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California Education Data More Crucial as Funding and Standards Change

California Education Data More Crucial as Funding and Standards Change Credit:

California Education Data More Crucial as Funding and Standards Change

California Education Data More Crucial as Funding and Standards Change Credit:

California Education Data More Crucial as Funding and Standards Change

California Education Data More Crucial as Funding and Standards Change Credit:

When Israel-Palestine Peace Talks Falter Again, Who is to Blame?

Secretary Kerry Hosts an Iftar for the Israeli Justice Minsiter Livni and Palestinian Chief Negotiator Erekat // Credit: State Department via Flickr

Why Ted Cruz Should Not Run for President in 2016

On three separate occasions, I have had the opportunity to speak with Ted Cruz in person. This was before he became the junior U.S. senator from Texas and during a time when he was growing in popularity with the tea party movement in the Lone Star State, a celebrity he was able to use to his advantage in the 2012 elections. When speaking with him it is clear from the beginning that he is intelligent, well-educated, well-spoken, which is the case for most politicians on Capitol Hill.

Race For Congressional District 17 in CA Will Be Highly Competitive

Image - Left: Candidate Ro Khanna / Right: Congressman Mike Honda

Incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative Mike Honda has been a popular fixture in the House of Representatives since his first election in 2000. He has not been seriously challenged for the seat since, usually drawing upwards of 70 percent of the popular vote each election.

This does have its advantages for constituents. A well-liked representative allows for less time campaigning and fundraising, and more time in the capitol.

Why Obamacare Won’t Do Much Good, Or Much Harm

The results are in, and the argument is settled. We can now say conclusively that the Affordable Care Act—otherwise known as “Obamacare”—is now either 1) saving lives by bringing health care costs under control or 2) destroying freedom, justice, and America’s future. It all depends, of course, on who you ask.

Nonprofit Organizations Significantly Increase Voter Turnout

Nonprofit VOTE examined the impact of nonprofit organizations on voter behavior within seven states in an August 2013 study. It found that those contacted by a nonprofit organization -- in regards to the election -- turned out at 74 percent while 68 percent of all registered voters turned out.

North Carolina Party Leaders to Defend Controversial Voting Laws in Court

The partisan battles in North Carolina are extending their reach into the court system.

NSA Silences Critics by Using Claims of Copyright Infringement

Can the NSA use claims of copyright infringement to prevent people from selling merchandise that criticizes them? According to investigative journalist Ben Swann, they are trying to.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKBmhd_pFlE

At initial glance, the story seems too ridiculous to be believed. This has to be a joke, right? It isn't.