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Mass media plays an important role in shaping American politics. As the parties and presidential candidates intensify their campaigning efforts, the public interest in being on top of current ...

Staffing a New Administration, With Stephen Hadley (Transition 2025, Episode 1) Stephen Hadley, a principal of Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel LLC and former national security advisor to President ...

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The Vindman twins both played a role in Trump’s first impeachment. As Eugene campaigns for Congress, some voters are confusing him with his brother, Alexander. Democrat Missy Cotter Smasal is ...

Maryland’s competitive race between Republican Larry Hogan and Democratic Angela Alsobrooks has cost at least six times more than the state’s last contest for an open seat. The settlement ...

With over 60 national elections set to take place, 2024 has been a defining year for global politics. Among the more highly anticipated national elections was the United States presidential ...

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Alastair Campbell is a writer, communicator and strategist best known for his role as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair’s spokesman, press secretary and director of communications and strategy.