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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?
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Sequester 101: What happens if $85 billion in cuts hit on March 1
The sequester is a complex concept with a tortuous history. Here are the basics on the automatic spending reductions set to kick in March 1.
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Senate freshmen: What the 14 new members bring to Capitol Hill
A freshman Senate class was sworn in Jan. 3, bringing diverse skills and experience – not to mention agendas – to the legislative body. Whether the 14 newest senators help break partisan gridlock, or refuse to work across the aisle, will be the test for the 113th Congress.Twelve were elected on Nov. 6, including three Republicans, eight Democrats, and an independent. In addition, a Republican and a Democrat were appointed to vacant seats after the election. Here is a look at the 14 and what they bring to the Senate:
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How much do you know about US entitlement programs? Take our quiz.
The push to reform entitlement programs is at the heart of debates about the future of the US budget. They include Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, unemployment benefits, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (welfare).
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The Monitor's top 11 US stories of 2012
From storms to politics, the year was a wild ride. What are the most meaningful US stories of 2012? Here's the Monitor's list, in roughly chronological order.
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Congress advances new law expanding children's health insurance program
Some 4 million more children would bring the total to more than 11 million covered
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House stimulus bill widens healthcare
Newly jobless would get Medicaid or other subsidies to help pay medical costs.
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Economic downturn frays America's safety net
Advocates for nonprofit aid agencies hope they'll get some help in the economic stimulus package.
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States to win big in stimulus sweepstakes
House bill allots almost one-quarter of the $825 billion recovery package to states, localities. How will that boost the economy?
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House releases first look at Obama stimulus
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Obama inherits $1.2 trillion deficit – even before new stimulus
President-elect strikes tone of fiscal prudence by appointing efficiency officer.
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Opinion: Universal healthcare and the waistline police
We risk a nanny state contrary to American ideals.
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With no one in charge, Illinois grinds to halt
The scandal involving Governor Blagojevich is delaying key budget decisions.
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US economy's gloom expected to begin lifting by late '09
Until then, employment, output, and housing prices will keep falling.
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'Tis the season for families to talk about finances
These discussions are difficult, but necessary given hard financial times.
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A tattered safety net for US unemployed
Jobless benefits will get paid, but states' budget shortfalls will force bigger debts, higher taxes, or cuts elsewhere.
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Obama, governors share plans for boosting public-works jobs
The National Governors Association, meeting Tuesday, says $136 billion in road, bridge, and transit projects are ready to go, but just need funding.
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Governors to President-elect Obama: send money soon.
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State and city budgets falling fast
Shortfalls are beginning to hit local government services across the country.
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The Monitor's View: Obama's big win, and big embrace
Tough times will require the new president to rally even his political opponents.
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The Monitor's View: Obama's big win, and now, big embrace
Tough times call for the new president to rally even his foes.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about whether or not Barack Obama is really a socialist.
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Congress weighs another stimulus
But this plan is likely to be aimed at people and areas hit hard by the slump.
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Candidates’ healthcare fixes: tax credits vs. more federal spending
The US spends twice as much on healthcare per capita than other nations but still trails in access to care.
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McCain, Obama healthcare plans at a glance
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The Monitor's View: Pin down candidates on bailout
Voters need to hear more on how the bailout will affect the next president's priorities.
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Face-off ahead on offshore drilling ban
It tops Congress’s agenda, now colored by lawmakers’ preelection calculus.
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Voters weighing Obama, McCain tax plans
Nearly 3 in 4 see taxes and budget deficits as 'extremely' or 'very' important in the 2008 campaign.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about Europe and Russia, political contributions, and Medicaid.
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Will pocketbooks pick the president?
Big edge for Obama if the economy – statistically sour – motivates voters, say modelers.
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