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Published 10/17/2008 by Carrie Dann at First Read

The RNC and the McCain campaign have gotten what they want: a headline that says the FBI is investigating ACORN for voter-registration fraud. An FBI investigation means the RNC and McCain camp can now use the phrase "FBI investigation" in their TV ads. Per a new Pew study, state election Web sites are often too difficult for voters to find information like whether they’re registered, where polling places are, and what will be on the ballot. “State election offices have made considerable strides...( read more ) (link)

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