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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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George H. W. Bush in his own words: 10 stories from the updated 'All the Best, George Bush'
"All the Best, George Bush" is a collection of the personal correspondence of George H. W. Bush from his first years in the Navy in 1942 all the way to 2011. Here are 10 excerpts from the book.
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If not 'sequester,' then what? Five ideas from left and right.
Few in Washington believe that "the sequester,” $85 billion in automatic spending cuts set to hit the federal budget as of March 1, is a good idea. But what's the alternative? Here are five proposals, from the right, the center, and the left, to replace the sequester. Which do you like?
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The Super Bowl: 10 football books to gear you up for the big game
The biggest sports game of the year is just around the corner. Here are some books to put you in the mood.
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Presidential libraries: from Boston to Honolulu ... or maybe Chicago
Presidential libraries can be found coast to coast, and may even go beyond that once a site is selected for President Obama's future repository of documents and artifacts. To quickly hopscotch around to the 13 official presidential libraries and museums overseen by the National Archives, plus that of Abraham Lincoln, check out this library list.
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Israelis uneasy as US nears vote
John McCain leads Barack Obama by 12 percent in one Israeli poll, a reflection of security concerns.
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McCain grasps for critical red states with 8 days to go
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Opinion: What Bush should do next: run for Congress
He's in the perfect spot to be effective there.
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Palin pushes McCain staff aside as blame game begins
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Democratic strategists: Election could herald a 'lost generation' for GOP
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George W. Bush and pop culture's perception
More than all his predecessors, Bush may see his legacy shaped by the barrage of new media.
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Opinion: What golf and the financial crisis have in common
Freedom entails the freedom to fail. But instead of taking responsibility, we've grown accustomed to covering up mistakes with mulligans – do overs.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about nuclear power, how to improve the US healthcare system, Democrats and the economy, and why the credit crisis will bring multilateralism back into world politics.
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Opinion: Why the economy fares much better under Democrats
On job and income growth, the record couldn't be clearer.
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Opinion: US national security's challenge: communication
History shows what happens when agencies don't talk.
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Who's funnier? McCain, Obama trade jokes over dinner
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McCain appears on Letterman show (for real)
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about feminism and the pro-life movement.
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New voter: a young woman’s political awakening
Hayley Colley of Tennessee is among the Americans who, on Nov. 4, will cast votes in a US presidential election for the first time.
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Obama's middle name - not in the talking points!
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The Monitor's View: Americans turn to Uncle Sam
The US is entering an era of more active government. Can Washington deliver?
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US federal court orders Chinese Muslims in Guantánamo released
The Bush administration hopes to block the judge's order to free the 17 Uighurs, who were detained in Pakistan almost seven years ago.
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Obama and McCain diverge on globalized trade
They’re looking for balance between ‘free trade’ and protection for American workers.
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Financial crisis: the latest blow to free-market 'dogma'
Economic woes give plenty of ammunition to economists and lawmakers calling for new regulations and taxes.
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How white roofs shine bright green
Painting homes a lighter shade does more than save money on A.C.
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Why Canada's Green Party is (finally) a prime-time draw
Elizabeth May, the scrappy Green candidate, will make history by appearing in nationally televised debates Wednesday and Thursday nights.
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Why Canada’s Green Party is (finally) a prime-time draw
Elizabeth May, the Green candidate, will make history by appearing in a nationally televised debate on Thursday night.
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Media to McCain: Are you going to debate?
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