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Immigration reform bill: Top 8 changes GOP senators want
More than 300 amendments were submitted for possible inclusion in a sweeping immigration reform package – at least 100 of them from two Republicans, Sens. Charles Grassley of Iowa and Jeff Sessions of Alabama. Here are eight notable changes GOP lawmakers want to see in bill, as the Senate Judiciary Committee takes up amendments between now and Memorial Day.
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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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14 Republicans who might run in 2016
The GOP has a history of nominating people who have run before, which could give heart to some familiar faces. But there’s also a crop of young rising stars who could steal the show.
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Four curious outcomes if the Electoral College ends in a tie
Here are four ways that a 269-to-269 tie in the Electoral College could play out in the 2012 presidential election.
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Kennedy and Obama’s bond: recent but strong
The president on Saturday will eulogize the man who gave him a crucial endorsement during the 2008 campaign.
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The Transplanted Gardener meets the not-so-big bamboo
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Gay marriage foe announces its next big target: Iowa
One of the groups behind California's Proposition 8 said this week that it will seek to ban same-sex marriage in the state through a referendum. The state Supreme Court legalized gay marriage in April.
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Palm oil paradox
Meeting the demand for the ecofriendly fuel means burning rain forests. A new network offers a better way.
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Opinion: Faith in America lifts the public mood
A recent cross-country road trip showed that despite struggles, few people seem to doubt that the nation will rebound.
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Need a job? This week's top 10 intriguing openings.
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Maine’s windkeepers: From ship masts to windmills
Today, winds help turn on the lights, run TVs and power washers, dryers and ovens in thousands of homes all over New England.
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Opinion: Got milk farmers?
Unless Congress acts to ensure that dairy farmers get a fair price, many of them will go out of business.
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Senate's 'Gang of Six' key to healthcare reform
Finance Committee chairman Baucus tries for bipartisanship. But critics in his own party worry that could weaken overhaul legislation - especially provisions for children.
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Three senators hold healthcare reform in their hands
At a time when the threat of filibusters is constant, GOP Senators Enzi, Snowe, and Grassley can wield tremendous influence.
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A parking lot becomes an heirloom garden to benefit abused women
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Dewey
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Senate veers toward healthcare bill that pleases no one
A bipartisan group of six senators worked Tuesday to hammer out a deal. But both parties worry that they will find the final product unacceptable.
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That tantalizing tropical touch
Create that lush jungle look just about anywhere.
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In show of unity, eight Midwest governors OK high speed rail deal
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Recession spreads to suburbs and beyond
In most metro areas surveyed in a new report, unemployment is growing faster in suburbs than in nearby cities.
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If a healthcare bill passes, this group might be why
A bipartisan group of senators met Tuesday to hash out details. The same panel helped President Bush to his first major legislative victory.
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Need a new career? This week's top offbeat job openings
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In gay-marriage battle, D.C. shapes up as next big prize
As of Tuesday, Washington gives same-sex spouses the same rights as heterosexual couples. A full legalization of gay marriage could follow, some say.
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Palin's decision to resign: Is it smart?
Some analysts say her political career is over. Others say she will be in a better position now to run for national office.
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D.C. Metro crash highlights underfunding of public transit systems
About $50 billion in backlog repairs is needed for rail transit systems, but just $5.6 billion was spent in 2006, according to one report.
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US soccer beats Spain! Now let's relax.
Every major US win is hailed as the best ever. But really, it's just part of 59 years of progress.
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Ensign quits leadership post in wake of extramarital affair
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22 contestants text while running and blindfolded for cash
Txt ur heart out: Teen wins third LG texting championship
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Obama's health plan: Battle lines become clearer
Key players in the coming congressional debate spoke Sunday. Their comments are a road map for the week ahead.
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