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Why (Very White) Iowa and New Hampshire Matter So Much in US Politics

The two earliest primary states' lack of diversity has an effect on who gets initial attention from the media as the electoral process begins.

Harry Reid: "I donâ€™t apologize to anyone for what we did today."

"It's very clear that the vast majority of the Democratic caucus wants to keep Sen Lieberman as chairman of this committee.

Senate Dem leaders are expected to allow Lieberman to keep Homeland Security chairmanship.

The vote on Senator Lieberman's chairmanship will be held tomorrow.

Calls for Lieberman's ouster gaining Joe-mentum

Lieberman's seniority within the Democratic caucus, and his Chairmanship of the Homeland Security Committee might be in jeopardy. Let's hope so.

Are Dems ready to boot Lieberman from the caucus?

It's time for a grassroots uprising to demand national popular elections, both for the nominees and the president.

After a messy Super Tuesday, finger pointing continues. But five other states use the same private vendor.

With 200 votes separating Clinton and Obama, three ballot boxes went uncounted Tuesday.

Delays cause voters to leave in Georgia; Anti-Obama mailer resurfaces in Massachusetts; Los Angeles ballot layout could undercount votes.

The campaign calls on state Democratic party to investigate

Iowa's caucus results prove that being mainstream and raising big bucks won't necessarily get you votes.