The Wisconsin Idea

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Doing the Reich Thing

The former labor secretary makes a bid for the Massachusetts governor's mansion.

Frederick Clarkson

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The Incumbent-Protection Racket

Steven Hill

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Third Time’s the Challenge

Targeted by the White House, Paul Wellstone may face his toughest race yet.

David Moberg

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A Few Good Candidates

From likely winners to long shots, here are 10 to watch in 2002.

John Nichols

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Dithering Democrats

The November forecast looks gloomy.

Doug Ireland

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Living the Highlife

G. Pascal Zachary

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No Limits: Introduction

The lack of women in high-level government positions is one of the most glaring, yet least talked about, problems facing women today. In the past four decades, women have entered politics in significant numbers.

Kristie Reilly

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Dos and Don’ts on the Campaign Trail

With more women in elective office than ever before, running as a female candidate is no longer as difficult as it was. That doesn't mean it's easy.

Ana Marie Cox

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Love Is a Battlefield

Joshua Rothkopf