Topic: U.S. House of Representatives
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Four curious outcomes if the Electoral College ends in a tie
Here are four ways that a 269-to-269 tie in the Electoral College could play out in the 2012 presidential election.
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Election 2012: top seven super PACs
Decoder profiles the seven top super PACs, the organizations that have spent the most trying to influence the elections – and still have the most money in the bank.
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Drone warfare: top 3 reasons it could be dangerous for US
Is the Central Intelligence Agency’s drone warfare campaign – secretly ordered targeted killings in countries like Pakistan, Yemen, and Somalia – making America safer? Here are the top three dangers of drone warfare to America, according to new studies.
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The Paul Ryan budget: 5 go-to sources for understanding it
Looking for in-depth analysis of the Paul Ryan budget plan? D.C. Decoder has compiled a list of excellent sources to help you sort out truth from fiction.
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The Paul Ryan budget: your guide to what's in it
Rep. Paul Ryan, Mitt Romney's running mate, is best known for drawing up a series of spending-and-tax plans meant to challenge the Obama administration's policies from the right. But it's been some time since his latest budget, which Mr. Ryan terms a "path to prosperity," was released. Here's a primer on what's in it.
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Self-funded candidate rule brings campaign finance to court
A part of the McCain-Feingold reform law is being contested on behalf of wealthy candidates running for Congress.
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Chinese vent anti-Western fury online
Bloggers are now calling for boycotts and stoking death threats over perceived insults from Westerners who have criticized China's human rights record ahead of this summer's Olympic Games.
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What would Delta-Northwest merger cost flying public?
The deal could lead to further airline consolidations.
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More waters off California may be off limits to oil drilling
Congress is poised to expand two marine sanctuaries along the state's wild north coast.
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More waters off California may be off limits to oil drilling
Congress is poised to expand two marine sanctuaries along the state's wild north coast.
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FAA adjusts safety regime, but some say not enough
The agency cites new 'improvements' to safety record, airline oversight. Critics say its industry ties remain too tight.
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Back from Iraq, veteran finds charity work, maybe politics
Former Army Capt. Jon Powers launched War Kids Relief to help Baghdad's orphans.
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The Monitor's View: Don't fold on Internet gambling ban
A 2006 US law has cut Web-based betting. If anything, the law needs to be toughened.
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Dalai Lama must balance politics, spiritual role
The Tibetan leader in exile must balance his stature as a monk with the very temporal demands of politics.
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Political clash sinks Massachusetts casino-gambling plan
House vote seen as big defeat for freshman Governor Patrick.
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Opinion: Liberalism is gone – don't let tolerance pass with it
It may be a lifeless ideology, but even conservatives enjoy better lives because of the programs it spawned.
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As Southwest grounds planes, calls rise for FAA overhaul
Critics say that FAA inspectors cut airlines too much slack.
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Opinion: A test of ethics for Congress
The House won't police itself. That's why it needs an independent panel to investigate claims of wrongdoing.
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Congressional incumbents on shaky ground in '08
Activists target lawmakers in Congress who cooperated with the opposition party.
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A less gloomy view of GOP House prospects
Rep. Tom Cole, head of the National Republican Congressional Committee, says voters in districts with open GOP seats will still vote Republican. But he acknowledges challenges for the November election.
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Huge meat recall prods further reforms
From fast-food chains to Congress, moves are afoot to reduce animal suffering and ensure food safety
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House set to let warrantless eavesdropping law lapse
President lobbied hard Thursday for renewal of Protect America Act, which expires Feb. 16.
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USA
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Fed's tough call: how far to cut interest rates
A week ago, analysts expected a 0.5 percentage point trim. Now they're not so sure.
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Why red states should turn green
Newt Gingrich argues that conservatives have erred in conceding environmental concerns to the Democrats.
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The view from the House majority leader
Rep. Steny Hoyer has strong criticism for the Iraq war and sees potential political fallout from economic turbulence.
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A second income on Second Life
Entrepreneurs sell virtual products in the online world – but the money they make is very real.
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