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    We Stand By Our Data

    We are seeking a correction to two stories which appeared regarding our recent podcasting data memo.

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    A New Public Square? No Fooling.

    The Federal Election Commission opens public comment for sixty days on Monday, April 4 regarding its plan to renovate the online space for national politics. Sound ambitious? It is.

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    Supreme Court Hears Arguments in File-Sharing Case

    Although long lines prevented me from entering the courtroom today to witness the arguments firsthand, the scene outside the hearing was also a fascinating microcosm of the parties affected by this debate.

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    All the News That’s Fed

    Though presidents have always worked hard to get their message out, the Bush administration has pushed the envelope, especially with its aggressive use of the faux news segments called video news releases.

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    Disapproval of GOP Congressional Leaders, But Democrats Fare No Better

    Summary of Findings The American public is not happy with the nation’s political leadership. President Bush’s approval rating remains below 50%, and just 39% approve of the job performance of Republican congressional leaders. Despite the paltry ratings for GOP leaders, however, Democrats have failed to benefit. The public has about the same low regard for […]