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Marine sergeant discharged for criticizing Obama: Was that fair?

Troops may express political opinions and are encouraged 'to carry out the obligations of citizenship,' but Marine Sgt. Gary Stein was warned that his Facebook posts crossed a line.
Decoder Wire
Martin O'Malley for president in 2016? He drops a few hints.

At a breakfast with reporters Friday, Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley (D) insisted it was too soon to talk about 2016. But some comments suggested a run for president might have crossed his mind.
Student loans: What will you owe? Check here.

Students loans online calculator is being tested by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Users can compare grant and scholarship offers to see what they will owe in student loans.
The Simple Dollar
Student loans: the more you can pay at once, the better

Student loan bills reach six figures for one married couple, who wonder if they should throw as much money at the loan as possible or stick to the payment plan. Student loans are question 6 in this week's mailbag.
The Simple Dollar
Social Security benefits: How to prepare for the tax hit

Social Security income triggers big tax for newlyweds. How do you cope? See question No. 2 on Social Security and taxes in the reader mailbag. 
Return: movie review

Linda Cardellini's nuanced take on a mother searching for her place is finely observed.
Transcript of the State of the Union

President Obama's speech, as prepared for delivery by the White House.
Robert Reich
The decline of the American public good

Much of what’s called “public” is increasingly a private good paid for by users, and the rest has become so shoddy that that those who can afford to find private alternatives.
The Daily Reckoning
How higher education is leading us astray

Despite a skyrocketing price tag, higher education is not benefiting our young people any more than when it was affordable
Robert Reich
The Republican weapon of mass cynicism

77 percent of Americans mistrust the government. But a lack of faith is bad for all of us.
Make college accessible to the masses – and jobless

When American educators can say, "A degree in X means a graduate has mastered the following things," then it shouldn't matter how a person got a degree or where. That will make it possible for many more people to earn degrees, especially online.
Government shutdown 101: What does it mean for veterans?

The Department of Veterans Affairs learned its lessons in the government shutdown of 1995. For that reason, disruptions to veterans would be minimal if the government shuts down.
Veterans Day survey: 300,000 use revamped GI Bill

In a survey released before Veterans Day, student veterans said they were largely happy with the GI Bill. But some struggle with credit-transfer options, and many find difficulty adjusting to college life.
Tony Curtis remembered for acting versatility and artwork

Tony Curtis died at his Las Vegas-area home late Wednesday night. A World War 2 veteran, Tony Curtis acted in both film and television. He also painted and wrote his autobiography later in life.
Robert Reich
Labor Day lessons from 1928

Policies that generate more widely shared prosperity lead to stronger and more sustainable economic growth — and that’s good for everyone.
The Vote
Glenn Beck rally: Sarah Palin and President Obama agree on one thing

President Obama and Sarah Palin disagreed sharply on the war in Iraq. But in Obama's radio address Saturday and Palin's speech at Glenn Beck's 'Restoring Honor' rally, they agreed on the need to honor and support the troops.
Estate tax bills take aim at a growing 'aristocracy of wealth'

The Senate has so far failed to pass an estate tax bill, allowing the tax to expire this year. Two new proposals, though, aim to reintroduce the estate tax and could generate billions in revenues.
Robert Reich
After recession, middle and working classes lose ground

A larger and larger share of total income going to the very top while the vast middle class continues to lose ground.
Nuclear weapons: Is full disarmament possible?

As world leaders convene in Washington for a summit on halting the spread of nuclear weapons, a global debate is rising on the merits – and feasibility – of total nuclear disarmament.
Student loan reform: What will it mean for students?

President Obama signed the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act Tuesday, whose student loan reform will mean big savings for the US government, but not much change for students until 2014.
High unemployment means high military recruitment

Military recruits seek not just an adventure, but a much needed job.
On Veterans Day, student vets deserve backup

Hundreds of thousands of veterans are taking advantage of the new GI Bill. They need the support of the VA and educators.
With new GI Bill, a surge of veterans at colleges

More than 100,000 veterans have already been approved under the bill taking effect Saturday. Are campuses prepared?
Obama directs $12 billion to community colleges

The goal is to help 5 million people earn degrees and certificates, especially displaced workers.
New GI Bill too popular for the Pentagon's own good?

Veterans are rushing to take advantage of the comprehensive education benefits, raising the question of whether the bill will hurt retention.