Politics & Government

Politics & Government

Voters Decide Minimum Wage, Marijuana Ballot Measures

5:10pm November 05, 2014

by Ina Jaffe

Across the country, many voter initiatives were on the ballots. Minimum wage questions were on ballots in five states. In addition, three states and the District of Columbia voted on marijuana issues.

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In the latest bids to compel companies to label foods made with genetically modified ingredients, voters in Colorado and Oregon weighed in on the issue Tuesday.

GMO Labeling: Colorado Voters Reject Food Measure; Maui Voters Approve

4:49pm November 05, 2014

by Bill Chappell

While more than half of U.S. states have contemplated similar GMO legislation, the only one that has come close to requiring a label is Vermont.

Fast-food workers and activists demonstrate outside a Chicago McDonald's in July in favor of a higher minimum wage. Illinois voters on Tuesday called on the state Legislature to approve a $10 minimum wage.

Thumbs Up For Higher Minimum Wages, And For Marijuana Industry

3:44pm November 05, 2014

by Marilyn Geewax

Voters in Alaska, Arkansas, Nebraska and South Dakota overwhelmingly approved minimum-wage hikes. Illinois voters approved a nonbinding wage-hike referendum. Recreational pot was approved in Oregon.

President Obama stumped for gubernatorial candidate Tom Wolf this weekend in Philadelphia. Wolf's victory Tuesday was among the few bright spots for Democrats.

We Need A New Word For The Latest Republican Wave

3:22pm November 05, 2014

by Ron Elving

In 2006, President Bush's Republicans took a "thumpin'." Four years later, President Obama's Democrats saw "a shellacking." So what do you call the damage done to Obama and his party last night?

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell says he sees issues where a Republican-led Congress can work with President Obama. McConnell won re-election Tuesday, as his party took control of the Senate.

McConnell Says 'Senate Needs To Be Fixed,' Discussing GOP Gains

2:52pm November 05, 2014

by Bill Chappell

One day after the GOP took control of Congress, presumptive Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says Republicans are willing to work with President Obama on some issues.

Supporters of efforts to label GMOs in foods turn out at a rally in Denverin 2013. A ballot measure that would such labels failed to pass by a wide margin Tuesday.

Colorado, Oregon Reject GMO Labeling

1:40pm November 05, 2014

by Luke Runyon

Voters in Colorado and Oregon rejected measures to require labels on foods produced with genetic engineering. Meanwhile, voters in Maui, Hawaii, approved a moratorium on GMO crops.

Voters In Texas City Approve Ban On Fracking

12:55pm November 05, 2014

by Krishnadev Calamur

It's the first time a city in the energy-friendly state has voted to ban hydraulic fracturing. The vote in Denton is likely to face legal challenges.

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Kansas Republicans Breathe A Sigh Of Relief

11:58am November 05, 2014

by Juana Summers

While Kansas is typically a deeply conservative red state, this year two of the party's leaders found themselves in fights for their political lives — and they won.

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After 8 Years, Republicans Win Control Of U.S. Senate

11:58am November 05, 2014

by Ailsa Chang

The GOP scored major victories in the midterm elections. The wins reshape the political dynamic in Washington and complicate the legislative agenda for President Obama's final two years in office.

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Rep. Schweikert Weighs In On Republican Priorities

11:58am November 05, 2014

Republicans have picked up the seats they need to control the U.S. Senate. They even added to their margin in the U.S. House. David Greene talks to Rep. David Schweikert, a Republican from Arizona.

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