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2013 Oscar-inspired dishes
The Academy Awards are right around the corner! What better way to cheer on the Best Picture nominees than by cooking a dish inspired by your favorite film?
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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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Focus The Monitor's top 11 US stories of 2012
From storms to politics, the year was a wild ride. What are the most meaningful US stories of 2012? Here's the Monitor's list, in roughly chronological order.
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'Fiscal cliff' 101: 5 basic questions answered
President Obama and congressional leaders are working to stop the US from going over the “fiscal cliff,” a combination of higher taxes and lower spending set to take effect Jan. 1. Here are five steps to understanding what's going on.
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How the world is reacting to Obama's reelection
From China to Iran, President Obama's reelection elicited everything from celebration to doubt about his second-term agenda. Here are 11 responses:
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Jobless claims drop. Unemployment rate to follow?
Jobless claims in the US fell by 23,000 to 369,000 last week after being distorted by seasonal adjustment problems. When jobless claims fall below 375,000, it suggests hiring is strong enough to lower the unemployment rate.
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Jerry Brown tax hike suddenly on the ropes. Does he have time to save it?
With less than two weeks to go before Election Day, support for Jerry Brown's tax hike has plunged below 50 percent in two polls. If it fails, $6 billion in automatic cuts kick in.
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Voting fraud in Election 2012: How common is it? (+video)
The son of Rep. Jim Moran has resigned from his father's campaign for apparently condoning voter fraud. In the lead-up to Election Day 2012, both Democrats and Republicans have had such episodes.
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Decoder Wire Is Donald Trump trying to sabotage the Republican Party? (+video)
The discredited 'birther' stuff and more insinuations about Obama’s character won't appeal to the slice of the electorate Mitt Romney needs to win in the campaign's waning days. We’re pretty sure Donald Trump knows that.
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The Vote For Election 2012 prognosis, look to ... Halloween masks? (+video)
Right on cue, marketers tap into the Election 2012 horse race to try to boost sales of everything from Halloween masks to coffee. They also sometimes tap into voters' preferences with bizarre accuracy.
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Robert Reich Romney the details man?
Romney has always savored details when it helps him make money, Reich writes, but when it comes to running or holding office he’s been a standout for keeping the public in the dark.
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How the Obama-Romney foreign-policy debate could determine the election
With turmoil increasing in world hot spots, foreign policy and national security have become major presidential campaign issues. From China to Israel, Iran to Syria, stateless terrorists to struggling alliances, Mitt Romney and Barack Obama will have plenty to debate Monday night.
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Polls show presidential race a dead heat
The trend among likely voters is in Mitt Romney’s direction, even though Barack Obama still holds the edge among all registered voters. Both sides have gender gaps and undecided independent voters to worry about, and the last debate, on Monday night, could be crucial.
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George McGovern: A war hero who fought for peace
Former US Senator George McGovern was a war hero who inspired many in his opposition to the Vietnam War. Always a proud liberal, he was crushed in his 1972 challenge to Richard Nixon.
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Stop the presses! A tally of newspaper endorsements for president
Mitt Romney and Barack Obama are beginning to collect endorsements from major US newspapers. Some are full-throated, others tentative. In metropolitan areas, they could make a difference in the race.
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Romney’s wavering path on abortion. Do voters care?
Abortion is a tricky issue for both Romney and Obama campaigns. In polls, a plurality agrees that abortion should be generally available. But a substantial number want to restrict its availability.
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Will Obama challenge Romney in their second debate?
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney used the first debate to turn his campaign around, while President Barack Obama lost ground. Tuesday night's debate, the second of three, will provide Obama with the opportunity for a rematch.
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On ballots: Has pro-marijuana camp found way to win over middle America?
Ballot initiatives in Colorado, Oregon, and Washington would make recreational use of marijuana legal. At least one is likely to succeed. Pro-legalization groups have been honing their message.
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Fight ends over early voting in Ohio as US Supreme Court refuses to step in
Ohio had sought to cut short in-person early voting this year, but federal courts ruled it could not, citing potential disenfranchisement of older and low-income voters. On Tuesday, the US Supreme Court declined to enter fray in this key electoral state.
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Decoder Wire As Obama and Romney ready for second debate, where do polls stand? (+video)
The question now is whether Mitt Romney’s gains are due to a temporary bounce from his strong first debate performance, or whether they reflect a fundamental change in standings with President Obama.
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Presidential debate: Obama looks for turnaround in second confrontation
Much as Obama needs to erase the memory of the first debate nearly two weeks ago, Romney will likewise need to turn in a repeat of his strong showing in their initial meeting.
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Vox News Why did Mitt Romney cancel appearance on 'The View'?
Mitt Romney has shown he can handle a tough televised situation: Remember the debate earlier this month? Instead, here are two other reasons that he's a no-show on 'The View.'
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Presidential polls: Politics, like Major League Baseball, is numbers-driven
With 23 days and two important debates before Election Day, the presidential race could see major twists and turns. Here are the latest polling data, including an apparent advantage for Obama among early voters.
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Bill Clinton's back in the campaign game big time
The Obama campaign said Saturday it was pairing Clinton with another heavyweight, rocker Bruce Springsteen, at a rally this coming Thursday in Ohio, one of the most pivotal states.
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Focus Election 2012: Ballot initiatives reflect nation's mood
The 174 propositions on state ballots point to evolving opinions on marijuana, same-sex marriage, health care, and more. Do the initiatives show the power of direct democracy or lack of legislative leadership?
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Robert Reich How the fiscal cliff turns into a gentle 'fiscal hill'
Hyper-polarized Washington hasn’t shown itself capable of rational behavior, Reich writes; It's why the nation is heading over a fiscal cliff that may begin to look more like a hill whose slope remains uncertain but will almost surely be gradual.
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522,719 presidential votes cast so far: Is Mitt Romney holding his own?
The Romney campaign aims to block President Obama from getting too far out in front in early voting, as he did in 2008. So far, it appears to be succeeding in three key states.
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Swing state polls echo national trend: Mitt Romney on the rise
In one set of polls, conducted by The Wall Street Journal, NBC News, and Marist College, President Obama and Mitt Romney are in a dead heat among likely voters in Florida and Virginia. But in Ohio, Obama is leading.
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Robert Reich Fear and voting in America
The biggest motivator in this election isn’t enthusiasm about either of the candidates, Reich writes. The biggest motivator is fear of the other guy.
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Romney, Obama fighting hard in Ohio (+video)
The GOP candidate is hoping to use his post-debate bounce to creep past the President, who still leads in the critical battleground state.
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