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Taxpayer-funded Pension and Perks of Former U.S. Officials

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U.S. presidents draw pensions for life, but what about members of Congress? HowStuffWorks finds out where our tax dollars go to fund their retirement.

What's the Difference Between Redistricting and Gerrymandering?

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It's that time of decade, when congressional maps get redrawn to reflect population growth - and often to improve one party's chances at the polls. So, when does redistricting become gerrymandering? The line is blurry.

Does the U.S. Require Citizens to Carry ID?

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The United States doesn't have a national ID, but are U.S. citizens required to carry identification? HowStuffWorks investigates.

How Political Recalls Work

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Why (and how) are voters taking the extraordinary step of recalling officials they've already elected? Read about political recalls at HowStuffWorks.

Drug Rep Gifts Influence Doctors' Prescription Choices

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A new study found that doctors were more likely to prescribe brand-name drugs when they got gifts or meals from pharma reps. HowStuffWorks explains why.

Could the Moore v. Harper SCOTUS Case Radically Alter U.S. Democracy?

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The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could give state legislators almost complete control over federal elections, which some experts fear could establish one-party rule and endanger democracy.

How Midterm Elections Work

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Midterm elections in the U.S. don't get the public excited the way presidential elections do. But there's a lot at stake, actually, during these contests. Why do midterms exist, anyway?

How Hillary Clinton Works

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Hillary Clinton is in the running to become the first female U.S. President. Read about Hillary Clinton and her agenda, voting record and career.

Why Does the U.S. House of Representatives Have Only 435 Seats?

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That's about one House member for every 761,169 people, which is far less representative than when the nation was founded. How can that be changed?

Can You Name All These Pro Baseball Teams From A Partial Logo?

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A baseball teams logo isn't just a branding feature, it represents a long history of achievements and challenges which occurred under one name. Each team has had hundreds of seasons, yet each season, each team has remained under their team name. And that name is known through the logo. Find out just how much of a Pro Baseball fan you are by naming these teams through only a partial logo!

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