Topic: California

Obama shooting for Montana now?

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Letters to the Editor

Readers write about whether or not Barack Obama's tax plan is socialism, the reason we pay taxes, and agreeing to disagree about politics.

Here’s the exam financial advisers should have to pass

What do you do when a client says he’s going to replace you with a new broker? Remind him he’s your son.

Black middle-class comes into view

Since Obama's candidacy, African-American professionals once invisible in mainstream America, are moving from prime-time fiction to everyday fact.

The novel by tweet

The microblogging site, Twitter, launches into serialized fiction for bored cubicle dwellers.

The new voter: A young Arab-American feels duty-bound to vote

Syrian-born Omar Kurdi of Irvine, Calif., became a US citizen at age 15. A student activist, he gives much weight to the candidates’ foreign-policy stances, especially in Iraq and the Middle East.

The Monitor's View: Bite the bullet on fast trains

Californians should approve a ballot measure for a bullet train – despite financial storms.

The novel by tweet

The microblogging site, Twitter, launches into serialized fiction for bored cubicle dwellers.

Garden 'siteseeing' from California to China

Visits to garden blogs from California to China.

Credit crisis spawns a hunt for culprits

Nearly 100 federal investigations are under way, but getting guilty verdicts is tough.

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about peace between Israelis and Palestinians, how leadership builds the public's trust in government, and single-issue voters.

Step 1 in curbing mercury emissions: Find their source.

Unique ‘fingerprints’ of coal beds will help scientists track airborne toxin – and agree on controls.

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How McCain, Obama would do as commander in chief

McCain has the experience, but Obama may be more open to Pentagon advice.

Monitor shifts from print to Web-based strategy

In 2009, the Monitor will become the first nationally circulated newspaper to replace its daily print edition with its website; the 100 year-old news organization will also offer subscribers weekly print and daily e-mail editions.

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about comparing George W. Bush with John Quincy Adams, whether either party really manages the economy better, and the promotion of nuclear power.

Amid economic crisis, wind power spins more slowly

Many of the big players who were drawn to alternative energy by tax creditsare now sidelined or kaput.

For kids: 'Green' crayons!

Using recycled and soy-based crayons is an earth-friendly way to color your world.

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USA

Iraq updates Hussein-era Air Force

By the end of 2009, the number of airmen is expected to triple to 6,000. Managing that growth won't be easy.

McCain grasps for critical red states with 8 days to go

Municipal bonds: an investment with civic pride

Muni issues grow in turbulent times, offering higher yields.

Reverse mortgages get a boost from Uncle Sam

New rules raise loan limits, lower origination fees.