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Why potential leaders are walking away from state legislatures

Why potential leaders are walking away from state legislatures

by Brooke Sharp | Mar 23, 2026 | Featured, Politics

WASHINGTON — When Michigan state Rep. Laurie Pohutsky, D-Mich., filed her reelection paperwork this January, she wasn’t just considering policy goals. She was weighing her safety. For her, the decision to run for reelection was a calculated risk, one made easier...
Why voters chose to protect abortion and vote for Donald Trump, according to experts

Why voters chose to protect abortion and vote for Donald Trump, according to experts

by Raj Ghanekar | Nov 11, 2024 | Campaign 2024, Featured, Health & Science, Politics, Topics

WASHINGTON– Experts say the successful protection of abortion rights in seven states Tuesday shows reproductive rights are popular among voters. However, an interesting scenario in four states is raising questions about the issue. Voters in Nevada, Arizona, Montana...

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