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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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Shaking up 2012: US senators who aren't running for reelection
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Lawmakers' priority during recess: avoid town halls
Virulent meetings over healthcare reform lead some in Congress – especially Democrats – to seek less public ways to engage voters.
08/11/2009 01:00 am -
Sotomayor: 'wise Latina' a bad choice of words
But during Tuesday's hearing, the Supreme Court nominee demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the law and jurisprudence.
07/14/2009 01:00 am -
Trouble for federal agency that backs 44 million pensions
The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. faces rising deficits. A big bankruptcy could swamp it.
05/20/2009 01:00 am -
Horizons As texting prices climb, the number of texts sent climbs even faster
09/11/2008 01:00 am -
Horizons Congress asks phone companies: Why are text prices rising?
09/10/2008 01:00 am -
David Axelrod: architect of Obama's unlikely campaign
Barack Obama's chief strategist grew up loving the political fight while holding to the ideals in the message.
07/15/2008 01:00 am -
David Axelrod: architect of Obama's unlikely campaign
Barack Obama's chief strategist grew up loving the political fight while holding to the ideals in the message.
07/15/2008 01:00 am
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