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If not 'sequester,' then what? Five ideas from left and right.

Few in Washington believe that "the sequester,” $85 billion in automatic spending cuts set to hit the federal budget as of March 1, is a good idea. But what's the alternative? Here are five proposals, from the right, the center, and the left, to replace the sequester. Which do you like?
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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Republican Party 2.0: 4 GOP leaders share ideas for political upgrade

In the aftermath of election 2012, four prominent Republicans share their visions for how the GOP can adapt its messaging to reflect a diversifying US electorate.
Election 2012: 12 reasons Obama won and Romney lost

President Obama went into his reelection fight facing significant head winds – most important, high unemployment and slow economic growth. But for a multitude of reasons, including Obama’s positives and Republican challenger Mitt Romney’s negatives, Obama succeeded. Here’s our list.
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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Media survey: Politicians rethink food-based ethanol

Drawbacks appear in a process once touted as an answer to global warming.
Has Obama slipped?

His lead in North Carolina is dwindling, but he's closing in on Senator Clinton in superdelegates.
Media survey: Politicians rethink food-based ethanol

Drawbacks appear in a process once touted as an answer to global warming.
Gasoline-tax reprieve: an idea running on empty

Minimal cost savings, increased dependence on foreign oil, and high administrative costs are among reasons why this idea ran out of gas.
McCain must separate himself from Bush, says strategist

Differences include control of federal spending and climate change, argues adviser Charlie Black
McCain must separate himself from Bush, says strategist

Differences include control of federal spending and climate change, argues adviser Charlie Black
Obama, Clinton intensify pursuit of white working class

His big lead in North Carolina slips heading into May 6 primary; exodus of whites cited.
Gasoline-tax reprieve: an idea running on empty

Minimal cost savings, increased dependence on foreign oil, and high administrative costs are among reasons why this idea ran out of gas.
McCain charts own course to boost GI benefits

His plan is at odds with a bipartisan bill backed by Clinton and Obama.
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
The Monitor's View: Narrow the college gap for vets

They deserve more generous college benefits – despite worries about retention.
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Wright brings race issue back to '08 race

Obama's former pastor launched a public-relations blitz.
McCain fleshes out his economic plan

His challenge is to appeal both to the GOP's tax-cutting faithful and to independents and moderates.
'Tax rebate' checks expected to yield short-term benefits, long-term troubles

Economists foresee renewed economic growth over the next few months, but increased inflation and declining wealth will take a bigger toll.
Now, Democrats target McCain

The party's 30-second spot highlights US economic woes.
Clinton's Pennsylvania victory gives campaign new life

A convincing win spurs the fight forward, but does little to close the gap in delegate count with Obama.
The Monitor's View: Superdelegates' superdilemma

Clinton's victory only enhances their role in deciding whose campaign style is the better.
High oil prices put focus on Strategic Petroleum Reserve

Stop adding to the oil reserve, some say.
U.S. deficit at record high and rising

The federal deficit hit $311 billion for the first half of fiscal year 2008, up from $162 billion the year before.
Opinion: What explains McCain's values? He's a 'brat.'

Growing up in the military, he got a heavy dose of socialism.
Why Clinton needs to win big in Pennsylvania

Her viability is at risk if she doesn't, analysts say.
In Pennsylvania, white male vote is key

White men are a critical group of voters for Democratic candidates in Tuesday's primary – and the most ambivalent.
Opinion: Hillary – right for Pennsylvania, right for America

The bottom line is this: She is best prepared to be the commander in chief of our military and our economy starting on Day 1.
The Monitor's View: Pony up for better transit

Fixing US roads and bridges requires market solutions and more gas-tax dollars.