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Unpacking the ‘Turnout Myth’: How Beliefs About Voting Shape Partisan Strategies and Laws

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — A recent study conducted by researchers Ryan Claassen and Michael Easley examines the polarized landscape of voting rights in the United States, highlighting the intricate dynamics that both major political parties navigate in their strategies. The paper posits that while each party claims to advocate for voting rights, neither holds a singular claim to bolstering these rights or safeguarding against electoral fraud. The authors theorize that partisan stances on voting issues often reflect underlying beliefs regarding coalition-building. Elections can hinge on either energizing core supporters to turn out at the polls or … Read more

Debunking the Myth: Texas’s Pro-Life Laws and the Alleged Rise in Sepsis Cases

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In the heart of Texas, concerns have been brewing about whether strict pro-life laws have led to an increased incidence of sepsis among pregnant women. These fears follow the state’s implementation of some of the most restrictive abortion laws in the nation. The belief linking tougher abortion regulations with sepsis, a life-threatening response to infection, has gained traction in recent months. However, a comprehensive look at the data and interviews with medical professionals suggest a more nuanced reality. The suggested crisis may not be as pervasive as initially feared. Sepsis is a serious complication that … Read more

Former House Speaker Michael J. Madigan’s Fate in Jury’s Hands as Defense Concludes Arguing Corruption Allegations Are ‘Myth’

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Chicago — In the high-stakes corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan, his attorneys portrayed him as an enigmatic leader misunderstood by the prosecution, while prosecutors charged him with orchestrating a complex web of illegal schemes to bolster his political clout and personal wealth. As the trial nears its crescendo, jurors have been tasked with dissecting a three-month presentation of the intricate, sprawling case. Madigan’s defense lawyer, Dan Collins, employed the metaphor of a sphinx — a mythical figure known for its riddles and silent demeanor — to underscore the perceived discrepancy … Read more