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'Stop and frisk': 7 questions about New York's controversial policing tactic
A federal class-action lawsuit regarding the New York Police Department’s stop-and-frisk program has raised questions about the controversial practice made legal under a 1968 US Supreme Court ruling. But what is it, and does it work?
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20 most obscure team nicknames in pro sports
Most pro team nicknames make sense at some level. But there are a fair number of head-scratching nicknames. Here are 20 with explanations on their selection:
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5 reasons graphic novels are the next big thing at your library
The book format is everywhere, from ESL classrooms to Ivy League libraries.
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March Madness 2013: wilder than usual?
A 75th anniversary, by definition, should be something special. That's what college basketball fans are expecting as the National Collegiate Athletic Association's men's tournament (aka 'March Madness') shifts into high gear this week.
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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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Battles rage over new voters
Legal disputes loom as the political parties spar over voter lists, new registrations.
10/07/2008 01:00 am -
McCain and Obama campaigns go negative in home stretch
With a month to Election Day, the presidential candidates go after unsavory connections in each other’s past.
10/06/2008 01:00 am -
Toys 'Я' (for) us grown-ups!
Sales of toys are down – except to adults, who love to collect the toys that were popular when they were younger.
10/06/2008 01:00 am -
Palin rebounds in debate – but is it too late?
Her better-than-expected performance Thursday probably won’t do much for a weakened McCain campaign.
10/03/2008 01:00 am -
The Monitor's View Ballot-box gamble
Since 2004, voters have said 'no' to casino expansion. Now it's time to roll back legalized gambling.
10/03/2008 01:00 am -
Over the hedge: From milk can to masterpiece
A retired dairy farmer was astonished to see a tool of his trade for sale in an antique shop.
10/03/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion Obama and American anti-elitism
Anti-elitism is ingrained in us, but we shouldn't misuse that.
10/01/2008 01:00 am -
The Vote After wild September, who knows what McCain will try next?
09/30/2008 01:00 am -
The Vote Palin to Biden: Bring it on!
09/29/2008 01:00 am -
Is credit crisis truly so dire, lawmakers ask
Many in Congress, citing secrecy surrounding bailout talks, seek outside counsel.
09/29/2008 01:00 am -
The Given Day
Dennis Lehane's ambitious new novel evokes a dark chapter of US history.
09/29/2008 01:00 am -
Pulpit politics: Pastors to defy IRS
Some plan to endorse a candidate Sunday, challenging federal rules that limit partisan activity by tax-exempt groups.
09/26/2008 01:00 am -
Candidates now focus on financial crisis
Obama and McCain hope to jump-start the economy, but their plans clearly differ.
09/25/2008 01:00 am -
Congress is wary of the push to bail out Wall Street
Lawmakers are watching the stock market as an indicator of whether to buy Bush's plan.
09/25/2008 01:00 am -
Monitor Breakfast McCain political director: ground game taking off
Though McCain’s ground effort started late, old Bush hand Mike DuHaime says it can catch up with Obama’s.
09/24/2008 01:00 am -
Congress to Wall Street: 'Curb excessive pay and perks'
Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson warns of measures that could slow the bailout bill, but says, "I share your frustrations" on executive pay.
09/24/2008 01:00 am -
Bright Green House passes Great Lakes Compact
The House of Representatives Tuesday voted to ban almost any diversion of water from the Great Lakes Basin, one of the world's largest sources of fresh water, to places outside the region.
09/23/2008 01:00 am -
The Vote New polls show Obama and McCain tied everywhere (almost)
09/22/2008 01:00 am -
Schools: Obama stresses more investment, McCain parental choice
A growing chorus of business and education-reform advocates are hoping the next president will create a ‘Sputnik moment’ for education.
09/21/2008 01:00 am -
The Vote The debates: high stakes, sound bites and zingers
09/21/2008 01:00 am -
Churchgoing Catholics returning to GOP fold
Gov. Sarah Palin has outsized impact on an important bloc in key battleground states.
09/18/2008 01:00 am -
Bright Green Palin says she would helm energy policy as VP
At a rally in Vienna, Ohio, Tuesday, Alaska governor and Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin said that, if elected, she would lead the nation's energy efforts.
09/18/2008 01:00 am -
Video games start to shape classroom curriculum
While more educators adopt games as a learning tool, one public school designs a brand new teaching philosophy.
09/18/2008 01:00 am -
The Vote Obama, McCain campaigns blast each other over economy
09/17/2008 01:00 am -
Bright Green What's in the House offshore-drilling bill?
The House of Representatives approved a bill Tuesday night that would relax the federal ban on offshore drilling and try to expand renewable energy. Here's a breakdown.
09/17/2008 01:00 am
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