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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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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McCain says "unscripted Obama" wants to redistribute wealth
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Opinion: My brother's a Republican, but I love him anyway
His politics aren't mine, but his commitment to his cause makes me proud.
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The Monitor's View: Follow the candidates' money
It's the potential for influence-buying, not the fundraising total, that needs watching.
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How Obama's tax plans would 'spread the wealth around'
Expect income and estate taxes to be raised on the most wealthy, not "Joe the Plumber."
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Which candidate’s plan would best ease the mortgage crisis?
McCain and Obama differ on solutions, which could echo FDR’s during the Great Depression.
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Obama strong in long-red Colorado
Demographic shifts may help turn the state blue.
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Palin pushes McCain staff aside as blame game begins
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Palin wardrobe controversy heightens - Todd is a cheapo!
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Anchorage Daily News supports... Obama?
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Democratic strategists: Election could herald a 'lost generation' for GOP
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The new voter: A Southern black man stands to be counted
Amos ‘Duke’ Griffin Sr. knows racial violence, disaffection, and homelessness. Now, on his path to a more stable life, he elects to vote for the first time.
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Florida Congressman dodges debate as campaign implodes
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More Republicans jump ship - Weld, McClellan support Obama
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Polishing our understanding of a useful little prefix
The Monitor's language columnist shows how verbs starting with "re" aren't all alike.
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A new era for campaign finance
Obama’s fundraising record could signal the end of public funding for major candidates.
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The rush is on to vote early
Obama seems to be benefiting so far, but McCain forces are hustling to get their supporters out, too.
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New polls show dead heat or Obama landslide
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Biden's "rhetorical flourishes" lead to Palin-like seclusion?
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A push for development abroad
Despite economic crisis, Bush urges the US and other wealthy nations to maintain foreign aid.
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Reporters on the Job
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USA
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Supreme Court’s future may hinge on election
The next president is expected to name at least one new justice to the closely divided court.
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Surging Obama campaign suggests US racism on the wane
Prejudice lingers, but there’s evidence it’s becoming a thing of the past.
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Did Palin really need $150k for a new wardrobe?
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McCain tries to steal Pennsylvania; Obama's poll numbers widen
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