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Republican presidential hopefuls Donald Trump and Jeb Bush share a moment during the Republican Presidential Debate at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, on September 16th, 2015.

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How Camera Framing Can Change Voters’ Perceptions in Primary Debates

Timely new research reveals that, in televised debates, producers give some candidates a more favorable visual treatment than others—and in 2016, the big winner was Donald Trump.

Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders during the second Democratic presidential primary debate in November of 2015.

Social Justice

How the Hillary/Bernie Democrat Divide Played Out in State Elections Beyond 2016

Data since the 2016 election shows Democrats are still divided.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 21: Donna Elms wears a Democrat donkey pin while lining up outside in advance of a campaign rally with former President Barack Obama, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf, and Senator Bob Casey (D- PA) on September 21, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Midterm election Day is November 6th.

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No, Democrats Do Not Need to Nominate a White Man in Order to Defeat Trump

It's the conditions of the economy, the popularity of the incumbent party, and the state of foreign relations that really affect a presidential nominee's chances—not their race or gender.

Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders participate in the MSNBC Democratic Debate at the University of New Hampshire in Durham, New Hampshire, on February 4th, 2016.

Social Justice

What Disability Leaders Want to See From 2020 Candidates

After the 2016 election, disability activists say the bar for prospective Democratic nominees has never been higher.

Senator Elizabeth Warren holds babies after addressing an organizing event at Manchester Community College in Manchester, New Hampshire, on January 12th, 2019.

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Voters Expect Female Politicians to Be Perfect Mothers Too

Unlike men, they need to convince voters they can simultaneously fill the roles of homemaker and public official.

Former presidential candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton.

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What Lessons Should the Media Learn From the 2016 Election?

Trump's campaign scandals ultimately benefited him in the 2016 election. That won't be the case in 2020.

President Donald Trump arrives for a political rally at the Charleston Civic Center in Charleston, West Virginia, on August 21st, 2018.

Education

School Bullying Increased After the 2016 Election in Areas That Supported Trump

New research backs up anecdotal reports that the election of a bully inspired adolescent imitators.

Senator John McCain.

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What We Can Learn From John McCain’s Funeral

The late senator's funeral had an unspoken but vital message for those who still wield power: to not wait until your time is up to speak out.

Hillary Clinton.

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How the Identity Politics Argument Affects a Party’s Choices

Democrats understand the last election determines how the party prepares for the next one.

Hillary Clinton.

Social Justice

How Hillary Clinton’s Loss Hurt Women in the Workplace

In the wake of her defeat, women were viewed as less likely to get promoted, according to new research.