Election 2008: What’s At Stake?

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Races We’re Watching: Part 2

November 3rd, 2008 · No Comments

North Carolina Senate: Once comfortable Sen. Elizabeth Dole (R) is fighting for her political life against Democrat Kay Hagan, whom most polls show is ahead. North Carolina has seen an influx on immigrants since Dole was last up for reelection. If Hagan wins by a narrow margin, they will have made a difference.
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In Arizona, Immigration is a Ballot Question

October 12th, 2008 · 1 Comment

In 2004, Arizona voters passed Proposition 200, a measure designed to prevent alleged voter fraud by illegal immigrants. Instead, as News 21 documented, Prop 200 has disenfranchised thousands of legitimate voters. In 2006, voters overwhelmingly approved four initiatives against illegal immigrants, including measures denying them bail and punitive damages in civil count cases. Now, the [...]

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