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Roe v. Wade at 40: Six questions about abortion rights
On Tuesday, the United States marks the 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the historic US Supreme Court decision that granted women the right to an abortion. Here is a look at the state of abortion rights in America today.
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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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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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25 banned books that may surprise you
The following books may seem harmless to most readers, but they all made it onto banned books lists at one time or another.
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From Willie Horton to windsurfing: Five top political attack ads
Political attacks ads: love 'em or hate 'em, but they’re here to stay, and this election year stands to be a watershed moment in their use. Here's a look at what are considered to be some of the most memorable and effective attack ads utilized over the years.
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Ballot measures 101: Will they boost voter turnout in Election 2010?
So far in Election 2010, voters in 35 states will confront 149 citizen-backed initiatives and referendums. Evidence is mixed on how ballot measures affect voter turnout.
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Five Senate races to watch
The political turmoil of 2010 has led to a number of close Senate races, with control of the upper chamber possibly in the balance. Here are five of the closest, most interesting, hardest-fought Senate races of this election cycle.
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Credit card debt drops, lowest in eight year as cardholders pay off balances
Credit card debt for bank-issued credit cards — like those with a MasterCard or Visa logo — fell to $4,951 on average in the three months ended June 30, down more than 13 percent from $5,719 in the same period a year ago, according to TransUnion.
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Egg recall: Supplier reported to have history of health, safety violations
Two farms that recalled 450 million potentially-tainted eggs have links to an Iowa businessman reported to have been cited for 'numerous health, safety, and employment violations.'
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Egg recall brands: Add these five to egg recall list
Egg recall brands now include Hillandale Farms, Sunny Farms, Sunny Meadow, Wholesome Farms, and West Creek.
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Is migration necessary for recovery?
Migration away from economically depressed regions during recession leads to adjustment in the labor market so that wages after the shock return to what they were before the shock. That hasn't happened this time around.
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Presidential election jockeying already beginning
All eyes are focused on the upcoming midterms, but some Republicans have already turned their eyes to the 2012 presidential election. Four big names dominate the speculation, but there are some underdogs.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 07/30
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Republican skepticism challenges US-Russia treaty on nuclear weapons
President Obama is facing Republican opposition and midterm elections in his push to have the US-Russia Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty ratified before year's end.
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Road-trip glimpses of America's true worth
Despite persistent joblessness and taxing wars overseas, a summer road trip shows that the American spirit is alive and well.
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Tornadoes in Wisconsin, Montana spur early warning system
The VORTEX-2 tornado research project completed last week aims to increase warning times and reduce false alarms.
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Top Picks: Ellen DeGeneres, Eric Clapton, PBS documentary on William Kunstler, and more recommendations
Ellen DeGeneres' new cable comedy special, Eric Clapton at the Crossroads Guitar Festival in Chicago, lawyer William Kunstler as the subject of a PBS documentary, and more top picks.
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Sharron Angle too 'radical' for Nevada GOP strategist
Sharron Angle is said to be too radical for a Nevada GOP strategist who has organized a 'Republicans for Reid' campaign in support of incumbent Democratic Senator Harry Reid.
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In Nevada US Senate race, it'll be Harry Reid vs. Sharron Angle
Tea Party favorite Sharron Angle won the GOP primary Tuesday in Nevada's US Senate race. She'll face Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid in the fall.
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How Race to the Top is recasting education reform in America
States are submitting their applications for Round 2 of the Obama administration's $4.3 billion Race to the Top program. States are undertaking major education reform to qualify.
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Want real financial reform for Wall Street? Do this.
Senator Lincoln wants to stop big banks' risky derivative trades from being subsidized by taxpayers. Here's how to keep her measure in the financial reform bill.
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Top Picks: Bobby McFerrin, 'Glee,' 'Invictus,' and more recommendations
Bobby's McFerrin's latest album 'VOCAbuLarieS,' TV hit 'Glee' on tour, 'Invictus' with Morgan Freeman out on DVD, and more top picks.
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Looking for answers: Five of the best in current commentary
Today's topics: British election, Philippines, Dakotas, Post Office, Pakistan
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Gallery: Babies in politics
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 04/19
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Tax day 101: Are some states driving people out with high state taxes?
Seven of eight states with the biggest population outflows have high state taxes.
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Grasshopper invasion: just what Western states don't want
The grasshopper is expected to swarm Western states this summer in record numbers, gobbling up grasslands and costing ranchers millions of dollars.
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Storm damage 2010: States ring up the cost
Federal help for winter storm damage is on the way to 35 areas in the US. Recovery hits state and local budgets hard.
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Attorneys general in 14 states sue to block healthcare reform law
A lawsuit filed Tuesday in Florida includes 13 states and charges that the new healthcare reform law in unconstitutional. Virginia's attorney general filed a separate lawsuit.
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Attorneys general in 11 states poised to challenge healthcare bill
As soon as President Obama signs the healthcare bill into law, the attorneys general say they will challenge its constitutionality. The mandate to buy insurance is at the center of the controversy.
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