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GOP Voters Plan To Do Their Part For A 'Red Wave' In November

Despite warning signs that Democrats could gain big in the midterm elections, many Republican supporters remain enthusiastically behind President Trump and his predictions of a "red wave" in November.

GOP Voters Plan To Do Their Part For A 'Red Wave' In November

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Obama Rallies For Cordray To Reclaim Ohio

Former President Obama is campaigning in east Cleveland on Thursday for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Richard Cordray. Obama is rallying parts of the Democratic base that didn't show up in 2016.

Obama Rallies For Cordray To Reclaim Ohio

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'God Bless The U.S.A.,' A Country Anthem With Enduring Political Power

Lee Greenwood performs in Illinois in 1984. Released that spring to a modest chart showing, "God Bless the U.S.A." found staying power as political campaigns began to adopt it. Paul Natkin/Getty Images hide caption

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'God Bless The U.S.A.,' A Country Anthem With Enduring Political Power

Don Gonyea visits musician Lee Greenwood to talk about the song that, after three decades in political campaigns, might be more popular than "Hail to the Chief."

'God Bless The U.S.A.,' A Country Anthem With Enduring Political Power

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What Some West Virginia Residents Have To Say On Why They Don't Vote

A majority of Americans didn't vote in recent midterm elections. Nonvoters tend to have less education and income, like those in McDowell County, W.Va., who feel overlooked by the political system.

What Some West Virginia Residents Have To Say On Why They Don't Vote

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On The Sidelines Of Democracy: Exploring Why So Many Americans Don't Vote
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On The Sidelines Of Democracy

On The Sidelines Of Democracy: Exploring Why So Many Americans Don't Vote

In recent midterms, 4 in 10 eligible voters cast ballots. Nonvoters talk of apathy, disgust, barriers and other reasons. But those who don't vote, and their interests, can be ignored by candidates.

On The Sidelines Of Democracy: Exploring Why So Many Americans Don't Vote

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Obama Gives First Direct Public Rebuke Of President Trump

Former President Obama called President Trump out in a speech on the state of U.S. politics, urging Democratic voters to turn out in November for the sake of American democracy.

Obama Gives First Direct Public Rebuke Of President Trump

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What Ayanna Pressley's Upset In Massachusetts Says About Democratic Voters

Another major primary upset in a Democratic primary in Massachusetts on Tuesday adds to evidence that younger, diverse candidates are energizing Democratic voters over more established politicians.

What Ayanna Pressley's Upset In Massachusetts Says About Democratic Voters

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Former VP Biden Gives Emotional Tribute At McCain's Memorial Service

Former Vice President Biden gave an emotional tribute to his former colleague and friend Sen. John McCain. Biden's son, Beau, died of the same type of brain cancer that took McCain's life.

Former VP Biden Gives Emotional Tribute At McCain's Memorial Service

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1968: How We Got Here

Revisiting 1968's Democratic National Convention In Chicago

The convention was marred by violent protests and clashes with police that helped to define the unrest that marked the year. The meeting also featured heated political battles inside the hall.

Revisiting 1968's Democratic National Convention In Chicago

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From A POW Prison, John McCain Emerged A 'Maverick'

John McCain is escorted by Lt. Cmdr. Jay Coupe Jr. to Hanoi's Gia Lam Airport on March 14, 1973, after 5 1/2 years as a prisoner of war. Horst Faas/AP hide caption

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From A POW Prison, John McCain Emerged A 'Maverick'

McCain was shot down during the Vietnam War and was held captive and tortured for years. The ordeal helped fuel his political career.

From A POW Prison, John McCain Emerged A 'Maverick'

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DNC Votes To Largely Strip 'Superdelegates' Of Presidential Nominating Power

Demonstrators gather outside the Democratic National Committee's summer meeting to protest the use of "superdelegates" in the party's presidential nomination process. The DNC voted to drastically reduce their role this weekend. Scott Olson/Getty Images hide caption

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DNC Votes To Largely Strip 'Superdelegates' Of Presidential Nominating Power

Party leaders who have voted on the nominations of Democrats' presidential candidates for three decades, unbound by primaries and caucuses, will now only weigh in if a convention is deadlocked.

DNC Votes To Largely Strip 'Superdelegates' Of Presidential Nominating Power

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Amanda Shires Won't 'Give Away The Secrets' Of Her Songs

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Amanda Shires Won't 'Give Away The Secrets' Of Her Songs

Amanda Shires' new album To the Sunset takes on more pop than her usual folk and Americana style and includes messages about motherhood and moving through life's rough parts.

Amanda Shires Won't 'Give Away The Secrets' Of Her Songs

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