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10 most-looked-up words of 2012, according to Merriam Webster
Here are the 10 words that most often sent Americans to the dictionary in 2012.
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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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Obama or Romney? How 5 undecided voters are making up their minds.
Last month, the Monitor profiled five undecided voters whose allegiances were especially prized because they live in swing states. Now, less than two weeks before Election Day, we check in with them to see what they’re thinking now.
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Obama-Netanyahu tensions: Not as bad as 5 other US-Israel low points
Will US-Israel relations fray over Iran? Not likely – they've seen worse.
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Obama vs. Romney 101: 4 ways they compare on gun control
A spate of gun violence has beset the United States ahead of the November election, raising the perennial question about how effectively America regulates its 300 million-plus guns. Yet neither presidential candidate is likely to hoist his own complicated record as a rallying cry.
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Watchdogs make it harder for politicians to stretch the truth
Cindy McCain's past is the latest to be questioned after errors were found.
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Obama and Biden in Springfield, Illinois? -
Opinion: The critical pick: secretary of State
The next secretary faces huge challenges. McCain and Obama must choose carefully.
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Picking a No. 2 in the glare of the Internet age
More than ever, vice presidential wannabes must maneuver between groveling and remaining cool.
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Picking a No. 2 in the glare of the Internet age
More than ever, vice presidential wannabes must maneuver between groveling and remaining cool.
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The Monitor's View: Behind Afghanistan lies Pakistan
The US is wising up about Pakistan, where Al Qaeda and the Taliban find safe haven.
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Opinion: Georgia and Russia can avoid war – if the West helps
War could mean more pressure on already sky-high oil prices.
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India at an impasse over civilian nuclear deal
Communists oppose the pact with the US, which would give India access to nuclear fuel and technology, threatening to bring down the government.
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Nations offer Afghanistan aid, demand accountability
Afghans sought help for its $50 billion five-year plan as donors met in Paris June 12.
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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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Both Obama, McCain start seeking No. 2
They need to pick running mates with strong résumés.
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In Iraq, Sunni insurgents still aim to oust U.S., Shiites
In an interview, a member of the Islamic Army of Iraq speaks of his group's long-term goals.
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Terrorism & Security
Counterterror debate turns to troop levels in Afghanistan, IraqDemocrats say an overemphasis on the war in Iraq has come at the expense of Afghanistan and has allowed Al Qaeda to regroup in that region.
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Why Iraq troop drawdown is likely to stop in July
Gen. David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker will describe Iraq's fragile state this week on Capitol Hill.
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After Pakistan vote, U.S. eyes options
Some White House officials want to embrace victors in parliament; others don't want to abandon Musharraf.
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A glimpse of humanity on the campaign trail
Amid all the campaign politicking, it's nice to see the softer side of a presidential candidate.
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Terrorism & Security
Senators challenge White House approach on AfghanistanForeign Relations Committee hearing comes a day after the release of two critical reports.
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Pakistanis lobby U.S. against February elections
Well-known politician Imran Khan argues that reinstating the judiciary is more important.
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Iowans pick Huckabee and Obama, endorsing change
Caucus results shake up the race for the White House in both parties.
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Molly Clause's night at the caucus
An Iowa Democrat has 30 minutes to rustle up five more votes for her candidate.
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