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Gay rights in America: How states stand on 7 hot-button issues
The tapestry of federal and state laws surrounding gay rights is enormously complex. Here is a look at each state's laws regarding issues ranging from gay marriage to hate crimes to hospital visitation.
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Top 10 states for working moms
Mother's Day companies? That's what you could call workplaces that help moms meet their family commitments. Those companies can be located anywhere. But some states do better than others in mandating a level of standards beyond the federal minimum in the form of paid family leave, job protection, and “right to nurse” laws. In honor of Mother’s Day, here are the Top 10 states that best support new working mothers, according to the National Partnership for Women and Families. Can you guess which state gets the highest marks?
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Ludwig Mies van der Rohe: His five most famous buildings
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe revolutionized architecture. His simple dictum that 'less is more' inspired building designs around the world. No wonder he received a loving Google doodle on Tuesday, his 126 birthday. Want to move past the doodle? Click through our short slideshow for a look Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's best work.
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Rick Santorum: top 5 unorthodox views
Rick Santorum must try to prevent Mitt Romney from securing a majority of delegates before the Republican convention in August, and then have a contested convention. In many cases, his positions mirror Mr. Romney’s, but here are five of Mr. Santorum’s most unorthodox views.
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'Game Change': 5 revelations from the book
As the bestselling book 'Game Change' becomes an HBO movie, here are the 5 most interesting stories from the book.
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In Berlin, Obama calls for stronger U.S.-Europe partnership
The Illinois senator addressed an enthusiastic crowd of some 250,000 that stretched for a mile to the storied Brandenburg Gate.
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Berliners welcome Obama as they did JFK
The Democratic presidential nominee, who delivers the sole public foreign policy speech of his overseas tour here Thursday, was dubbed 'president of the world' by Der Spiegel.
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3 generations, 1 vacation
Extended families forge closer ties on shared vacations.
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Could an Obama win hurt Chávez?
Without Bush to rail against, Chávez will be left without a foil, say analysts.
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Obama takes show onto global stage
His foreign-policy credentials will likely be tested as he travels abroad.
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Obama takes show onto global stage
His foreign-policy credentials will likely be tested as he travels abroad.
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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.
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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.
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How the candidates' speaking styles play
McCain is unscripted. Obama is soaring. In these times, both styles have their advantages.
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How the candidates' speaking styles play
McCain is unscripted. Obama is soaring. In these times, both styles have their advantages.
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New worker perk: help buying a home
In Illinois, 70 employers offer assistance with everything from down payments to credit counseling.
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White House scores key victory on government eavesdropping
The Senate approved a bill on Wednesday that protects telecom firms from lawsuits over secret surveillance.
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White House scores key victory on government eavesdropping
The Senate approved a bill on Wednesday that protects telecom firms from lawsuits over secret surveillance.
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Better buffer than levees
Water management and retreat from flood plains make more sense and cost less.
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As Afghanistan boils, McCain keeps focus on Iraq
For voters, a resurgent Taliban may challenge McCain's view that Iraq is the center of the war on terror.
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As Afghanistan boils, McCain keeps focus on Iraq
For voters, a resurgent Taliban may challenge McCain's view that Iraq is the center of the war on terror.
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With E-Verify, too many errors to expand its use?
Database aims to make it easy for employers to check worker immigration status. Critics say the accuracy rate is too low.
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Obama, McCain campaigns go global
The two presidential candidates plan trips abroad to build their foreign-policy credentials.
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Obama, McCain campaigns go global
The two presidential candidates plan trips abroad to build their foreign-policy credentials.
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Obama and Clinton campaign together
How is he doing at winning over her supporters – and tapping into her formidable fundraising network? What might she get in return?
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More Mail Bag matches
Readers share their experiences with the Monitor's old pen-pal column.
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Congress wrestles over spying bill
Many Democrats are at odds with their own leadership over extending domestic surveillance.
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Can farmers salvage a soaked planting season?
Ebbing water, good weather brighten outlook in Midwest, but numerous obstacles remain.
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