Christa Pike. The state carries out few executions but has had more errors than others with higher execution rates.
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Tennessee's handling of the death penalty is again questioned after failed execution
Tennessee is facing criticism after the failed execution of Christa Pike. The state carries out few executions but has had more errors than others with higher execution rates.
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 03/10/2026
The head of Tennessee's prison system is resigning after the failed execution of Christa Pike.
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Governor says Tennessee's prisons chief is resigning after failed execution of Christa Pike
The head of Tennessee’s prison system is resigning after the failed execution of Christa Pike. The announcement was made by Gov. Bill Lee on Saturday.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 03/10/2026
Christa Pike, who survived despite being subject to two doses of lethal injection. civitas-research.org/issue/ibd827375
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Pike's botched execution renews death penalty scrutiny | Civitas
Christa Pike, who survived despite being subject to two doses of lethal injection.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 03/10/2026
Democrats target Arizona utility panel as electricity costs become a top voter issue. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Arizona Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Arizona ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 03/10/2026
Robert E. Latta (R-OH-5): Representation Score 71.3, 22 of 433 representatives. Funding Independence 59.0, Constituent Alignment 83.0, Legislative Effectiveness 72.0. civitas-research.org/politicians/e-…
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Rep. Robert E. Latta (R-OH): Voting Record, Donors & Scorecard | Civitas
Robert E. Latta, Republican representative for Ohio's 5th district: voting record, top donors and PAC money, sponsored bills, and representation score.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 02/10/2026
Trump says he's 'worried' about Whatley in North Carolina. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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North Carolina Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 North Carolina ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 3 statewide ballot measures quoted from…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 02/10/2026
LePage (R) split with the Trump administration on key issues — including the Iran war. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Maine Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Maine ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 02/10/2026
Khanna eyes opportunity in Ocasio-Cortez plotting. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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New York Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 New York ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising.
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NPR @npr.org · 02/10/2026
New legal action in two closely watched cases: one at Cornell, the other over Renee Good's death. We take a closer look. n.pr/4AZO8E2
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Cornell rape case gets special prosecutor. And, Renee Good's family sues the government
New legal action in two closely watched cases: one at Cornell, the other over Renee Good's death. We take a closer look.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 02/10/2026
Congress, Thursday, October 1. The Senate met and took no record votes. The House met for 3 minutes and took no record votes. civitas-research.org/congress/2026-…
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Congress on Thursday, October 1, 2026 | Civitas
The Senate met and took no record votes. The House met for 3 minutes and took no record votes.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 02/10/2026
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear speaks at the Democratic fundraising event. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Arkansas Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures | Civitas
What's on the 2026 Arkansas ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 4 statewide ballot measures quoted from official…
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 02/10/2026
Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL-1): Representation Score 61.1, 190 of 433 representatives. Funding Independence 56.0, Constituent Alignment 88.0, Legislative Effectiveness 40.0. civitas-research.org/politicians/l-…
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Rep. Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL): Voting Record, Donors & Scorecard | Civitas
Jonathan L. Jackson, Democratic representative for Illinois's 1st district: voting record, top donors and PAC money, sponsored bills, and representation score.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 02/10/2026
Medicare de-fangs new drug pricing model. civitas-research.org/issue/i81138013
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Medicare de-fangs new drug pricing model | Civitas
Medicare de-fangs new drug pricing model.
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Civitas News & Politics @civitas-research.org · 01/10/2026
State Senate Republican Leader John Braun and Democratic U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez are dueling in southwest Washington's 3rd Congressional District. civitas-research.org/elections/stat…
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Washington Ballot 2026: Senate, House Races & Ballot Measures — Civitas
What's on the 2026 Washington ballot (2026-11-03): U.S. Senate and House candidates with FEC fundraising, and 3 statewide ballot measures quoted from official…
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