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The reactions to Vice President Kamala Harris’ CNN interview exemplifies everything that is wrong with politics today and highlighted two of its most insidious afflictions: partisan blindness and proportionality absence.
The Indy takes home top honors at the State Press Awards, recognizing excellence in journalism and reporting across Nevada. Read about the awards and achievements here.
Moderators play a crucial role in ensuring fair, balanced debates. Learn why their responsibility to moderate is essential for maintaining productive discussions.
As I say every even-numbered year at about this time, elections are about a lot of factors – character, campaigns, money – but they are fundamentally about one thing: math.
Judicial races are usually characterized by roadside signs saying nothing, fluffy TV ads and flashy mailers providing little illumination for voters who are mostly unfamiliar with the incumbents or challengers. This project aims to change that.