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Apps and Tools to Help You on Election Day

Kristy Korcz — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 01:47:25 PDT

Today is Nov. 2, and if you're in the US, that means midterm election day! If you haven't already made plans to make your way to a polling place, then these apps and tools will help you find where to go so you can carve out some time to cast your vote. Happy voting!

Iran Bans Prayers For Opposition Martyr Neda

TresSugar — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:10:00 PDT

She's being called the "face of Iran," "Iran's Joan of Arc," and an "Angel of Freedom" - but no matter what she's called, Neda Agha Soltani, who was shot and killed at a protest this weekend in Tehran, will live on as a defining symbol of the segment of Iran's opposition to the controversial election of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

The young philosophy student was shot in the heart on Saturday, presumably by government snipers. Graphic video and images of her last moments have spread around Iran and the world, making Neda a galvanizing figure for protesters.

The reaction by Iranian authorities is evidence of her power - the government has banned prayers and memorials for the young girl.

On the video of her death, a man cries: "Neda, don't be afraid! Neda, stay with me. Neda, stay with me!" Although she's dead now, it's clear that Neda will stay with Iranians struggling for more political freedoms for a long time to come.

To see a protest poster with a graphic, and now iconic, image of Neda,

Let's Dish: How Did You Ring in Election Night?

YumSugar — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 09:00:53 PST

Regardless of who you voted for, last night was a monumental night in American history. I wasn't feeling so well, so I watched history unfold at home with a beer, although in any other capacity I would've attended PartySugar and LibertySugar's election night bash.

How did you ring in the election? Did you tune in at a sports bar, or throw your own party? What was your election night drink of choice?

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How a US President Is Elected in Plain English

GeekSugar — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 11:15:46 PST

I know, election, election, election. . . but I can't help it, it's kind of a big deal! Ever wonder how a president is actually elected? From individual voting, state influence, districts, and population, the following geeky video breaks it all down in layman's terms. The video comes to you from the same people who did the awesome Twitter explanation vid!

Five Online Tools to Help You on Election Day

GeekSugar — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 06:30:42 PST

With the Presidential Race in the homestretch (only one day away!), many of you will be tuning into your televisions to follow all the late-breaking election news. For those of you who will be away from your TV, but find yourself near a computer or have your smartphone with you, you can not only check out all of the latest news on citizensugar, but you can also find voting help, advice, and get election updates from the following websites and online tools!

Campaign-Themed Food: Our Top Votes

YumSugar — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 05:30:43 PDT

With the presidential election less than two months away, the whole country's been talking, breathing, and sleeping campaign politics. It's only natural, then, that we've been eating up campaign politics, too - and boy, is it tasty. We had some tough choices to make, but these treats get our top votes.

Which Political Cocktail Will Win Super Tuesday?

YumSugar — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 06:00:05 PST

Now that we've walked through all the candidates - if you haven't already, be sure to check out their descriptions - it's time to place your vote! Will your drink choice be the same as your political one?

The Candidates as Cocktails

YumSugar — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 06:00:00 PST

Today is Super Tuesday and to get into the spirit, I thought we'd do our own sort of polling. The folks at DC's Lotus Lounge, recently came up with cocktails for each of the presidential candidates. I've gone ahead and put the pics and descriptions for the six top candidates, all you have to do is check them out and then place your vote! Will your drink choice be the same as your political one?

Dumbass of the Day

GiggleSugar — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 10:36:28 PST

All party affiliations aside, we have to give Hill some credit for taking the reins, challenging gender norms, and acting on her presidential itch. Along the campaign trail, Clinton must face the "remnants" of sexism on a daily basis, as demonstrated by the spectacle below. If this dumbass dude wanted to play hardball, he'd engage in serious debate. But after angry crowds tie that wrinkled shirt around his mouth, it'll be hard to talk. . .

Buzz Brainteaser

BuzzSugar — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 04:30:00 PDT

Welcome to Buzz Brainteaser, the trivia feature on BuzzSugar! Every weekday I'll test your knowledge about TV shows, music and movies. If you enter in the correct answer, you win points! In the movie Election, Tracy Flick gets into the college of her choice. Name this college.