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Firearm Debate in America Focuses on Freedom and Safety

Terri Harel

06 Jan 2013 — 1 min read
Firearm Debate in America Focuses on Freedom and Safety

Visual.ly and SurveyMonkey team up to bring us this interesting infographic about Americans and firearms. Recent national tragedies like the Aurora, Colorado theatre shooting and the Sandy Hook shooting have reinitiated national debate about gun control, the true meaning of the Fourth Amendment, and mental health in America.

America & Firearms: Split over Ownership or United Over Safety?

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The Swalwell COVER-UP: How California's "Open Secret" Finally Exploded

The Swalwell COVER-UP: How California's "Open Secret" Finally Exploded

Eric Swalwell went from Democratic frontrunner in the California governor's race to political exile in a matter of days - and somehow nobody in Washington is surprised.

By Cara Brown McCormick 16 Apr 2026
California capitol building with flags.

Judge Slams Door on New Attack Against California’s Top Two Primary

A group of minor parties in California challenged the state's nonpartisan Top Two primary in court and a federal judge handed them another loss, ruling in part that they can’t keep suing over arguments already rejected by other courts.

By Shawn Griffiths 15 Apr 2026
Buffalo, New York, considers open primaries, ranked choice voting, and ballot access reform.

Can Buffalo Succeed Where NYC Failed on Election Reform?

The Buffalo Charter Revision Commission voted 7-2 Monday to pass a resolution that ensures it will explore open primaries, ranked choice voting (RCV), and expanded ballot access. It is not a guarantee on any reform, but it is a step closer to change.

By Shawn Griffiths 14 Apr 2026
US Rep. Eric Swalwell

Who Will Eric Swalwell Voters Choose Now? We Know

US Rep. Eric Swalwell has officially suspended his campaign for California governor in the midst of multiple sexual misconduct and assault allegations. He also announced Monday that he is resigning from Congress.

By Shawn Griffiths 13 Apr 2026
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