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Forget Romney: scandals plague Obama as campaign season begins

The Secret Service's prostitution problems, the GSA's Las Vegas parties and the latest gruesome photographs out of Afghanistan are all public relations problems for the President.
Green Economics
China's 'bad' loans to its local governments

Chinese municipalities sometimes misuse loans from the central government. Do local governments have any incentive to allocate funds fairly?
Green Economics
Will Mexico City go green?

Beijing is turning into a 'green city,' and Mexico City is likely to follow, thanks to rising education and increased per-capita income
Massachusetts governor race: Debate highlights

In the Massachusetts governor race, the four candidates sparred in their first televised debate Tuesday night. Democratic incumbent Gov. Deval Patrick noted economic growth while challengers pointed to eight tax hikes.
Six Picks: Recommendations from the Monitor staff

Classic puzzlers in a crisp new book, Jack Bauer is back in a '24' movie, Stephen Colbert croons his way into Christmas, and more.
Afghan aid that works

The National Solidarity Program empowers local people, but risks underfunding.
Iraqis see red as U.S. opens world's biggest embassy

The 104-acre, 21-building enclave was cleared for occupancy recently and will open next month.