Only a few short weeks have passed since Election Day, but it already feels like a lifetime ago. No longer are voters in swing states subjected to nonstop political ads, and the evening news is once again covering a host of national and international issues instead of just wall-to-wall coverage of the presidential campaign. But, Election Day was as much a starting line as it was an end point. Now is the time to reflect back on the 2012 election and look toward what’s to come in 2013.

In recent days, I have been fortunate to witness first-hand how the League of Women Voters is contributing to democracy around the world.  First, is watching the many, many League volunteers around the country work tirelessly to get voters the help and information they need for the November 6 election.  League members everywhere have been registering voters, holding candidate forums, issuing vote

Tonight is our last chance to watch President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney debate face-to-face. This debate on foreign policy starts at 9 pm Eastern with Bob Schieffer, host of CBS Face the Nation, moderating. Get the most out of the debate by using our Debate 101 Watching Guide.