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Republican Tom Foley Admits Defeat to Gov. Dan Malloy Before Final Votes Come In: Democrat Winner Promises Higher Minimum Wage

A tight gubernatorial race in Connecticut came to an end as the Republican candidate Tom Foley conceded defeat to the Democratic incumbent, Dannel Malloy. The close race lasted until Wednesday as the last of the precincts reported their results, pushing Malloy ahead by a slim majority.

2014 Midterm Elections: Asian Americans Courted by Both Republicans and Democrats Ahead of November 4 Elections

Asian Americans courted by both sides in upcoming elections Asians are the new minority whose hearts politicians are trying to win over for the upcoming elections.

Immigration Reform Update: Senate Democrats to Homeland Security Secretary: Refugee Mothers and Children 'Should Not Be Treated Like Criminals'

Several Senate Democrats penned a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson about their opposition to the creation of the largest immigrant detention facility in the country.

US Unemployment Rate September 2014: House Speaker John Boehner: Democrats Trying to Convince 'Things Are Great'

The overall U.S. unemployment rate fell to its lowest levels in six years, but Republicans are not celebrating the achievement.

Immigration Rights Leaders Arrested Outside Harry Reid's Office, Ask Senate Leader to 'Keep His Word' on Immigrant Relief

Advocates for immigrants rights were arrested outside Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid’s, D-NV, office on Tuesday.

President Barack Obama Defends Delay in Immigration Executive Order

President Barack Obama has delayed announcing any potential executive action on immigration until after November's midterm elections. According to Obama, the reason for the delay was not to benefit Senate Democrats hoping to hold onto their narrow majority in the chamber.

Midterm Election Voting Poll: Republicans Poised to Take Over Senate in November

A new poll conducted by NBC and the New York Times projects that Republicans will most likely take over the Senate in November's midterm elections.

Israel’s Iron Dome Defense System: Congress Passes Funding

Over $200 million dollars will be sent to Israel to fund the country's missile defense system. As the violence between Hamas and Israel resumes, the United States has moved forward a bill that would provide the Jewish state with necessary funds for its self-preservation.

Immigration Crisis at the Border: House Republicans Vote to End DACA and Deport DREAMers

The bill will not go further than the House but shows the Republicans' willingness to sacrifice one group of people in exchange for support from its base.

Barack Obama Talks Immigration Reform at Annual Naturalization Ceremony for Immigrant Military Members

President Barack Obama continued a recent Fourth of July tradition at the White House by holding a naturalization ceremony, granting citizenship to immigrants who signed up to serve in the U.S. military as well as their spouses.

DREAM Act Fails to Pass in NY: Bill Sponsor Francisco Moya on DREAM Act's Future

The New York Senate adjourned its 2014 legislative session, and one bill on the docket failed to pass in time: the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors, or DREAM Act.

Latino Civil Rights, Voter Engagement Groups Score House GOP Immigration Reform Efforts

Five Latino civil rights and voter engagement organizations released a scorecard for the members from the House of Representatives grading their actions on immigration reform. The scorecard was developed in anticipation of of the House's summer recess in July.

Obamacare Law Still Unpopular, But Healthcare Law Provisions Receive Popular Support, Says Poll

With the midterm election season underway, public opinion of the Affordable Care Act could hinder Democrats in the voting booths. According to new polling figures, the mandate for every American to receive health insurance, or Obamacare, received a 52 percent disapproval rating, but opinions to repeal the law decreased.

Washington Redskins Racist Name Controversy: NFL Responds To Senators' Letter Over Redskins Name

Earlier this week almost 50 Democratic U.S. senators signed and sent a letter to the NFL urging it to replace the name of the Washington Redskins because of its derogatory implication.

Illinois Republicans Blast Democrats Over "Under-handed" Obama Library Fund Vote

A recent plan for the state of Illinois to provide $100 million of state money toward the development of a presidential library for President Barack Obama has got the state's GOP officials in a tizzy.

Immigration News 2014: Hispanic Community Unites On Saturday For Nationwide Anti-Deportation Rally

During the last several months, numerous civil rights and immigration reform advocates have protested at detention centers around the nation calling for President Barack Obama to end deportations and the inhumane treatment of detainees.

Dreamers' Path to Citizenship: Obtain a Degree or Serve in the Military to Remain in the U.S., Congress Says

House Republicans are paving a path to citizenship with a specified two-way street, offering the opportunity for "dreamers" to remain in the U.S. -- only if they earn a college degree or serve in the military, Takepart reports.

Obama State of Union Address: President Invites Special Guests; Who Are They?

Openly Gay NBA Player Jason Collins and Boston Marathon Bombing survivors Carlos Arrendondo and Jeff Bauman will be among the guests attending President Barack Obama's State of the Union Address on Tuesday, the White House reported.

CNN Poll: Most Americans Agree Current 'Do-Nothing' Congress is 'Worst Congress Ever'

According to a poll released on Thursday by CNN and ORC International, the majority of Americans agree that the current Congress is a “do-nothing” Congress and is the worst Congress seen in their lifetimes.

Immigration Reform: California Republican Rep. Denham Joins Democrats in Support of Overhaul Bill

House Republicans have stood firm on their conservative stance involving immigration reform, but California Republican Rep. Jeff Denham has made it clear that stalling isn't the solution. In an effort to get the wheels in motion, he's reaching across the aisle to Democrats by backing the immigration overhaul bill.

Government Shutdown 2013: October Deadline Threatens Military Pay, Obamacare Implementation

With a potential government shutdown looming, Republicans and Democrats are butting heads over President Obama's healthcare law and government funding
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