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Senate freshmen: What the 14 new members bring to Capitol Hill
A freshman Senate class was sworn in Jan. 3, bringing diverse skills and experience – not to mention agendas – to the legislative body. Whether the 14 newest senators help break partisan gridlock, or refuse to work across the aisle, will be the test for the 113th Congress.Twelve were elected on Nov. 6, including three Republicans, eight Democrats, and an independent. In addition, a Republican and a Democrat were appointed to vacant seats after the election. Here is a look at the 14 and what they bring to the Senate:
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Defense cuts: three things Americans should know
The US House approved a bill in July that’s likely to spark a showdown on military spending.
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5 great gift book ideas: something for everyone
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Bestselling books the week of 9/22/11, according to IndieBound*
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Bestselling books the week of 9/15/11, according to IndieBound*
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'Angler: The Cheney Vice Presidency'
Dick Cheney became the most influential vice president in US history.
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Palin on Saturday Night Live? You betcha'
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Debate II: Can it get any more boring?
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Biden's supreme challenge: no gaffes
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Can Sarah Palin survive in the age of YouTube?
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John McCain's September surprise
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Congress is wary of the push to bail out Wall Street
Lawmakers are watching the stock market as an indicator of whether to buy Bush's plan.
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Why won't Sarah Palin talk to the press?
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USA
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Obama, McCain spar over pigs and lipstick
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Russia courts old allies, steps up defiance of the West
President Dmitry Medvedev said Saturday that Russia is 'a nation to be reckoned with.'
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Cheney visit: U.S. treads tightrope on Georgia aid
The Bush administration announces $1 billion in aid but no military assistance.
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Exodus ahead of hurricane Gustav more thorough - but some won't go
Nearly 1 million people moved inland from the Gulf Coast over the weekend. The mass evacuation is a first test of a new and complex safety plan.
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Hurricane Gustav's political fallout: a subdued GOP convention
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Hurricane Gustav causes GOP to tone down convention
McCain might skip the four-day gathering completely, says convention chair Boehner.
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Palin, polar bears and the presidency
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West mulls few options in Georgia-Russia crisis
It gingerly considers how to set consequences for Russia and maintain cooperation.
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Obama speech excerpts: "Eight is enough"
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Russia maintains pressure with recognition of Georgian territories
Medvedev approved the move a day after parliament voted unanimously in favor of it.
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For Pelosi, no early notice on Biden pick
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Lieberman and Giuliani signal big tent for GOP convention
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Opinion: The critical pick: secretary of State
The next secretary faces huge challenges. McCain and Obama must choose carefully.
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Obama’s strategy for anti-Obama efforts
Some supporters ask if he’s done enough to counter a bestseller.
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Four offshore-drilling myths
There's a lot of misinformation out there about offshore drilling. I hope this post will help clear the air.
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Will Obama be texting Evan Bayh soon?
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