Tom Emmer takes lead role in rebuilding effort by US House Republicans – Minneapolis Star Tribune

Minneapolis Star Tribune Tom Emmer takes lead role in rebuilding effort by US House RepublicansMinneapolis Star TribuneWashington – The Republican wipeout in the U.S. House left Rep. Tom Emmer as Minnesota's senior Republican in Congress — and leading the effort to win back the majority in two years. "I believe we've got to get back to Main Street," Emmer said, … us republicans – Google News

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Democrats push to allow religious headwear within US Congress – The Jerusalem Post

The Jerusalem Post Democrats push to allow religious headwear within US CongressThe Jerusalem PostDemocrats push to allow religious headwear within U.S. Congress. Hats and head coverings of any kind were prohibited from the House following the passage of a motion on proper decorum in 1837. By MAYA MARGIT/THE MEDIA LINE. November 18, 2018 …Democrats Push To Allow Hijabs, Kippahs In US CongressThe Media Line Ilhan Omar in push to end head-covering ban in US CongressDaily NationFirst Muslim women in Congress: Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan OmarCNNRoll Call –History, Art & Archives – House.gov –Government…

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Noam Chomsky: Moral Depravity Defines US Politics – Truthout

Truthout Noam Chomsky: Moral Depravity Defines US PoliticsTruthoutThe US midterm elections of November 6, 2018, produced a divided Congress and essentially reaffirmed the existence of two nations in one country. But they also revealed, once again, the deep state of moral and political depravity that prevails in the … us politics – Google News

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Democrats won House midterms by largest margin since Watergate scandal, report says – USA TODAY

USA TODAY Democrats won House midterms by largest margin since Watergate scandal, report saysUSA TODAYFemale candidates spearheaded Democratic gains. At least 80 women had been elected to the House. Sixty-nine of the House women are Democrats, including 27 of 28 newcomers, according to a USA TODAY analysis. Jared Polis was the first gay man to …US presidential elections: why a Democrat is now favourite to win in 2020The Conversation UK Midterm Election Results Saw Republicans Suffer Worst House Defeat in US History Based on Popular VoteNewsweekIn historic election for female candidates,…

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Puerto Rico seeks more funds, help from Congress post-Maria – The Seattle Times

Puerto Rico seeks more funds, help from Congress post-MariaThe Seattle TimesSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico's governor is imploring U.S. Congress to increase federal funding and approve several measures to help the island recover from Hurricane Maria, saying that the U.S. territory is still struggling more than a …and more » us congress – Google News

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Panel says however you slice it, faith matters in US politics – Crux: Covering all things Catholic

Crux: Covering all things Catholic Panel says however you slice it, faith matters in US politicsCrux: Covering all things CatholicWASHINGTON, D.C. – Two weeks after a Democratic “blue wave” swept Congress, Catholics gathered at Georgetown University to parse the role of the 73 percent of self-identified Christian voters who participated in the midterm elections. During a … us politics – Google News

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