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6 ways to make tax reform happen
Here are six ideas that can guide Congress to a tax reform-deal that both parties should be able to live with – a deal that will raise necessary revenue and help pay down the debt.
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Debt-ceiling showdown: 4 reasons it's not a replay of 2011
In 2011, Congress and President Obama went to the brink of government default when congressional Republicans balked at raising the nation's debt ceiling. The spring of 2013 appears to have another debt ceiling fight in store. Here are the top four things that have changed.
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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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15 best books of 2012 – nonfiction
Here are the Monitor's picks for the 15 best nonfiction books of 2012.
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Voter turnout: the 6 states that rank highest, and why
Which state will have the highest voter turnout on Nov. 6?On average, about half (51.6 percent) of eligible US voters cast ballots, but six states averaged more than 60 percent. The policies and attitudes in these states may hold lessons for those trying to get out the vote around the country.
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Snazzy holiday drinks, alcohol free
Dazzle your guests with a beverage that has a different kind of twist.
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Report finds endangered species decisions tainted by politics
A high-ranking Bush administration appointee in the Interior Department improperly interfered with nearly every decision on the protection of endangered species over five years, a report by the agency's inspector general has found.
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USA
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California jumps to front of global-warming fight
Its new emissions plan aims to cut each Californian's carbon 'footprint' from 14 tons to 10 tons a year by 2020.
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A new script for family drama
After a trip to the theater, she searched for a more accurate portrayal of family life.
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Opinion: The debt we owe Iraqi interpreters
After the foolish mask ban, more protection is a must.
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Review: 'Wendy and Lucy'
Almost documentarylike, film superbly captures the low-key despair of the vagrant's life in these hard-pressed times.
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Is US now stuck with irrational pessimism?
In some ways, today's swoon looks like the flip side of 1996's 'exuberance.'
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US Supreme Court takes up tobacco case for third time
The case involves an ongoing tug of war between the high court and the highest court in Oregon.
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Is lobster the new turkey for Thanksgiving?
Cornish hens and Tofurkey also vie as holiday dishes.
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The yearly mashed potato complaint
Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes? He can't believe it.
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Capitol Hill feels Obama’s hand
The president-elect’s influence is altering both policy directions and the partisan tone in Congress.
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Where should bailout dollars go?
Demand for aid is rising but federal funds are limited.
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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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More Mail Bag matches
Readers write about the pen pals they found through the Monitor's old Mail Bag column.
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In Congress, a party sweep for Democrats
But they fall short of the 60 Senate seats needed to overcome filibusters and end gridlock.
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Are automakers also too big to fail?
A sharp drop in demand is driving the industry to pursue a bailout.
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Preventing weeds beneath the bird feeder
Bird feed contributes to the spread of aggressive weeds.
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After conviction, Sen. Stevens faces his biggest political fight
The Alaska Republican faces an uphill battle to win a seventh full term.
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GOP warns of one-party power
Republicans hope to head off a filibuster-proof Senate controlled by Democrats.
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Americans tightening belts
More consumers are trimming spending and debt because their net worth has fallen fast.
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Chrysanthemum displays - not just for the front yard
Fall chrysanthemum shows around the US.
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