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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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Tax day 2011: Four ways to protect your tax returns from data thieves
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FTC to bloggers: Disclose the source of that cash
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Could a new Netflix contest put private customer data at risk?
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How we're losing our privacy online
From personal photos circulated inadvertently on Facebook to ‘Web bugs’ that monitor our buying habits, the Internet is exposing the private us to the public more than any technology in history. Here’s why you should care – and how to avoid it.
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Difference Maker People making a difference: Dara O'Rourke
This consumer advocate teams up with analysts and rates products to make shoppers smarter.
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State govs saying 'No thanks' to mystery laptops
Officials in West Virginia, Vermont, Wyoming and Washington state have reported receiving between three and five laptops, each over the course of two separate deliveries — but none had ordered any of them.
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Facebook faces (another) challenge over users' privacy
Five Facebook users this week sued the social networking giant, alleging it improperly used their private information or intellectual property.
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Behind Google's move, a growing rivalry with Apple
Google CEO Eric Schmidt resigned from Apple's board Monday, reflecting increased competition between the two companies as Google expands beyond search.
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Concerns remain after Google-Apple board resignation
Google CEO leaves Apple board to avoid conflicts.
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What's behind cyber attacks on South Korea, US?
North Korea is blamed, but what's Kim Jong-il's strategy?
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FTC to patrol bloggers who receive gifts from companies
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Debt-collection tactics under scrutiny
At issue: Coercing debtors into waiving rights they don't know they have.
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Gov't slams door on 'rogue' Internet provider, alleging criminal activity
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The Top 10 green living myths
Is your lifestyle as ecofriendly as you think it is?
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Horizon highlights – Higher standards edition
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How Obama could prevent firms from becoming 'too big to fail'
Greater enforcement of antitrust laws needed to address deals by investment banking 'Geishas.'
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Financial Q&A: Credit cards used to build a house lead to big financial trouble
Submit your questions to Steve at: money@csmonitor.com
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About Facebook's about-face
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Supreme Court rules smokers can sue over 'light' cigarette claims
The decision will make it easier for local residents to recover damages from national firms, consumer groups say.
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New ads: battle of the brands
More companies go negative to grab consumers. Why it might backfire.
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Supreme Court to decide if Maine smokers can sue
The case, to be heard Monday, will determine if the smokers' suit alleging fraudulent ads about 'low tar' cigarettes can go to trial.
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Racy movie trailers are on the rise
'Red band' previews for R-rated films are proliferating, especially on the Internet.
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Racy movie trailers are on the rise
‘Red band’ previews for R-rated films are proliferating, especially on the Internet.
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For consumers, more incentives to go green
Buy a computer, help plant a tree. Do such offers live up to their promise?
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Before you buy those organic bluejeans...
Which is most ecofriendly, organic cotton or polyester? The answer may surprise you.
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