Scott Detrow

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Yes, People Are Placing Bets On Politics. Here's How

Friday, September 18, 2015

When Donald Trump attacked Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., early in Wednesday night's Republican presidential debate, the crowd at Washington D.C.'s Union Pub roared.

"Yeah! Boom!" yelled one guy in the packed crowd, as Trump said he "never attacked [Paul] on his looks, and believe me, there's plenty of subject matter ...

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PredictIt Lets Investors Buy And Sell Political Candidate Stock

Thursday, September 17, 2015

One company closely watching the GOP presidential debate believes there's money to be made in the political horserace. PredictIt allows investors to buy and sell shares based on how candidates are doing.

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#Cashtag: Twitter To Allow Direct Campaign Contributions

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

The announcement is welcome news for political campaigns, which all want to make it as seamless as possible for supporters to turn over their money and personal information.

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The Spin Room Goes Mobile As Campaigns Capitalize On Debate 'Moments'

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

There's no question that in a crowded primary field, a nationally televised presidential debate is a key moment. "Every time you get a chance to be in front of 20, 25 million people in this race, it's important," New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said Sunday on Meet the Press.

But ...

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Presidential Candidates Use Social Media To Repackage Campaign Moments

Monday, September 14, 2015

When Republican candidates take the debate stage later this week, their social media teams will also be tweeting up a storm. NPR looks at social media on the trail.

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Anti-Virus Pioneer John McAfee Enters Presidential Race With 'Cyber Party'

Wednesday, September 09, 2015

Voters looking to support an eccentric millionaire for president now have more options. John McAfee, who pioneered anti-virus software but most recently made headlines by evading Belizean authorities in 2012, announced a third-party White House bid this week.

McAfee is creating his own party: the Cyber Party. He told ...

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California Says Goodbye to Plastic Bags

Wednesday, October 01, 2014

A victory for the environmental movement means a hassle for plastic-happy customers.

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California Lawmakers Target Boy Scouts' Tax-Exempt Status

Tuesday, September 03, 2013

Beginning next year, the Boy Scouts of America will allow openly gay youth to join as members. But the policy change doesn't go far enough for Democratic lawmakers in California. They're on the verge of passing a bill that would strip tax breaks for the Boy Scouts and any other ...

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