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2016

Dodd–Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
Sept. 9, 2016, 3 p.m.

 Widely considered the most significant financial regulatory reform since the Great Depression, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (Dodd-Frank) instantly became a debated political battle in Washington.

The Minimum Wage Debate
Aug. 1, 2016, 2:06 p.m.

Some legislators are beginning to act on the task of increasing the minimum wage, while others are actively trying to stop the increases.

2014

2014 Voter Self-Defense Manual Release
Sept. 30, 2014, 7:43 p.m.

Vote Smart announced today that the 2014 Voter’s Self-Defense Manual is available free to all voters by simply calling 888-VoteSmart or emailing membership@votesmart.org.

Revolutionizing Transparency in Government through Technology
Sept. 15, 2014, 8:17 p.m.

Today, Vote Smart announces the unveiling of its powerful new tools that provide every citizen interactive, instant access to the facts on any politician, on any issue, at any time.

Vote Smart Magic is Almost Here!
Aug. 8, 2014, 9:47 p.m.

We are only a few weeks away from announcing the biggest event in Vote Smart history.  It will transform the way you use our data and the way you view candidates and elections in the future. 

July Common Ground E-Newsletter
July 21, 2014, 9:51 p.m.

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June Common Ground E-Newsletter
June 12, 2014, 10:09 p.m.

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2013

Elections Aren't Just for Even Numbered Years
Nov. 6, 2013, 1:22 a.m.

It's Election Day! Well, for many of you it is.

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