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Where do things stand at Guantánamo? Six basic questions answered.
President Obama this week pledged to “reengage” with Congress to find a way to close the terror detention camp at the Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, naval base. The renewed focus comes as 100 of the 166 detainees are reported to be engaged in a hunger strike. Here is a brief look at where things stand now.
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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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Thanksgiving Day by the numbers: 10 mind-stuffing facts
Data from the Census and other sources provide some numerical insights into Thanksgiving, arguably the most cherished national holiday.
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Hillary Clinton: 10 quotes on her birthday
Here are 10 quotes from Hillary Clinton – politician, public servant, and US Secretary of State.
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Election 2012: top seven super PACs
Decoder profiles the seven top super PACs, the organizations that have spent the most trying to influence the elections – and still have the most money in the bank.
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A weather-beaten economy
Severe weather in the US interior has wrought economic disaster. But recovery may be quick.
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Child-abuse claims vs. parents' rights
Supreme Court mulls whether to take a suit accusing Illinois of forcing families to give up rights.
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Opinion: Send more U.S. students abroad
We can't be competitive globally if we lack exposure beyond US borders.
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New battlegrounds for McCain and Obama
Obama sees potential in traditional red states such as Virginia, Colorado, and North Carolina. McCain looks to target blue states including Pennsylvania and Michigan.
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Senate warms to a climate policy
Even though legislation fell to defeat, Friday’s debate marked the first time a majority backed a cap on carbon emissions.
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McCain and Obama: a stark matchup
They're both mavericks, but they differ sharply on issues and how to govern.
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In sealing nomination, Obama makes history
He's the first African-American to head presidential ticket of a major party, winning Democrats' long war of attrition.
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NAACP turns to a leader from a newer generation
Benjamin Jealous was chosen amid divides over how to reenergize the organization.
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What Clinton gains from carrying on
By finishing out the primaries, Clinton keeps faith with her fans – and maybe helps retire her debt.
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In congressional races, Republicans are losing ground
GOP leaders urge a new agenda after several key losses.
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Obama shifts sights to McCain and the general election
The nomination isn't his yet, but his aim now is to unify Democrats.
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Why the presidential candidates won't talk about Israel
Analysts say politicians hold their tongues on giving additional US aid to Israel for fear of being labeled as anti-Semitic.
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Superdelegates shifting toward Obama
He narrowed Clinton's lead to 13, picking up four after Tuesday's primaries.
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Has Obama slipped?
His lead in North Carolina is dwindling, but he's closing in on Senator Clinton in superdelegates.
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Indiana: Clinton's next big test
Obama and Clinton are in a tight race heading into the May 6 contest.
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Obama, Clinton intensify pursuit of white working class
His big lead in North Carolina slips heading into May 6 primary; exodus of whites cited.
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Blacks wrestle with Obama-Wright rift
Many understand, but some may doubt Obama's 'blackness.'
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Behind logjam over economic remedies, a values divide in D.C.
Bush and Democrats in Congress disagree on how much onus to put on individuals vs. financial, energy industries
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Wright brings race issue back to '08 race
Obama's former pastor launched a public-relations blitz.
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On Capitol Hill, a focus on the middle class
Democrats tackle issues from college tuition to healthcare.
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God's authority over earth forces
A Christian Science perspective on daily life.
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Civil War buffs couldn't see history for the trees
National parks clear trees from original battlefield 'sight lines,' delighting (and appalling) students of history.
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