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Where do things stand at Guantánamo? Six basic questions answered.
President Obama this week pledged to “reengage” with Congress to find a way to close the terror detention camp at the Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, naval base. The renewed focus comes as 100 of the 166 detainees are reported to be engaged in a hunger strike. Here is a brief look at where things stand now.
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5 steps to bipartisan cuts in Medicare – and the deficit
Medicare is the single greatest contributor to long-term deficits. If Democrats and Republicans cooperate on waste-cutting ideas – many of which are backed by President Obama – both parties stand to gain. Here are five ways Congress should act.
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After the 'sequester,' now what?
$85 billion in across-the-board cuts to defense and social programs took effect March 1. The cuts must occur this fiscal year, which ends Sept. 30. Here's how things look.
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Four reasons Republicans are embracing the 'sequester'
Republicans, it is clear, are conflicted on the "sequester." How did they come to embrace it? Here are four reasons.
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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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New Hampshire's humbling lessons
Candidates as well as media must learn that voters often have different ideas on what they expect.
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For Clinton and McCain, a New Hampshire revival
Results in the Granite State mean frontrunners in both parties will continue to duke it out for the nomination.
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Four New Hampshire independents, four reasons they voted Democratic
A majority of independent voters in Tuesday's presidential primary chose one of the Democratic candidates. Those who voted on the GOP side helped boost McCain to victory.
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Watchdog FEC sidelined as elections roll
The Federal Election Commission has vacancies in four of six seats and it hasn't acted on a new ethics law.
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Supreme Court case: Should you be able to vote without a photo ID?
Arguments over Indiana's voter-identification law, the most stringent in the US, will be heard Wednesday.
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New Hampshire turning 'blue'
Most independents say they'll vote Democratic.
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Stakes high for New Hampshire primary
The Democratic contest is more likely to be decisive.
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Voters a step ahead of Bloomberg
New York's mayor wants a bipartisan president, but voters are already pushing in this direction.
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As economy lags, what levers to pull?
Pressure is mounting for the US government to act soon to prevent a recession.
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Iowans pick Huckabee and Obama, endorsing change
Caucus results shake up the race for the White House in both parties.
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Fair tax? Flat tax? Candidates tout novel plans.
Two want to abolish the income tax – and the IRS. Others say they'd renew the Bush tax cuts.
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New Year's fun with Janus words
A two-faced Roman god gave his name to a group of words that are their own antonyms.
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In U.S., Al Gore has more company on climate change now
As the climate debate shifts away from the blame game, there's a growing interest in climate-action strategy.
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With Iowa and New Hampshire races close, a hustle for turnout
Most polls show a very close race among the top candidates in both parties, so the outcome hinges on which campaigns are best at turning out their supporters.
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During winter recess, Democrats keep Congress in session to thwart Bush
The tactic is a result of a 'press for presidential power,' some analysts say. But it's too early to tell whether the use of pro forma sessions will mean no more recess appointments by the president.
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Global elections watch: All eyes on U.S. race
Who would foreigners like to see at the helm of the world's superpower – a Republican or Democrat?
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As his lead slips, Romney targets McCain and Huckabee
Polls released Sunday show Romney in dead heats in both Iowa and New Hampshire.
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Ron Paul: an absolute faith in free markets and less government
The 10-term congressman from Texas has been a strict constitutionalist since he came into public life some 30 years ago.
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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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Zogby: Iowans, New Hampshirites angry but less focused on Iraq
Veteran pollster finds Huckabee and Romney neck and neck in Iowa, while Clinton's lead shrinks in the Granite State.
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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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Margaret Spellings: 'No Child Left Behind' faces political head winds
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After much anticipation, Rep. Tom Davis won't seek U.S. Senate seat in Virginia
The spate of Republican retirements will make it difficult for his party to take control of Congress in 2008, he said at a Monitor breakfast Thursday.
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Women's crossover votes for Clinton will surprise GOP
Clinton strategist Mark Penn says swing voters hold the key to '08 success.
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Giuliani's popularity in '08 race alarms religious conservative leaders
Tony Perkins, of the Family Research Council, and Gary Bauer, of American Values, were guests at a Monitor breakfast Wednesday.
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