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Why should you Care about the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR)? Explainer Video
A brief history of CAIR and its relationship with local legislatures in the U.S.
Could an earmark have squeezed into pork-barrel warrior Paul Ryan's latest Pentagon bill?
Barely nine months into his speakership, a potential earmark has squeaked through the current Republican majority under Ryan's leadership.
US Veterans fight to pursue medical marijuana research
Local veterans and doctors traveled to Washington D.C. to lobby for marijuana research and support legislation like the Carers Act, which would permit veterans affairs doctors to prescribe medical marijuana for chronic conditions.
Five terms in, McCain re-election campaign still may face tough fundraising battle
The last time he sought re-election, U.S. Sen. John McCain faced a spirited primary challenge from a more conservative Republican. If that happens again, experts say McCain could face difficulty raising money from a split GOP base.
Gabby Giffords urges Congress to fight for gun control
Former congresswoman Gabby Giffords attended a news conference in Washington, D.C. concerning stricter gun laws.
Israeli Prime Minister's speech stirs controversy in Congress 03/03/15
Fifty-seven members of Congress boycotted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech about Iran and its nuclear capabilities.
President Obama awards the nation's top teachers
John-David Bowman, history teacher from Mesa received the award today in Washington D.C. He hopes to use his award and publicity to raise the level of prestige of the teaching profession across Arizona.
Tucson Rep. Martha McSally already thinking about next campaign
Martha McSally was sworn into office only a little over a month ago and she will begin fundraising for her next campaign this weekend.
Human Trafficking surrounding Super Bowl 2015
The Super Bowl is known to bring a negative effect to the host town, human trafficking. Cronkite News highlights legislation and initiatives that could alleviate the problem.
Barry Goldwater statue unveiled at U.S. Capitol
A 1,700-pound statue of Barry Goldwater, former Arizona senator and one-time Republican presidential nominee, was unveiled at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday.
US Supreme Court case on Political Gerrymandering in Arizona
Supreme Court justices grilled both sides Monday as the Arizona Legislature argued that the voter-approved Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission unconstitutionally cut lawmakers out of the redistricting process.
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