politics
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Why American escapism does not make sense
We need to focus on building our own community before we move into another. Graphic by Reece Butler. SADIA KHATRI | OPINION COLUMNIST | sskhatri@butler.edu “I’m moving to Canada!” Following Donald Trump’s presidential victory, perhaps you have heard or seen sentiments about moving elsewhere and away from America. When conservative victories — particularly when Trump…
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Donald Trump elected 47th President of the United States
The election was called at 5:34 a.m. on Wednesday morning by the Associated Press.
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Trump’s re-election elicits distress and despondency
“There’s strength in standing beside those who prioritize compassion over fear, who reject bigotry and false hope in favor of unity and logic.”
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Trump in the lead at time of poll closure
Key swing states such as Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin are still being counted.
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Senate and House election results
The next U.S. Senate and House of Representatives elected officials have been selected to serve the state of Indiana.
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Mike Braun elected 52nd governor of Indiana
While many turned their attention to the national presidential election this week, the position of Indiana governor was also up on the ballot — perhaps with more significant impacts on locals than one may realize.
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Political issues that don’t get talked about during Thanksgiving dinner
“While you may have already made up your mind about your presidential vote, here are five important but lesser-known issues that you should keep in mind when voting for Senators, Representatives and state or local politicians next week.”
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What to know before you vote
“In a close gubernatorial race, it is important for voters to be aware of each candidate’s policies and positions before visiting the polls on Nov. 5.”
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College students are a disenfranchised population
“It is inaccurate to say that access to voting hasn’t improved drastically since the implementation of Jim Crow laws and the total disenfranchisement of women. That being said, it is also dangerous to assume that disenfranchisement is a non-issue in the 21st century.”