Politics

Cuba News Today: US, Cuba Relations Talks to Include Human Rights Discussion

U.S. and Cuban government officials met in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday to discuss plans for a human rights dialogue.

Arkansas House Passes Religious Freedom Bill; Will Governor Sign After Revisions?

After passing the bill through the legislature, Gov. Hutchinson sent the so-called "religious freedom" bill back, following backalsh from LGBT activists and companies.

Chicago Mayoral Debate 2015: Chuy Garcia Questions on Son's Gang History Sours Final Debate

The final Chicago mayoral debate occurred Tuesday night, and the event included tense questioning of challenger Jesus “Chuy” Garcia’s son and his previous criminal history.

Immigration Executive Action Lawsuit Update: Justice Department Files Briefing on DAPA, DACA Lawsuit

The US. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a brief to an appeals court against the 26 U.S. states blocking President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions' two deferred action programs.

2016 Presidential Election: Hillary Clinton's Lead in Swing States Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania Drop Against GOP Candidates in New Poll

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's lead against potential Republican Party opponents could be nearing an end, as new polling data showed narrow margins in three swing states.

Top Hillary Clinton Aide Heads to Primary States New Hampshire and Iowa

A top aide to Hillary Clinton, the presumed Democratic frontrunner in the 2016 White House race, is visiting the key primary states of New Hampshire and Iowa this week, stirring rumors that the former secretary of State is inching close to officially announcing her presidential bid.

Arizona Governor Vetoes Bill Shielding Police Officers' Identities, Says It 'Could Result in Unforeseen Problems'

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey on Monday vetoed legislation that would have shielded the identities of police officers involved in fatal shootings for 60 days. The Republican said the bill that legislators had passed last week was well-intentioned but that it fell short of achieving its stated objectives.

Nigeria Election: Muhammadu Buhari Becomes New President, Defeats Goodluck Jonathan

Buhari's election ends the power of the People's Democratic Party Nigeria has a new president Tuesday after Muhammadu Buhari defeated Goodluck Jonathan.

Hillary Clinton Email: Former Secretary of State Used Both an iPhone and a BlackBerry for Work

Hillary Clinton's assertion that she used a personal email account for government business because she wanted to carry a single device clashes with documents obtained by the Associated Press, which show the then-secretary of State used both an iPhone and a Blackberry for work.

Supreme Court Nixes 'Death Panel' Challenge

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a challenge to the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAM) - the Obamacare body critics have dubbed a "death panel" - leaving intact a ruling by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that threw out the lawsuit.

Tom Schweich's Spokesperson, Spence Jackson, Commits Suicide 1 Month After Schweich Suicide

Spence Jackson took his life a month after Missouri Auditor Tom Schweich's suicide. Police do not believe the suicides to be related.

Immigration Reform News Update: New York DREAM Act Sponsors Respond Latest Setback in State Budget Debate

Sponsors of the New York Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act have critically responded to the state's annual budget's exclusion to provide in-state tuition assistance for undocumented immigrants.

TURNOUT: Voto Latino President and CEO Maria Teresa Kumar Analyzes Latino Electorate in Midterms, Presidential Elections

The midterm and general elections have seen notable disparities with the Latino voter turnout rate. While efforts were made to engage the Latino electorate for the last midterm election, especially during the immigration reform debate, the numbers are reportedly lower than the 2010 midterms. Voto Latino President and CEO spoke with Latin Post about comparing the midterm and presidential election cycles and on mobilizing the Latino voter bloc.

Chris Christie News: Governor Challenges President Obama's Executive Action, Angers Immigrant Community

In an attempt to "gain traction in the early, crowded field competing for the 2016 Republican presidential nomination" by backing a lawsuit that challenges President Barack Obama's executive action benefitting undocumented immigrants, Chris Christie has disappointed many Latinos in his state who once saw him as a formidable ally, the (Bergen County, New Jersey) Record editorialized.

Marco Rubio 2016: Senator Considering April 13 Campaign Launch at Miami Landmark Known as the 'Ellis Island of the South'

Marco Rubio is apparently considering announcing a 2016 run for the White House as early as April 13. The Florida senator is eyeing the Freedom Tower, a historic Miami landmark known as the "Ellis Island of the South," to launch his campaign.

Catherine Cortez Masto, Nevada Latina Politician Who Could Replace Harry Reid: What You Need To Know

Nevada's former attorney general could become the next Latina U.S. senator following the announcement of Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid's retirement.

Presidential Election 2016: Martin O’Malley Talks About Potential Run, Says Presidency Is Not 'Some Crown' Passed 'Between Two Families'

O'Malley commented on Wall Street's hold on D.C. and the need for a strong leader. Though he did not formally announce his candidacy, he strongly hinted at it by attacking and distancing himself from Hillary Clinton.

Election 2016 News: Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Targets House GOP With College Campus Adverts

In preparation of the two-week congressional recess, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) will launch a paid-advertising campaign targeting "several vulnerable" House Republicans accused of making it difficult for students to afford college.

Immigration Reform News Today: New York DREAM Act Not Included in State Budget Despite 'Priority' Status by Gov. Andrew Cuomo

New York State government officials have agreed on its next annual budget, and while education funds have increased, there is no support for the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act.

Brazil Politics: 19-Year-Old Libertarian Leads Brazil's Free-Market Movement, Criticizes President Dilma Rousseff

A recent March 15 demonstration, which boasted a crowd of over 200,000 participants, was lead by a 19-year-old college dropout named Kim Kataguiri, an online sensation who has been motivated by libertarianism and conservative free-market ideals.
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