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Immigration reform bill: Top 8 changes GOP senators want

More than 300 amendments were submitted for possible inclusion in a sweeping immigration reform package – at least 100 of them from two Republicans, Sens. Charles Grassley of Iowa and Jeff Sessions of Alabama. Here are eight notable changes GOP lawmakers want to see in bill, as the Senate Judiciary Committee takes up amendments between now and Memorial Day.
Immigration reform: where things stand now

As congressional negotiators approach their self-imposed targets of early April to lay out immigration reform legislation, some notorious sticking points appear to be more well-settled than others.
Briefing
Roe v. Wade at 40: Six questions about abortion rights

On Tuesday, the United States marks the 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the historic US Supreme Court decision that granted women the right to an abortion. Here is a look at the state of abortion rights in America today.
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The Monitor's top 11 US stories of 2012

From storms to politics, the year was a wild ride. What are the most meaningful US stories of 2012? Here's the Monitor's list, in roughly chronological order.
Zig Ziglar: 10 quotes from the motivational author

Ziglar died Nov. 28, 2012 after penning many self-help books and speaking around the country. Here are 10 quotes from the author.

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New lawmakers vow to renounce partisanship

Party leaders are likely to find congressional freshmen more independent than usual.
After Obama's win, white backlash festers in US

The election of a black president triggered at least 200 hate-related incidents, a watchdog group finds.
After big losses, GOP looks to rebuild public trust

Leaders say they’ll have to examine their party’s ‘brand’ and consider new faces.
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Garden 'siteseeing' from California to China

Visits to garden blogs from California to China.
Scope of $700 billion bailout bill continues to widen

The Treasury may back risky mortgages and include other industries in its financial rescue effort.
My favorite cookbook

Readers share their favorite collection of recipes.
Guest workers win in court over low pay

Increased rights from recent rulings in San Francisco and Atlanta, Georgia, may force a rethinking of this immigration program.
Are states next in line for federal bailout?

A bond sale this week will test whether private capital can meet California's shortfall.
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Military sees window to adjust Afghanistan plan

Reviews under way, to be ready for the next president, are intended to accelerate a new strategy.
How bailout deal will impact next president

A $700 billion US rescue of banks is not likely to crimp McCain's or Obama'sspending plans, at least in the short term.
Congress wrestles with Wall Street bailout package

Is there a deal or not? It depends on who’s asked, but an outline is emerging from Thursday’s meeting at the White House.
Post-Ike gas shortage may take weeks to end

The current gas crisis is worse than the 2005 shortages after hurricanes Katrina and Rita, say some experts.
Opinion: Build a better bailout

The Paulson plan should target bad loans, not burned investors.
After Ike, to rebuild or not?

Coastal Texas now faces the classic question asked in the wake of other natural disasters.
‘Running of the Lizards’ yields a slithery quarry

Residents of Topeka, Kan., turn out for the 11th annual event to collect and count Italian wall lizards in the name of science and fun.
Suprise bestsellers: vice-presidential candidate bios
Laura Bush, Cindy McCain appeal for Gulf Coast aid

GOP delegates quickly adopt resolutions, reflecting the convention's somber tone.
Hurricane Gustav's political fallout: a subdued GOP convention
A history-making nomination for Obama, and America

Clinton, the first woman to credibly vie for a major-party presidential nomination, made the motion that gave the nod to the first black nominee.
Buzz grows over state tax holidays

Tax-free days cost states money but can prod lagging American spending.
Battle over Confederate flag hits highways

Huge displays along interstates raise old debates over the history of war and slavery.