Government & Policy

Alabama is represented by two U.S. senators in the United States Senate, consistent with every other state. Each senator serves a six-year term, with terms staggered so approxim...

The Wade Davis Bill was introduced in July 1864, during the American Civil War, as a measure to define and restrict how rebellious Southern states could be readmitted to the Uni...

Compulsory voting laws require eligible citizens to register and appear at elections, with sanctions typically for unjustified non-participation. Also called mandatory voting, t...

Pete Buttigieg’s policy approach centers on pragmatic public investment, climate action, competition policy, and institutional strengthening. As former Mayor of South Bend, In...

The Oklahoma elections 2018 were held on November 6, 2018, during a midterm cycle that saw heightened national attention for governor, U.S. Senate, and state legislative contest...

The Multnomah County Auditor serves as the county’s chief fiscal officer and elections administrator. Key duties include administering elections, maintaining official financia...

Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) in Nevada refers to the system that delivers public assistance benefits electronically to eligible residents. The state uses EBT cards for prog...

In 2018, Kentucky held statewide and legislative elections that determined leadership and representation across the Commonwealth. This guide explains which Kentucky offices were...

Atlantic County election results 2018 reflect the outcomes of the November 6, 2018 general election across all countywide and legislative contests certified by the Atlantic Coun...

The Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (DGIF) is the state agency responsible for wildlife conservation, fisheries management, and outdoor recreation oversight. Its core mi...