Grassroots fervor carried Cruz to US Senate runoff; can it topple mainstream choice Dewhurst?

Ted Cruz gets help from super PACs in upset win over Dewhurst in Texas Senate runoff.

A super PAC supported by House Majority Leader Eric Cantor spends $2 million on House races.

Campaign funds move sideways, effectively skirting individual giving limits

After scoring a C- in the Center's 'State Integrity Investigation', Florida's legislative leaders push for reform.

Four Democratic senators already girding for midterm elections, forming joint fundraising committee.

Club for Growth touts lawmakers, ranks politicians with new scorecards.

Despite voter disapproval, governor uses special powers in bid to resolve Motor City's fiscal woes.

Legislation may overlap with business interests but part-time lawmakers vote anyway.