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Presidential candidates have different ideas for operations in Middle East
Both presidential candidates have different ideas visions for the war-stricken Middle East. Here is a breakdown county-by-country. Read more
I-Elect survey shows students vote
The 2012 I-Elect survey results show that, contrary to popular belief, students actually do vote — or at least they say they do. Read more
Social media may create opportunities for candidates — if they can be seen
With Election Day rapidly approaching, candidates have been taking advantage of recent technological developments by using social media in their campaigns. But the majority of voters who use social media do not report it has influenced their political views, according to a 2012 I-Elect survey. Read more
I just want to laugh: Comedy used for political cause
“A wise man once said, more people have smoked marijuana than voted for President (George) Bush,” said comedian Nick Martin to his coffee shop audience. He had their attention. Did they get it? “That wise man was the bassist of Nirvana.”
Martin now stays away from political humor in his shows, but other comedians are very much in the public scope when it comes to politics. Read more
What's hot on Twitter
Here are some of the topics that have been trending during the 2012 elections. Read more
Political candidates share online campaign strategies
Although local candidates use social media in all different ways in their campaigns, Chicago Tribune Social Media Editor Scott Kleinberg said they may not be using it to its fullest potential. Read more
Youth vote increases but still low
Voters ages 18 to 24 have the lowest turnout percentage in the country – although that percentage has increased during the last three presidential elections, according to a study by Tufts University. Read more
Three hot-button issues for women during this year’s campaign
President Barack Obama and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney are paying attention to the women’s vote, especially over three key issues: contraception, abortion and equal pay. Read more
Organized student activism on campus spans the political spectrum
I-Elect caught up with four University of Illinois students involved with behind-the-scenes political work with campus political organizations. These organizations include Young Americans for Liberty, College Republicans at UIUC, Illini Democrats and International Socialist Organization. Read more



