Topic: Barack Obama
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Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes
Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.
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Briefing
IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal
How the tables have turned: The Internal Revenue Service is the one under the microscope now, as revelations emerged Friday that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
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3 priorities for Pakistan's new government
After 14 years, Nawaz Sharif is back at the helm in Pakistan. The nuclear-armed country faces a welter of problems, from terrorism to tensions with Afghanistan, India, and the United States. To move Pakistan forward, Mr. Sharif must focus on three priorities.
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Five ways to improve Obama's pre-k plan
President Obama’s Preschool for All plan is well intentioned but includes features that are not justified by research and won’t help it pass in Congress. The plan must make the following five adjustments.
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5 myths about amnesty for illegal immigrants in Senate bill
Under a bipartisan Senate immigration bill, immigrants who have come to the United States illegally are given a "path to citizenship." On close inspection, each of the following five claims about the requirements for illegal immigrants to earn amnesty are not what they seem.
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World
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Why Hamas is even more popular after the Gaza war
Reconciliation talks between the Palestinian Islamist group and its rival, Fatah, began this week in Cairo.
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Omnibus bill's hidden item: a Democratic rift
On Tuesday, Congress passed the spending bill to keep the government running - 160 days late, and not without some unusual friction between House and Senate leaders.
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Is Obama taking on too much?
Bolstered by high approval ratings, the president sees a limited window of opportunity to enact his agenda.
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Obama spanks Limbaugh (in new poll)
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New drug czar gets lower rank, promise of higher visibility
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Limbaugh versus Carville on hoping presidents fail
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US begins to reach out to Iran, but slowly and cautiously
Iran's nuclear program prompts Israel to signal possible action in 2010. More sanctions could become an option.
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Opinion: India: America's indispensable ally
Washington will need New Delhi's cooperation on a host of critical issues, so the Obama administration must not risk neglecting the relationship.
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Opinion: Make Obama's home rescue plan a home run
We can aid strapped homeowners – responsibly.
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US legislation will stop Mexican truckers at the border
The spending bill Obama signed Wednesday eliminates a program that let some drivers deliver goods in the US.
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Obama to world: Jump-start thyself!
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North Korea warns of war over 'satellite test' interference
The move comes as South Korea and the US begin a large-scale joint military exercise.
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Suicide attack in Baghdad targets reconciliation conference, kills 33
The bombing is the third major attack in recent days, prompting fears of a spike in violence.
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The emerging Obama doctrine
The president’s pragmatic worldview is likely to temper military engagement overseas.
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Democrats battle bailout fatigue
Lawmakers agree that big financial institutions are in trouble. But they want more help for their constituents.
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Lieberman loves Obama - disregard everything he said in 2008
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about the benefits of adjusting gas taxes to reflect inflation, why the free market needs government regulation, and why Twitter can't replace physical social interaction.
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The Monitor's View: Obama's shaky trust in science
On stem cells, he's for the science. But not on climate change – unless the EPA acts.
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Is the recession Obama's Katrina?
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Pakistan's tenuous gains on Taliban
Past cease-fires have allowed militants to regroup, but a recent deal in Bajaur may be more durable.
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Resignation tests hope for Palestinian unity government
But Prime Minister Salam Fayyad's surprise move, some say, could pressure Palestinian rivals Fatah and Hamas to reach an agreement in Cairo.
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World
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Turkey warms to Clinton's candor
Was it TV magic or intelligent diplomacy? A month before Obama's visit, Hillary charms Turkey in a talk- show stop.
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Obama reverses Bush on stem cells
Scientists had charged the former administration with political interference.
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