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On Both The Left And Right, Trump Is Driving New Political Engagement

Pro-Trump supporters, left, argue with demonstrators after a Feb. 18 march in Los Angeles to protest the president's immigration policies. Sociologists say President Trump's actions and rhetoric are politically energizing both conservatives and liberals. Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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On Both The Left And Right, Trump Is Driving New Political Engagement

March 3, 2017 • Sociologists say they are seeing unprecedented grass-roots activism across the country, and they credit the president. One says Trump has helped people find common ground — based on their anger.

On Both The Left And Right, Trump Is Driving New Political Engagement

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Alarmed By Washington, Liberal Protesters Bring Concerns Home To Lawmakers

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Alarmed By Washington, Liberal Protesters Bring Concerns Home To Lawmakers

February 2, 2017 • And we mean the word "home" literally. In the past week, demonstrators have parked their signs — and their frustrations — outside the homes of Democratic politicians.

A Local Sheriff's Race Is Drawing National Attention And A Hefty Price Tag

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A Local Sheriff's Race Is Drawing National Attention And A Hefty Price Tag

October 1, 2016 • One of the country's most expensive races for local office is in Arizona's Maricopa County, where Sheriff Joe Arpaio, a noted opponent of illegal immigration, has the toughest challenge of his career.

A Local Sheriff's Race Is Drawing National Attention And A Hefty Price Tag

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How A Tea Partier Became Its Villain — And Why She Could Lose Tuesday

Conservative groups have spent more than $1.1 million against Rep. Renee Ellmers, R-N.C., ahead of her GOP primary on Tuesday. Alex Wong/Getty Images hide caption

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How A Tea Partier Became Its Villain — And Why She Could Lose Tuesday

June 6, 2016 • The political evolution Rep. Renee Ellmers has undergone since 2010 could cost the North Carolina Republican her job in Tuesday's special GOP congressional primary.

Will Paul Ryan Lose His GOP Primary? Probably Not

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Will Paul Ryan Lose His GOP Primary? Probably Not

May 10, 2016 • Sarah Palin is backing the House speaker's GOP primary challenger after Ryan declined to endorse Donald Trump. But primary upsets remain rare and hard to orchestrate.

House GOP's 2010 Tea Party Class Heads For The Exits

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House GOP's 2010 Tea Party Class Heads For The Exits

April 3, 2016 • At the end of this Congress, more than one-third of the historic Tea Party freshman class will be gone from the House. Many ran as outsiders in a year when voters were tired of political insiders.

House GOP's 2010 Tea Party Class Heads For The Exits

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Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin announces her endorsement of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in Ames, Iowa, on Tuesday. Al Drago/CQ Roll Call via Getty Images hide caption

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Sarah Palin Endorses Donald Trump

January 19, 2016 • The Tea Party favorite is endorsing the GOP real estate magnate and reality TV star in a blow to a surging Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.

5 Things To Know About South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley

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5 Things To Know About South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley

January 11, 2016 • The Indian-American governor gave the GOP address after President Obama's State of the Union on Tuesday. Her pick intensified speculation that she could be a top vice presidential pick for 2016.

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Justice Department Says No Criminal Charges In IRS-Tea Party Investigation

October 23, 2015 • DOJ finds there is no evidence to support a criminal prosecution over the Internal Revenue Service's mishandling of conservative non-profit political groups.

Conservatives Rejoice Over Boehner Resignation, Say 'Pressure Was Working'

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Conservatives Rejoice Over Boehner Resignation, Say 'Pressure Was Working'

September 25, 2015 • House Speaker John Boehner announced he is stepping down at the end of October. Rank-and-file conservatives reacted with glee — again highlighting the sharp GOP divide.

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As Tea Party Again Aims For Boehner, GOP Leadership Rallies Around Him

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As Tea Party Again Aims For Boehner, GOP Leadership Rallies Around Him

September 17, 2015 • There are rumblings that conservatives want John Boehner ousted as House speaker for what they see as a lack of fight. But GOP leaders look ready to turn the tables on the insurgents.

Trump, Cruz Headline Tea Party Rally Against Iran Nuclear Deal

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Trump, Cruz Headline Tea Party Rally Against Iran Nuclear Deal

September 9, 2015 • Republican Sen. Ted Cruz told the crowd that if the Iran deal goes through, the Obama administration will be the "world's leading financier of radical Islamic terrorism."

Why Trump Is Here To Stay — At Least For A While

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How Democratic Trade Rift Could Give Rise To 'Tea Party' Of The Left

June 18, 2015 • Intra-party turmoil could spill over into the next election, with labor groups threatening primaries against members — even those who sit in swing districts — who sided with the president.