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Defined in Webster's Dictionary as the art or science of government, or concerned with guiding or influencing governmental policy or winning and holding control over a government. Politics can also describe the art of guidance and influence outside the realm of government, such as office politics, industry politics or social politics.

A good rule of thumb for making friends and influencing people is "never discuss religion, sex or politics." But those who hold court in the blogosphere violate such etiquette 24/7. Counter-intuitive to the long-held notion of conversation fit for polite company, politics is a prominent Internet topic specifically because of its controversial nature.

Unfortunately, many who engage in political discourse often feel free to throw etiquette to the wind. Rather than affably promote the free exchange of ideas, such people often resort to personal attacks, diminishing the quality of their opinion and transforming platforms for meaningful exchange into childish free-for-alls.


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  • Hearing to determine Tucson suspects competency


    Washington Examiner — Authority Authority: 708
    JULIE WATSON Associated Press SAN DIEGO A federal judge has called a hearing to determine whether the suspect in the Tucson shooting rampage that ...
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  • The Citizens United Catastrophe


    The Moderate Voice — Authority Authority: 647
    WASHINGTON — We have seen the world created by the Supreme Court’s Citizens United decision, and it doesn’t work. Oh, yes, it works nicely for the wealthiest and most powerful people in the country, especially if they want to shroud their efforts to influence politics behind shell corporations. It just doesn’t ...
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  • ‘AMA has interest of residents at heart’


    The Ghanaian Journal — Authority Authority: 132
    Members of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) on Thursday said all activities undertaken by the assembly are in the best interest of residents. “We admit that some of these actions by the AMA could inconvenience the dwellers but they need to be under taken to make the capital cleaner, safer, healthier and stress ...
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  • Abuse of incumbency allegation…


    The Ghanaian Journal — Authority Authority: 132
    Back with data–Caemmi   The Executive Director of the Centre for African Elections Media Monitoring Index (CAEMMI), Dr. Messan Mawugbe, has cautioned politicians and media players in Ghana and Africa to ensure that their allegations against state owned media abuse of incumbency are based on consistent, scientific, ...
    3 hours ago

  • Planning reforms achieve the opposite of what David Cameron wants


    News Politics — Authority Authority: 128
    If you want to see the future – and I wouldn’t really advise it if you want to retain your equanimity – go to ancient Rutland. For the historic market town of Oakham in the heart of England’s smallest county is already suffering the effects of the Government’s controversial planning “reforms”. And they ...
    3 hours ago

  • ‘NDC, NPP ARE GHANA’S WOES’


    The Ghanaian Journal — Authority Authority: 132
        The Brong Ahafo chapter of the Progressive Youth Movement, which represents the Progressive People’s Party’s wing in tertiary institutions wishes to emphatically make the point that multiparty party democracy is undoubtedly the best form of governance for the development of every state.   In fact, there is ...
    3 hours ago

  • Western Nightowl Clips


    Western Progressive — Authority Authority: 431
    Heres our top political clips for early Monday morning: 1) Bloomberg: Youd think a congresswoman would have to get shot in the head before Congress would change its views on gun control.  Amen, Mr. Mayor! 2) McCain rejects Mitt Romneys self-deportation idea.  Remember, McCain endorsed Romney about one month ago. ...
    3 hours ago

  • GOPs Hoekstra Runs Racist Ad With Asian Stereotype


    Silenced Majority Portal — Authority Authority: 122
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  • Take Back the Republican Party (Guest Voice)


    The Moderate Voice — Authority Authority: 647
    It’s time for the grownups among us to quit indulging the tantrums of the political 2-year-olds in the Republican Party hollering “No!” unless they get their way. One way to accomplish this would be for Democrats, Independents, Greens, Libertarians and moderates of all kinds to join the Republican Party. Take ...
    3 hours ago

  • Veteran influx a challenge for colleges, agencies


    Washington Examiner — Authority Authority: 708
    ANGELA MAPES TURNER The Journal Gazette FORT WAYNE, Ind. When Tiffany Kravec-Kelly wanted to reach fellow veterans on IPFWs campus, she took a ...
    3 hours ago

  • Clint Eastwood: Its Halftime in America


    American Power — Authority Authority: 647
    The U.S. bailed out Chrysler  so this ad about halftime in America is deceptive. Most regular folks cant count on Big Brother to come to the rescue, as much as we love Clint Eastwoods grit and determination. It rings a little hollow in the end. It went over pretty well, in any case. See CNN, " Chrysler is king of ...
    3 hours ago

  • Romney wins Nevada caucuses


    Russ Campbell's Blog — Authority Authority: 466
    T he GOP front-runner Mitt Romney increased his momentum by easily winning Saturday’s Nevada caucuses. As reported by iPolitics , “returns from 13 of 17 counties showed Romney with 43 per cent support, Newt Gingrich with 24 per cent, Ron Paul with 20 per cent and Rick Santorum with 13 per cent.” This is ...
    20 hours ago

  • Sunday News Analysis: A Look Ahead To Corbett Budget II.


    Capitol Ideas with John L. Micek — Authority Authority: 420
    When Gov.  Tom Corbett  unveils his second budget Tuesday, Pennsylvania will be at least $500 million in the red — even after a year of spending cuts across almost every sector of state government. The recipe for how the Republican administration got to that point includes a dash of deliberate policy ...
    20 hours ago

  • Keeping It Classy


    PRowl Public Relations — Authority Authority: 110
    Let’s be honest, when you want something in today’s world, you have to “go out and grab it”. Below are a few tips to keep in mind when you’re planning your next move or countering accusations from competitors. Know what you or your client wants to achieve right away. Then, keep your message clear and ...
    21 hours ago

  • Gambling bill rolls dice in NH House


    ExaminerPolitics.com — Authority Authority: 140
    The Associated Press The Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. A new gaming bill to legalize video lottery and table games and provide two $50 million ...
    21 hours ago

  • Chances for coastal insurance overhauls uncertain on eve of legislative session


    Breaking News from the Press-Register — Authority Authority: 647
    Grass-roots activists in Mobile and Baldwin counties are calling for insurance companies to provide more information, more widely available coverage and lower rates for homeowners in south Alabama. Insurance companies will likely oppose such legislative efforts. And on the eve of the 2012 legislative session, which ...
    21 hours ago

  • Analysis: Pragmatism trumps democracy in Congo


    ExaminerPolitics.com — Authority Authority: 140
    MICHELLE FAUL Associated Press JOHANNESBURG Congos presidential election was so fraud-riddled nobody knows for sure who won. Two months later, the ...
    21 hours ago

  • Sewer Ad Hoc Committee-related items on agenda for Constantine Village Council meeting Monday evening


    River Country Journal — Authority Authority: 129
    Multiple items regarding the Sewer Ad Hoc Committee are on the agenda for the Constantine Village Council meeting Monday evening (February 6th).  They include: Sewer Rates Water Rates Sewer Video Request for Proposals (Attorney) Sewer Summary Review (Closed Session). Sewer items were also on the agenda for ...
    21 hours ago

  • do you believe in a secular america?


    toomanytribbles — Authority Authority: 115
    no... scratch that. do you believe in a secular country... wherever you live? ten point vision finalist blog post, copyright ©2011 helen sotiriadis . content copyright of respective owners. this feed is for personal non-commercial use only.mirrored at wordpress
    21 hours ago

  • "Conservative devotion to truth"...and other oxymorons


    What Would Jack Do? — Authority Authority: 474
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    21 hours ago

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