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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

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

Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio campaigns for Donald Trump in Phoenix in August. Ralph Freso/Getty Images hide caption

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

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

Retiring Rep. Scott Rigell, R-Va. — seen here awaiting election results on Nov. 2, 2010 — says he wants to continue work in his soon-to-be-private life to inject more civility in American politics. Ross Taylor/AP hide caption

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

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

House Speaker John Boehner gets emotional and wipes his face during a news conference on Capitol Hill in which he announced he would be resigning at the end of October. Steve Helber/AP hide caption

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It's All Politics

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

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.

Values Voter Summit attendees cheer Boehner's resignation

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

House Speaker John Boehner is yet again facing a backlash from conservatives over his approach in trying to avoid a government shutdown. Jacquelyn Martin/AP hide caption

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

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

Republican presidential candidates Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas and businessman Donald Trump greet each on stage at a rally on Capitol Hill to oppose the Iran nuclear agreement. Carolyn Kaster/AP hide caption

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The Two-Way

Trump, Cruz Headline Tea Party Rally Against Iran Nuclear Deal

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

A woman holds signs depicting the head of Republican presidential candidate and businessman Donald Trump as she waits to enter the auditorium to hear him speak on Wednesday in Derry, N.H. Mary Schwalm/AP hide caption

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It's All Politics

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

Who is the Trump coalition? Working-class white men and core Republicans find his straightforward style and nonpolitician approach refreshing. That means he could have staying power in this race.

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

Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, and fellow Democratic members of Congress hold a news conference to voice their opposition to the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images hide caption

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

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.