Topic: Capitol Hill
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Four curious outcomes if the Electoral College ends in a tie
Here are four ways that a 269-to-269 tie in the Electoral College could play out in the 2012 presidential election.
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10 richest members of Congress
The 10 wealthiest members of Congress in 2012 include Senate and House members hailing from all over the US. Can you guess which political party had the most lawmakers on the list – and who grabbed the top spot?
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Briefing
Obama vs. Romney 101: 5 ways they differ on military issues
Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney has not been expansive regarding his views of the war in Afghanistan – perhaps because both he and President Obama do not have significantly different plans. But here are five areas where the candidates differ on military issues.
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Briefing
Obama vs. Romney 101: 6 ways they differ on health-care reform
Former Gov. Mitt Romney has taken a libertarian turn since championing health-care reforms in Massachusetts, including an individual mandate to purchase insurance, which became the model for President Obama's signature law. Here’s a list of areas where the candidates differ.
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Top 3 lessons the US military has learned in Afghanistan
As robust defense budget wranglings continue on Capitol Hill, much of the debate about one of the Pentagon's largest expenses – Afghanistan – centers around just how effective the decade-long fight has been. Here are the top three lessons that US military has learned in Afghanistan.
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Congress returns to an 'intense' opening
There’s impetus to move quickly on the economy though some seats are empty.
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Bailout may cost trillions ... or not
Even if it adds up to $8 trillion, the final cost will be lower as US sells the assets it's now buying.
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Obama weighs a supersized stimulus plan
His team looks ready to spend at least $675 billion on projects to jolt the US economy.
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Election '08 is causing a 'brain drain' on Capitol Hill
But many exiting lawmakers also bring years of experience to the Obama administration.
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Biden's dog breeder cited for violating dog laws
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Tough line on auto bailout may extend to other industries
Congress's rescue of financial institutions may prove the exception, as automakers learned last week.
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A government-run auto industry?
The $15 billion draft bailout comes with strict conditions and immense federal oversight.
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Bigger US role battling genocide?
A task force's findings, urging US leadership, may dovetail with ideas of Obama administration.
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The Monitor's View: Why a Big Three rescue is so hard
Congress can't be CEO to the industry's revival or to picking other market winners.
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Auto bailout: Congress gets closer to a decision
Lawmakers say bankruptcy for Detroit's Big Three is 'not a viable option.'
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Automakers' recovery plan: Get small.
Their CEOs visit Washington, trying a second time to win lawmaker approval for an auto industry bailout.
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USA
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Obama's national security 'team of rivals'
His choice of Gates, Clinton, and Jones reflects his goal of building a bipartisan cabinet.
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Capitol Hill feels Obama’s hand
The president-elect’s influence is altering both policy directions and the partisan tone in Congress.
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Eating the Sun: How Plants Power the Planet
Photosynthesis may be the energy answer we seek.
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USA
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Where should bailout dollars go?
Demand for aid is rising but federal funds are limited.
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New lawmakers vow to renounce partisanship
Party leaders are likely to find congressional freshmen more independent than usual.
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Democrats reshuffle Hill leadership
Some long-time committee heads are replaced in order to advance Obama’s agenda.
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In Congress, a party sweep for Democrats
But they fall short of the 60 Senate seats needed to overcome filibusters and end gridlock.
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Stimulus 2: Can more spending spur a recovery?
Many economists agree another stimulus package is necessary. Some are skeptical about its benefits.
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Who's in charge?
A Christian Science perspective on daily life.
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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.
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Opinion: Daily Kos founder: How you can take on the system
In a digitally democratic era, fans, bloggers, and activists can bypass traditional gatekeepers and bring about real change.
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GOP warns of one-party power
Republicans hope to head off a filibuster-proof Senate controlled by Democrats.
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