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Ethics & Accountability 01.23.2017

From Emoluments to "Alternative Facts," Trump off to a Rough Start

The new President is sending troubling signals on democracy issues

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Voting & Elections 01.19.2017

Knight Foundation "Civic Hall" Explores Public Disenchantment with Media

A Knight Foundation event on Wednesday looked at the public's disenchantment with the news media and how people may be engaged to participate in politics.

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Ethics & Accountability 01.17.2017

Americans Concerned About Trump's Ethics as Inauguration Approaches

As President-elect Trump prepares to take office, new polls show the public is uneasy about his ethics and about three-fourths of Americans want him to release his tax returns

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Media & Democracy 01.12.2017

Trump and the Media; A Test for Democracy

Donald Trump's presidency will challenge the First Amendment and the journalists who labor under its protection.

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Ethics & Accountability 01.12.2017

Trump Nominees on the Griddle; President-elect Berates the Media -- Again

As Congress reviews President-elect Trump's cabinet nominees, the man himself faces off with reporters.

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