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Immigration reform bill: Top 8 changes GOP senators want
More than 300 amendments were submitted for possible inclusion in a sweeping immigration reform package – at least 100 of them from two Republicans, Sens. Charles Grassley of Iowa and Jeff Sessions of Alabama. Here are eight notable changes GOP lawmakers want to see in bill, as the Senate Judiciary Committee takes up amendments between now and Memorial Day.
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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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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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Eight open US Senate seats in 2014
Here are eight senators who have opted out of a reelection bid in 2014, giving hopefuls in both parties a rare shot at a US Senate seat – and, moreover, one that could flip control of the Senate.
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14 Republicans who might run in 2016
The GOP has a history of nominating people who have run before, which could give heart to some familiar faces. But there’s also a crop of young rising stars who could steal the show.
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Jimmy Carter: Racism behind Joe Wilson outburst
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The Monitor's View: What Joe, Serena, and Kayne had to learn
The lawmaker, athlete, and rapper delivered low blows – and reminded America of the need for a higher, more civil discourse.
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How House has handled other Joe Wilson-like moments
House Democrats consider a resolution of disapproval for 'You lie!' outburst.
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The Monitor's View: What Joe, Serena, and Kanye had to learn
The lawmaker, athlete, and rapper delivered low blows – and reminded America of the need for a higher, more civil discourse.
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What can House do to Joe Wilson for 'you lie' outburst?
Democrats want to punish Wilson for a breach of congressional decorum. Their options range from verbal censure to expulsion.
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Wilson won't apologize to Congress. Why should he?
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Joe Wilson aftermath: Illegals get scrutiny in health reform
Current healthcare bills don’t explicitly mention how illegal immigrants would be treated under some important provisions.
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With Mike Duvall, fall of another ‘family values’ crusader
The California lawmaker caught on tape boasting about his trysts is the latest conservative to disappoint a movement built on upholding marriage and traditional moral values.
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Mark Sanford vows legal battle against impeachment
But lawmakers – including most fellow Republicans – are ready to give the scandal-tainted South Carolina governor the boot if he doesn't resign.
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Was Joe Wilson right? Facts on illegals and healthcare.
The Republican lawmaker from South Carolina shouted 'You lie!' after Obama said in his speech to Congress that illegal immigrants wouldn't be covered.
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Is Mark Sanford about to leave? Stay tuned.
Fellow Republicans – including the lieutenant governor, the House speaker, and most lawmakers – have called for his resignation. He'll speak later Thursday.
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Obama health speech: Enough to push reform through?
The president at last laid out his own plan Wednesday night, leaving room for compromise. But high marks for delivery are no guarantee legislation will clear Congress.
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Obama tries to build momentum on healthcare reform
He points to new poverty rates indicating that the number of Americans without health insurance is growing.
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Joe Wilson outburst a windfall for SC Dem Rob Miller
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Sanford rebuffs SC speaker's call to resign
Sanford went on the radio Tuesday to defend himself as part of an image-rebuilding tour. House Speaker Bobby Harrell had called for his resignation earlier in the day.
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After Sanford, more seamy accusations in South Carolina
Next year’s gubernatorial election seems likely to focus not on the economy or unemployment, but on candidates’ relationships.
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California Assembly passes diluted prison reform bill
Lawmakers stripped out crucial reforms such as a proposal for an independent panel to review tough sentencing guidelines.
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Swine flu roundup: How are US schools, states preparing?
The measures include everything from vaccinations to forced quarantines to marketing campaigns with Elmo.
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Eliot Spitzer: The comeback kid?
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Kennedy and Obama’s bond: recent but strong
The president on Saturday will eulogize the man who gave him a crucial endorsement during the 2008 campaign.
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Impeachment in S.C.? State GOP may decide this weekend.
Gov. Mark Sanford's political future is expected to be the main talking point at a meeting of Republican legislative leaders in Myrtle Beach.
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Defiant Sanford refuses to resign, S.C. politics 'paralyzed'
The focus now shifts to a meeting of state House leaders this weekend. Top of the agenda: Should the legislature start impeachment proceedings against the governor?
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Bauer to Sanford: Time to hit the road, Mr. Governor.
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Out of work? This week's top 10 job offers.
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