Topic: George W. Bush
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Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes
Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.
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George H. W. Bush in his own words: 10 stories from the updated 'All the Best, George Bush'
"All the Best, George Bush" is a collection of the personal correspondence of George H. W. Bush from his first years in the Navy in 1942 all the way to 2011. Here are 10 excerpts from the book.
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Hugo Chavez: 10 outrageous things he said about the US
Hugo Chavez, whose death was announced Tuesday, will be remembered worldwide as much for what he said as for what he did during his 14-year rule of Venezuela. From the vitriolic to bizarre, here is a list of 10 outrageous comments he made about the “Yankee empire” and its leaders.
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Eight open US Senate seats in 2014
Here are eight senators who have opted out of a reelection bid in 2014, giving hopefuls in both parties a rare shot at a US Senate seat – and, moreover, one that could flip control of the Senate.
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Presidential libraries: from Boston to Honolulu ... or maybe Chicago
Presidential libraries can be found coast to coast, and may even go beyond that once a site is selected for President Obama's future repository of documents and artifacts. To quickly hopscotch around to the 13 official presidential libraries and museums overseen by the National Archives, plus that of Abraham Lincoln, check out this library list.
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Will Philharmonic's Korean concerts build a lasting bridge?
The New York Philharmonic played Thursday in Seoul. Can their Korea tour restart the dismantling of North's weapons program?
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Will an extended Turkish offensive further destabilize Iraq?
President Bush wants a limit to the Turkish campaign against rebels, but Turkey says no to a timetable.
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USA
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In red-state Texas, new signs of rising Democratic tide
The drawn-out fight for a Democratic presidential nominee is driving left-leaning Texans into the open, infusing them with a sense of relevance for the first time in a generation.
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In shift, G.O.P. welcomes Iraq debate
Republican senators see the issue as a plus for the presidential campaign.
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Opinion: Barack Obama and the case for charisma
Charisma is more than a way with words and an attractive face. It's about inspiring America to greatness again.
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Opinion: Protect America - and the law
We don't buy Bush's scare tactics on surveillance.
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A slowdown in U.S. economy, yes, but a mild one
Many economists say the stimulus plan and rate cuts will help soften the downturn.
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The future that young Russians want
The Putin generation is often worldly, optimistic, and enthusiastic about democracy – as they define it.
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More troops for Iraq and Afghanistan, Defense Department says
An Army general warns of strain on deployed troops.
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USA
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Nader's candidacy gets some cheers, but more groans
Many see it as folly for him to enter the presidential race one more time.
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Legal immigrants to U.S. face endless wait
With its backlogs and bureaucracy, the immigration system is punishing for those who play by the rules.
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Can Rice (and music) restart North Korea nuclear deal?
U.S. Secretary of State Rice visits Asia to boost the six-party deal, N.Y. Philharmonic plays in Pyongyang.
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Election '08: For candidates, Iraq debate shifts
The question used to be 'withdraw or not'? But now, some progress in Iraq is prompting a more nuanced discussion.
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Seven tax tips to put more in your pocket
Taxpayers can find tax breaks in charitable donations, private mortgage insurance, and higher education, experts say.
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USA
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Big wins in Wisconsin, Hawaii make it Obama's race to lose
His large margins of victory in Tuesday's contests put Clinton on the ropes.
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Opinion: Bush's peace opportunity in Congo
A large diplomatic presence there is key to peace.
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Bush sees results of his AIDS plan in Africa
The $15 billion relief plan aims to help 1.5 million HIV patients live longer, healthier lives.
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Fidel Castro retires as president of Cuba
After nearly 50 years in power, Fidel effectively hands the reins to his younger brother, Raul Castro.
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Kosovo independence: Russia warns of separatist storm
Frustration is deep over Western support for independence that Russia sees as destabilizing and against international law.
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NATO guards Kosovo border amid Serb tension
The territory's declaration of independence has caused international ripples; analysts look to East Timor and Montenegro as examples of how Kosovo might fare.
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Reporters on the Job
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Castro exit unlikely to thaw U.S.-Cuba relations
The State Department said Tuesday that Castro's departure won't lead to a change in policy or the lifting of the embargo.
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