Topic: Social Security
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Five ways to improve Obama's pre-k plan
President Obama’s Preschool for All plan is well intentioned but includes features that are not justified by research and won’t help it pass in Congress. The plan must make the following five adjustments.
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5 myths about amnesty for illegal immigrants in Senate bill
Under a bipartisan Senate immigration bill, immigrants who have come to the United States illegally are given a "path to citizenship." On close inspection, each of the following five claims about the requirements for illegal immigrants to earn amnesty are not what they seem.
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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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Eight steps to getting the right insurance
Comparing insurance policies is tough. However, by following these eight steps, you can simplify the process and find the right insurance policy for you.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about peace between Israelis and Palestinians, how leadership builds the public's trust in government, and single-issue voters.
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How Obama's tax plans would 'spread the wealth around'
Expect income and estate taxes to be raised on the most wealthy, not "Joe the Plumber."
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The new voter: A Southern black man stands to be counted
Amos ‘Duke’ Griffin Sr. knows racial violence, disaffection, and homelessness. Now, on his path to a more stable life, he elects to vote for the first time.
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The Monitor's View: Restore trust in voter rolls
Charges of fraud and suppression undermine confidence in voter registration.
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Lettters to the Editor
Readers write about making retirement secure and why those who make more money should pay higher income taxes.
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Fallout of stock market's plunge: retirement woes
A fifth of workers over age 45 have quit adding to their 401(k)s.
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The Monitor's View: Obama, McCain, and that darned deficit
Do what it takes to avoid a deep recession, then deal with the deficit pileup: the national debt.
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US stares at a $1 trillion deficit. How bad is that?
The number ballooned amid the banking bailout. Tax hikes may lie ahead.
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Asia trumping US on science R&D
Federal funding for research has been falling in real terms. Is the nation's economic edge at stake?
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Asia trumping US on science R&D
Federal funding for research has been falling in real terms. Is the nation’s economic edge at stake?
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Battles rage over new voters
Legal disputes loom as the political parties spar over voter lists, new registrations.
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The debates: high stakes, sound bites and zingers
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Financial Q&A: Reverse mortgages can work for many still paying off their homes
Submit your question to Steve Dinnen at: money@csmonitor.com
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The Monitor's View: Defanging Fannie and Freddie
These private-public hybrids must not be allowed to lobby Congress for unfair perks.
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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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Biden: Ready to rumble (with love)
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Opinion: A new social contract for America
The American Dream can't thrive on World War II-era policies.
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Palin (and news of pregnant daughter) steals GOP convention spotlight
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Romney's got McCain's back in Denver
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Weigh benefits carefully in today's job market
Flextime, healthcare, and retirement perks may be a bigger plus than a pay raise.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about credit cards, Social Security, and the decline of printed news.
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The Wrecking Crew
Thomas Frank takes on the capitol and a legacy of government as business.
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Financial Q&A: Investing an inheritance on the brink of retirement
Submit your question to Steve Dinnen at: money@csmonitor.com
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Obama, McCain differ on abortion rights



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