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AdLib - June 1, 2017

Why Democrats Lag Behind Despite Growing Population Advantages

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MMT Part 5 – The ABC’s Of MMT

funksands - June 12, 2014

Social Security, Medicare, The Deficit, Poverty, Unemployment – One Vote Could...

AdLib - December 17, 2013

The Obamacare Numbers Quiz!

AdLib - November 18, 2013

Healthcare Reform

Curing Obamacare Fever – Part Two: The Top 5 Myths About...

MurphTheSurf3 - September 25, 2013

FOUND: Paul Ryan’s Lost Budget!

AdLib - March 18, 2013

Live Event Archives

Live Event: Election Night – Nov 6, 2012

AdLib - November 6, 2012

If Romney Wins: A Look at the Impact

MurphTheSurf3 - October 26, 2012

How Republicans Are Trying to Sell Dying Younger to Voters

AdLib - August 16, 2012

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