dropped to 6.7 percent last month, the lowest it has been in over five years.

However, that's not the comforting news it might initially sound like. The unemployment rate only counts people who are "officially" unemployed -- not those who have stopped seeking work.

announced his intentions to run for governor in California on Tuesday, January 21.

In the week since Congress passed a consolidated spending bill, political pundits are asking if this is a sign of greater cooperation in 2014.

Update: According to a Rasmussen survey published on Tuesday, January 21, 68 percent believe NSA phone spying will stay the same or increase.

Until 2012, Miller was accustomed to handily winning elections.

circulated as a potential presidential candidate in 2016.

America's service men and women have in the past faced some obstacles when it comes to exercising their constitutional right to vote. However, several states have taken steps to remove some of these obstacles and comply with the 2009 Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment Act (MOVE).

announced his retirement last year. Returning after a narrow loss against Matheson in 2012, Republican Mia Love is the current frontrunner in the race. With only 3 months until the nominating convention, one primary challenger, and the absence of any serious Democratic competitors, the seat is likely Mia Love's for the taking.

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1. State-by-state Information

2. How Do Primaries Work?

   • Partisan v.