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Big Money Did Not Lead to Big Wins This Election

Mike Adams — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:53:26 +0000

In the recent election, millionaires like Donald Trump and Jeffery Katzenberg tried to grease the political wheels with their contributions toward "super PACs," which can accept and spend huge amounts of money on political races. However, only three out of 10 of the most expensive Senate races were successful in placing a well-greased candidate into position, according to recent campaign data.

Rep. Paul Broun's Biggest Challenger In The Election? Charles Darwin

Dan Seitz — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 18:42:26 +0000

Paul Broun represents the college town of Athens, GA, and ran unopposed for his seat. That doesn’t mean, however, that he didn’t have a challenger. Several challengers, in fact. Broun has stirred controversy for his views on scientific matters such as evolution, so when voters went to the booth, some of them expressed their displeasure [...]

Photos From Election Night 2012

Chuck Armstrong — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 14:48:55 +0000

The 2012 presidential election concluded on Nov. 6, and after clinching 303 electoral votes, President Barack Obama will return to the Oval Office for his second term. After one of the most heated battles in campaign history, President Obama delivered his victory speech in Chicago, Ill., saying, "Tonight you voted for action, not politics as usual ... I am looking forward to reaching out and working with leaders of both parties to meet the challenges we can only solve together."

Obama Projected to Win Re-Election, Tweets Victory Photo

TheFW Staff — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 04:58:20 +0000

Following a win in the state of Ohio, Barack Obama is being projected as the winner of the 2012 presidential race. To celebrate, Obama tweeted the above photo of himself embracing Michelle with the words, “Four more years.” See Obama’s tweet below. For more 2012 election coverage, go here. Update: The tweet has already become [...]

Pennsylvania Voting Machine Doesn't Allow Obama Votes

Emerald Catron — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 19:29:21 +0000

Aaaaaaand the drama begins. This video footage was taken by a man trying to cast a vote for Barack Obama in Pennsylvania (an important swing state). We say “trying” because the machine doesn’t make it particularly possible to actually vote for Obama — every time the man tries, his vote is cast for Romney. According [...]

Election Day 2012: Country Stars Push Fans to Exercise Their Right to Vote

Billy Dukes — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 18:00:17 +0000

It’s Election Day, and country music’s biggest stars are joining the push to make sure every eligible voter takes time to get to the polls before they close tonight. The importance of the election is clear to every concerned American. While most singers are only providing reminders to their fans, others are using social media [...]

The Nation's First Presidential Election Results Report a Tie

Mike Adams — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 17:37:37 +0000

The first results of this year’s presidential election have just been released and it seems that the candidates are tied. The polls opened just after midnight for the people of Dixville Notch, New Hampshire, just as they have every election day since 1960. However, today’s outcome was the first time in history that their results [...]

Election Day 2012 – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 17:00:53 +0000

Country singers are becoming more and more vocal about who they'll choose on Election Day. Sara Evans likes Mitt Romney. Trace Adkins agrees. Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks is voting for Barack Obama, while Ronnie Dunn seems to be on the fence. Who will you vote for today, Election Day 2012?

Claim Your Election Day Freebies

Mike Adams — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:41:18 +0000

Well, it's finally Election Day here in the old Land of the Free, and what better way to give yourself a pat on the back for getting out there and casting your all-important vote than with some free stuff, right?

Here's Where to Vote in Abilene and Taylor County on Tuesday, November 6th 2012

Rudy Fernandez — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 05:54:57 +0000

Election day is here and it's time to go vote, but where do I go? If you know your precinct number the corresponding polling location is listed below. However, If you're like me, I don't know what my precinct number is. Not a problem, simply enter some basic information (like name and birth date or license number) into the States VoteTexas.gov website and it will give you, your precinct number. Please find time to go vote today and click through to find your polling location.

10 Forms of I.D. That Won't Be Accepted on Election Day

Jo Pincushion — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 19:16:55 +0000

It's almost time to cast your vote for the 2012 presidential election, and in some states it's important that you present valid photo I.D. Otherwise you could be prevented from casting your vote, which would deprive you of performing your civic duty.

Don't worry—we're here to help you! Here is a list of 10 forms of I.D. that won't be accepted on election day:

Are You Voting Early in This Year's Election? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 20:39:25 +0000

Over the last few electoral cycles, we’ve heard more and more about early voting. And we should be: the voting option is becoming more and more popular, reaching new levels of participation this year. The Pew Research Center found that in 2008, 34 percent of eventual voters cast their ballot before election day, up from 20 [...]

Election 2012: the Primary Election is Today, May 29th

Frank Pain — Tue, 29 May 2012 19:14:12 +0000

Due to redistricting, the Texas primary election has been delayed (originally scheduled for March), but it is finally here. So get out and vote. Voting ends at 7pm tonight. The Texas U.S. Senate seat is up for grabs, because Rep. Kay Bailey Hutchison isn’t seeking another term, in a hotly contested race between David Dewhurst, [...]