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Five senators push Obama to do more in Libya

While President Obama predicts US forces could disengage from Libya within the week, Senate hawks who pressed for military intervention watch closely to see that the mission's goals are fulfilled. Critics, including conservatives, say they are leading the nation into endless, costly wars. Here’s how the hawks respond – and what they say should happen next.
The Top 10 political quotes of 2010

The “who said what” buzz came in full force this election year through campaign ads, public appearances, and even tweets. But who are the politicians that shocked and zinged the most? Here’s a roundup of the year’s most memorable political quotes.

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Is Donald Trump secretly supporting President Obama?

The day after hosting a fundraiser for Mitt Romney in Las Vegas, Donald Trump resorted to insisting that Barack Obama was born in Kenya. This is not helping Romney.
Decoder Wire
How Romney is fighting harsh charge he's a heartless job-killer (+video)

Two new pro-Obama ads are hammering Romney's former firm, Bain Capital, for the demise of a Missouri steel company. The counter-ad from the Romney camp focuses on a firm that Bain bolstered.
War over #Julia: Has Obama campaign set a trap for Republicans?

The Obama campaign's 'Life of Julia' Web infographic shows how government helps women from cradle to grave. Republicans have pounced on it as 'nanny state' excess. But the #Julia Internet meme has taken off.
Keep Calm
Good Reads: Politics of withdrawal, fossil fuels, and media freedom in South Africa

Herewith, a shout out to longer-form analysis stories about President Obama's security pact with Afghanistan, as well as stories on oil, developing countries, and media restriction in South Africa.
Race in America: Trayvon Martin, Tulsa killings raise contentious questions

Troubling cases involving race, including the Trayvon Martin shooting and this week's killing of several blacks in Tulsa, Okla., raise difficult social and political issues for many Americans.
Hispanics, women: Problems for the GOP?

As the presidential election approaches, Republicans must shore up their support among two critical groups: women and Hispanics. For the GOP, polls here are moving in the wrong direction.
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Rush Limbaugh: Do Democrats want uproar to continue?

Conservatives see 'media-generated histrionic' over vulgar comments Rush Limbaugh made about law school student Sandra Fluke. Liberals see a ripe opportunity to pin wings of GOP candidates to the wall.
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Has Rush Limbaugh finally gone too far?

Radio host Rush Limbaugh created a furor for labeling a woman a 'slut' after she testified in favor of mandatory employer health coverage of contraception – and that was just the beginning. He may have hurt the Republican cause this time.
Backchannels
Why an apology on Afghan Quran burning matters

Because it might save lives.
Stefan Karlsson
What Ron Paul gets right about economics

Ron Paul is onto something when he claims that the Federal Reserve's low interest policy has discourages savings and encouraged borrowing.
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Will Ron Paul win Maine caucuses after all? State GOP taking new tally.

The state GOP says a new vote total for the Maine caucuses that tackles all outstanding issues will be announced in March, though it has no bearing on the real prize for Ron Paul: delegates. 
What Rick Santorum needs to do to keep momentum

For Rick Santorum, now comes the hard part: raising enough money and building enough organization to compete effectively in the coming contests.
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Will Ron Paul be last rival standing to Mitt Romney? (+video)

If you sort through the Nevada caucus results, look at this week’s GOP events, and add in a few financial disclosure forms, you can produce a scenario where Ron Paul outlasts others.
Florida debate: Where's the love? Newt Gingrich hopes audience shows it. (+video)

Newt Gingrich, who is hoping to regain his momentum Thursday night, suggests the silent crowd at the first GOP Florida debate rattled him. Applause is allowed in Jacksonville, CNN says.
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Was Newt Gingrich really all that close to Ronald Reagan?

In GOP debates, Newt Gingrich has mentioned Ronald Reagan more than all the other candidates combined. A pro-Romney ad accuses the ex-speaker of exaggerating his relationship.
The Vote
SOPA and PIPA protest power: why Marco Rubio backed off piracy bill

Sen. Marco Rubio was one of the original co-sponsors of the Senate's anti-piracy bill, but he reversed course Wednesday amid a flurry of protests against PIPA and SOPA.
How Mitt Romney's GOP foes are doing Obama's work for him (+video)

The Mitt Romney campaign will leave New Hampshire with new battle scars. It pains some Republicans to see their candidates going after one of their own, but it may not help Obama either.
As Obama tweaks policy on illegal immigrants, will Latino voters swoon?

Obama moves to make it easier for some illegal immigrants to obtain legal status, dismantling hurdles set by congressional Republicans. The step is likely to shore up his support among Latino voters, but it could also polarize the country.
Rule and Ruin

When and why did the Republican Party tip so far to the right?
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Ron Paul: Rivals say he hates Republicans

Ron Paul’s rise has caught the party’s notice, and they’re not ignoring him any longer. Other front-runners have endured withering attacks this political season, and now it is the libertarian’s turn.
Newt Gingrich: Challenges ahead, but 'he's still dangerous'

Newt Gingrich is taking flak from his GOP rivals and some conservative commentators on things like Freddie Mac and his ideas about the federal judiciary. But as his fellow debaters have learned, he can be a well-armed and highly-confident opponent.
The final GOP debate before Iowa: what each candidate needs to do

It’s anybody’s guess who will win the Iowa caucuses. In Thursday’s debate, each candidate has a final chance to impress Iowa Republicans – and the rest of America.
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Herman Cain 'reassessment': What will his voters do if he drops out?

Though Herman Cain has denied the most recent allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior, the claim has prompted him to 'reassess' his campaign. If Cain drops out, where would his voters flock?
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Herman Cain: Is his political career kaput?

Herman Cain is not likely ever to stretch his legs in the Oval Office, except as part of a White House tour group. But that was the case even before Herman Cain became embroiled in allegations of an extramarital affair.
Mitt Romney as Regular Joe? Lessons from the Al Gore campaign

Democrats are going after Mitt Romney the same way that Republicans went after Al Gore, says a former Bush White House adviser. What can Mitt Romney learn from history?