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Can Obama turn it around?
A feistier President Obama has emerged as he makes the case for his jobs bill. But will campaigning for a plan that faces dim prospects with Republicans be enough to save his presidency?
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Perry vs. Romney: Does it matter whom Obama faces in 2012? In short, yes.
Even with high unemployment and a sluggish economy, it still matters whom the Republican Party nominates to face Obama. For now, Romney appears likely to be a tougher foe than Perry.
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Gov. Martin O'Malley: GOP will block jobs if Obama would get credit (VIDEO)
Congressional Republicans have decided it isn't in the GOP's interest to have President Obama succeed in creating jobs, says Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley, chairman of the Democratic Governors Association.
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Gov. Martin O'Malley: Democrats too slow in delivering on economy (VIDEO)
Democrats have not delivered fast enough on the economy, said Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, chairman of the Democratic Governors Association. But he defended Obama at a Monitor breakfast Thursday.
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Irene update: Did New York dodge a bullet?
The worst of tropical storm Irene has passed New York, and the impact wasn't as bad as it might have been. But officials say hazards still exist, including heavy flooding.
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The end to 'don't ask, don't tell' follows shifting public attitudes
“Don’t ask, don’t tell” – the ban on gay men and women serving openly in the US military – comes to end September 20. Public attitudes have shifted dramatically since it came into force 18 years ago.
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Nine states don't give maximum unemployment benefits: Does yours?
Extended unemployment benefits – after the first 26 weeks – are paid by Uncle Sam, but only if states pass legislation allowing it. So far, 37 states and D.C. are on board, four have unemployment levels too low to qualify, and nine just haven't taken action.
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Janet Napolitano was apparent target of D.C. package, widening investigation
Janet Napolitano, the Homeland Security secretary, was reportedly the intended recipient of an incendiary package, which followed two such parcels in Maryland. Here’s a look at how the investigation into all three packages is developing.
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Mail attack on Maryland government buildings singes two workers
Two packages mailed to Maryland government buildings ignited Thursday, producing smoke and odor and singing the fingers of two workers. Police suspect the two events, coming 15 minutes apart, are connected.
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Governor election results: At least 10 states flip Republican
The issues that mattered most to voters, including sluggish economic growth and the high unemployment rate, figured prominently in the governor election results.
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The Vote
Lesson from Christine O'Donnell defeat: where tea party overreached
Christine O'Donnell's Senate loss to Democrat Chris Coons in Delaware shows that sheer numbers can trump tea party buzz and underscores the importance of thoroughly vetting candidates.
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The Vote
GOP buying Election 2010 with foreign cash? What Obama's talking about.
President Obama is suggesting that some GOP donors in Election 2010 are using money collected abroad – which would be illegal. But there's no hard evidence yet.
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The Daily Reckoning
Maryland's millionaire exodus
Maryland's governor raised taxes on millionaires. Their response? Move.
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Earth Hour 2010 aims to get 1 billion to turn off the lights
For this year's Earth Hour, set for 8:30 p.m. Saturday, more businesses and governments are expected to take part in the campaign to turn off the lights. The aim: at least 1 billion participants.
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How to beat partisan politics? Ask your state government.
To avoid gridlock and partisan politics look to your state government. The states increasingly hold the power and influence over Washington in shaping American law – from safety to energy to social justice.
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Bright Green
Schwarzenegger says California must prepare for warming
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has directed state agencies to prepare for the impacts of global warming – particularly rising sea levels – on the state's economy, water supply, and natural resources.
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