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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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Hey Obama and McCain - at least you're not Al Franken
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Palin: Obama regrets not picking Hillary
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McCain, Obama pledge to boost US volunteerism
Obama would expand federal service efforts; McCain would rely more on private sector.
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Palin sketches out her foreign-policy views
The GOP vice-presidential candidate talked about Israel, Pakistan, and preemptive strikes in an ABC interview.
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John McCain - remnant of disco era?
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McCain on 'The View': I haven't changed
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Truce over - McCain, Obama throw punches in new ads
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Nonprofits launch effort on 9/11 to boost volunteerism
The campaign hopes to increase the ranks of American volunteers from 61 million to 100 million by 2020.
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After 9/11, some lives recast for greater good
How three Americans were spurred to new life purpose in wake of terrorist attacks.
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Opinion: Yes, even college English teachers fall for Facebook
I knew I was in deep when I spelled 'you' as 'u.'
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The Monitor's View: The Palin factor in the 'culture wars'
She may revive the wars, but the country and the candidates have moderated since the 2004 race.
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Toronto Film Festival: Talent, comedy, crotchety directors
Our critic dives into the pool of 312 movies and finds what's fresh.
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Palin effect: Obama camp thrown off stride
The week has shown perils for Obama in running against the new GOP ticket.
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Obama, McCain observe 9/11 anniversary
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The Monitor's View: A tip of the hat to peacemakers
Just type in 'reconciliation' on Google News and the world looks a lot more hopeful.
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Next president faces swelling U.S. debt
The budget deficit doubled in the past year, escalating the finger-pointing in Congress.
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Biden endorses Hillary for VP, kind of
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Pigs and lipstick? The campaign gets really weird
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Biden? Biden? Anyone remember Joe Biden?
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Opinion: Don't be swept away by hype in the Palin campaign
The media's job is to unearth facts, not repeat myths.
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Growth cheery, but economy glum
A disconnect: Pocketbook well-being has fallen behind productivity gains.
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McCain, Obama see different futures for Fannie, Freddie
Both candidates back US takeover. But McCain sees some level of privatization; Obama is less specific about what comes next.
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Whatever It Takes
A comprehensive plan for children that has caught the eye of Barack Obama.
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Election wild card: first-time voters
Obama and McCain have traded leads in the polls. But whose supporters will turn out in November?
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Palin moving crowds and poll numbers
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