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Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes
Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.
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IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal
The Internal Revenue Service is under the microscope now, as revelations have emerged that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
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Mother's Day 2013: 10 best books
Mother's Day 2013: 10 best new books for all kinds of moms
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10 quotes from "E.B. White on Dogs"
In "E.B. White on Dogs," the famed author and essayist discusses man's best friend. Here are a few choice samples of White's writing on dogs.
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Boston Marathon bombings: 5 books to read in the aftermath
In the wake of the tragedy, check out these five titles which address topics from patriotism to strength in the face of disaster.
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Pinned down by Mrs. Partridge
Why was this little bird so annoyed with me?
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Proud to talk like a Mainer
No one questions my accent here; it's just the way folks speak.
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McCain and Obama share energy goals, not methods
The candidates would take very different steps to greater energy independence for Americans.
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McCain and Obama share energy goals, not methods
The candidates would take very different steps to greater energy independence for Americans.
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The seaport that could slip away
Mark Kurlansky considers the future of Gloucester, Mass., and its fishermen.
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Needed: Underwater ‘national parks’
Set-asides can restore ocean balance and diversity – but all stakeholders must buy into them.
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Cooking class getaways
In elegant locales, top chefs offer courses on the art of cooking.
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Sedaris riffs on family, fumbles, fears
David Sedaris finds the humor in life's little absurdities.
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How overfishing can alter an ocean’s entire ecosystem
When you tip the balance, a cascade of other changes may occur.
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'Dixie dogs' head north
But is this rescue effort the best thing for pooches transported from the South?
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Love in the summer stock wings
A newly published book by a young Madeleine L'Engle.
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GOP Senate campaign head: '08 toughest election since '74
Goal is to limit losses to three Senate seats, says Sen. John Ensign of Nevada.
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GOP Senate campaign head: '08 toughest election since '74
Goal is to limit losses to three Senate seats, says Sen. John Ensign of Nevada.
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U.S. wheat acreage rises – even in New England
Under the radar for 50 years, it stages a comeback in the region, due to rising demand.
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Senate blocks Big Oil windfall profits tax bill
High-profile votes on the energy issue are likely to continue until the fall election, say lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
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Empty oceans, Part 1: Endless no more
Technology has bested seas’ bounty, now fishermen adjust to a sea change.
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EarthTalk: Winter’s future looks warmer
Some places were colder and got more snow last winter, but that’s in line with today’s models for a warmer climate.
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Food crisis softens resistance to genetically modified (GM) food
At Rome summit, UN calls for $20 billion a year to feed hungry and fund a new ‘green revolution.’
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Resigned to a rising river
Would the river flood their house? They had to wait and see.
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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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Horseshoe crabs are landing – the spawn is on
The ancient arachnid is on the rebound – so why isn’t the bird that depends upon it?
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Seniors record stories to preserve personal history
With notebooks, tape recorders, and video cameras, families are coaxing a lifetime of memories from beloved relatives.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about nanotechnology, kids in science, RV fillup costs, and Hillary Clinton in the media.
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California high court overturns gay marriage ban
Thursday's ruling makes it the second state to legalize same-sex marriage.
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