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When it comes to out-of-state donations, Democrats take the lead in the 2018 midterms

by Jana Kasperkevic

Nov 5, 2018

"Rock star" candidates like Beto O'Rourke and Stacey Abrams attract out-of-state donations.

U.S. Senate candidate Rep. Beto O'Rourke (D-TX) poses for photographs with supporters during a campaign rally at Gilbert Garza Park Oct. 31, 2018 in San Antonio, Texas. With less than a week before Election Day, O'Rourke is driving across the state in his race against incumbent Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX).

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Why unions are so worried about right-to-work laws

by Jana Kasperkevic

Feb 24, 2017

It has to do with money, power and influence.

Labor union members protest Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder's proposed budget cuts in 2011.

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