Stay Informed: February 13, 2012

[Cafe Amanda]

Here's a sampling of recent election news stories. Have an interesting one you'd like to share? Post it in the replies!

1. Having trouble separating fact from fiction when it comes to politicians' claims about budget issues and the economy? This interactive slideshow offers a point-by-point analysis. [Washington Post]

2. Despite Obama's recent compromise on birth control, 43 conservative leaders issued statements attacking the proposal as unconstitutional and "religious bullying."[Politico]

3. The National Review magazine has called on Newt Gingrich - who has only won the South Carolina primary so far - to withdraw from the race. [USA Today]

4. In recent interviews, Rick Santorum has discussed everything from his surprising victories to allegations of rigging straw polls to his "Happy Days" connection. [CNN.com]

5. The surprising link between young voters, Ron Paul and the gold standard. [Forbes]