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IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal
The Internal Revenue Service is under the microscope now, as revelations have emerged that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
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10 most controversial authors (in recent memory)
These writers have all sold plenty of books – and taken quite a lot of flak.
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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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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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GOP convention: Who is the mystery speaker Thursday night?
There’s an enticing blank on the Republican convention speakers’ schedule for Thursday night. Speculation is fierce among the vast press corps as to who (or what) it might be. Here is our list.
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Opinion: What YouTube's 'Charlie bit my finger' tells us about Web 2.0
Our hunger to create, share, and talk is fueling a media revolution.
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Obama inches ahead in tight race
The economy, plus questions among some conservatives about Sarah Palin, appear to be helping the Democrats.
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Palin to Biden: Bring it on!
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Obama inches ahead in tight race
The economy, plus questions among some conservatives about Sarah Palin, appear to be helping the Democrats.
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Obama: Big winner in debate says new poll
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The debate's Kissinger flap: Who was right?
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Can Sarah Palin survive in the age of YouTube?
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McCain, Palin, Letterman and SNL - what a week
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McCain-Obama debate: a game-changing face-off?
Some presidential debates tip elections. This could be one of them.
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Sarah Palin - still not ready for prime time
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Horizon highlights - Space elevators, smiling for Google Earth, and when science meets politics
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John McCain's September surprise
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McCain cancels Letterman. Letterman rips McCain
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Ahmadinejad to dinner? Furor ensues over religious groups' event.
The Iranian leader's appearance at an interfaith iftar meal, expected Thursday, divides the faith community.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about charisma vs. competency, and what Washington should do in response to the crisis on Wall Street
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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.
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Did John McCain throw the ultimate Hail-Mary?
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about Washington's role in regulating the financial sector, why cadets enlist in the military, anticipatory self-defense, and sexual harassment.
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Joe Biden's harrowing helicopter ride
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Why won't Sarah Palin talk to the press?
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USA
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New polls show Obama and McCain tied everywhere (almost)
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McCain aide blows gasket, rips New York Times
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Women voters could be key to presidential race
But for most, economic issues are more important than candidates' gender.
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The debates: high stakes, sound bites and zingers
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