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Gender gap daunting for GOP: Why women's vote is key

The gender gap for the next election is daunting for Mitt Romney as President Obama leads the likely GOP nominee among women in major polls. With simply more women voters, can he overcome it between now and November?
Hispanics, women: Problems for the GOP?

As the presidential election approaches, Republicans must shore up their support among two critical groups: women and Hispanics. For the GOP, polls here are moving in the wrong direction.
Why Mitt Romney didn't come down hard on Rush Limbaugh

Polls in Ohio, Tennessee, and Georgia show that Rush Limbaugh Republicans lean toward Rick Santorum. Mitt Romney could not afford to lose any of those votes, especially in Ohio.
Rush Limbaugh 'slut' comment reveals a double standard on sex

Rush Limbaugh apologized for calling student Sandra Fluke a 'slut' for her views on contraception. His offensive remarks revealed an old double standard on sex: Only a 'coed' – that is, a female – can be promiscuous. The rest of us males are just taking what’s rightfully ours.
Judge chides Obama for ignoring health-care ruling, urges fast-track appeal

Judge Roger Vinson has agreed to stay his January ruling that Obama's health-care reform law is unconstitutional – but only if the administration fast-tracks an appeal, possibly directly to the Supreme Court.
Happiness 101: Less tweeting, more meeting

Studies show that happiness is directly linked to conversations that are substantial, not superficial. Yet our communications are dominated by quick electronic exchanges. In a high-stress era like ours, we need to tap into our most valuable resource – each other. That's why I talk to strangers.
Obamas get to work from home. So should you, they say.

The Obamas held a White House forum Wednesday to promote flexible work arrangements, including work from home.
Despite gaffe, Supreme Court won't revisit landmark child-rape ruling

Five justices footnote their June opinion about a 'national consensus' against using the death penalty for child rapists.
Retailers, banks battle over credit-card fees

Lawmakers weigh legislation allowing them to negotiate fees.
Historic case may decide U.S. gun rights

Hearings on the constitutionality of a D.C. gun ban begin Tuesday. The Supreme Court is looking at the Second Amendment for the first time since 1939.
Employer retaliation cases reach U.S. Supreme Court

When can workers sue against acts of retaliation by employers? Two cases slated for hearing this week may help clarify.