by Kristin Maiorano | Nov 5, 2009 | Politics
Research shows young people in D.C. get married, on average, at a later age than in any state. (Kristin Maiorano/MNS) WASHINGTON –Blame it on the fast-paced political scene, the transient job market or the large student population. An October Pew Research study...
by Kristin Maiorano | Nov 4, 2009 | Politics
Leaders from politically active groups discuss youth involvement in politics. (Kristin Maiorano/MNS) WASHINGTON –Historically, Americans turn out in much smaller numbers for non-presidential elections. Young voters are no exception. While young people...
by Kristin Maiorano | Oct 21, 2009 | Politics
A sign by Bob Kunst, president of Shalom International, protests a conference of the National Jewish Democratic Council Wednesday. (Kristin Maiorano/MNS) WASHINGTON — On Wednesday morning, a lone Jewish activist stood outside the Hilton Washington, quietly...
by Kristin Maiorano | Oct 13, 2009 | Politics
Get the Flash Player to see this content. WASHINGTON – The Latino community got a little boost from the stars Tuesday, when “Desperate Housewives” actress Eva Longoria-Parker and music producer Emilio Estefan spoke on Capitol Hill to celebrate the creation of...
by Kristin Maiorano | Oct 12, 2009 | Politics
Get the Flash Player to see this player. Why He Matters When Sen. John McCain conceded the state of Michigan in the 2008 presidential campaign, it was Michael Blake who leaned over and showed the soon-to-be president the news on his Blackberry. Blake worked on the...
