Topic: U.S. Secret Service
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4 truly American novels
These books center on residents of the USA in different eras all trying to find success.
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'The Raven': 5 other movies that turned well-known figures into action heroes
As Edgar Allan Poe hunts a murderer in 'The Raven,' here are 5 other movies that took well-known historical and literary figures and made them action stars
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Bestselling books the week of 4/19/12, according to IndieBound*
What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
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'Mrs. Kennedy and Me': A Secret Service agent shares his memories
Secret Service agent Clint Hill shares 8 memories of his time with Jacqueline Kennedy in his new book, 'Mrs. Kennedy and Me.'
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Ali Wentworth: 8 stories from an inside-the-Beltway childhood
From her new memoir 'Ali in Wonderland,' the actress and comedian shares memories of her Washington D.C. upbringing and later life as a wife and mother.
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Video games and shooting: Is the NRA right?
The NRA says the problem with mass shootings like the recent one at the Sandy Hook grade school in Connecticut is not too many unregulated guns but violent video games. But most academic and government research does not support the gun lobby's charge.
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NRA press conference: Put armed guards in schools (+video)
At a rare NRA press conference, the group's leaders implored the nation to protect schoolchildren with armed guards. The NRA also blamed media for misreporting on guns and promoting violence.
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Romney heckler arrested after interfering with motorcade
Secret Service spokesman Max Milien said the man, who was not identified, was standing near a security entrance to the White House and got in the motorcade's way.
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Cover Story
Five reasons America won't fall off the 'fiscal cliff'The political and economic ramifications are too big for Washington to let the large tax increases and spending cuts take effect. But this doesn't necessarily mean lawmakers will craft a decisive solution to the nation's fiscal woes.
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Death threats against Obama: Did Florida cop 'fan flames'?
Many offhand death threats against President Obama, including several by US police, are leading to public scrutiny and concern – even if they are not leading to legal action.
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Modern Parenthood
Thanksgiving turkey pardon: When one mom told Bush to pardon a pigThanksgiving turkey was not the authentic original dinner. And when a mom debunked the idea, she came literally head to head with President Bush trying to set the record straight and get a pig pardoned instead of a turkey.
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The Vote
Want to be Obama's neighbor? You can for $899,000 (and a security check).A vacant lot next to President Obama’s home in Chicago hit the market this week. But to get a showing of the lot, prospective buyers must submit information to the Secret Service.
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Paul Ryan and his modern family on the campaign trail
Paul Ryan and his modern family were on the campaign trail together last weekend. Mr. Ryan's three kids, all under age 10, are adjusting to the national spotlight as their dad campaigns for vice president.
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Chapter & Verse
A thriller by Spiro Agnew? Strange but trueSpiro Agnew's thriller 'The Canfield Decision' is less than a literary masterpiece.
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Ahmadinejad: Iran 'could have behaved better,' IAEA has 'double standards'
At a dinner last night, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Iran was open to concessions on its nuclear program, though he decried the IAEA's lack of oversight of Israel's nuclear facilities.
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Ann Romney praises Mitt: The 'man America needs' (+video)
At the Republican National Convention on Tuesday in what she called 'the biggest speech' of her life, Mrs. Romney told voters 'you can trust Mitt.' Her husband, Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney, will speak at the convention on Thursday.
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Tropical Storm Isaac could shake up GOP convention security
More than 3,500 officers from 59 law enforcement agencies from around the state are scheduled to come to Tampa to patrol the streets.
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What if US rockers were convicted of ‘hooliganism’ like Russia’s Pussy Riot?
Bands from 'Rage Against the Machine' to the 'Dixie Chicks' have harshly criticized political leaders in the US. Like Russia's 'Pussy Riot,' shouldn't they be charged with hooliganism?
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Decoder Wire
Michelle Obama on Leno show: Why did she tease an Olympian? (+video)Michelle Obama, who was a guest on Jay Leno's 'Tonight Show' Monday, recounted her trip to London for the Olympics and shared giggles with an Olympian. It was part entertainment, part campaign stop for the first lady.
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How Obama's visit showed Oakland radios' unreliability
The Oakland Police Officers Association says the city's cops have no faith in their year-old radio system. The radios' faults were clearly demonstrated during President Barack Obama's visit earlier this week.
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Michelle Obama death threat by D.C. cop under investigation (+video)
Michelle Obama death threat? A Washington D.C. motorcycle cop said he would shoot the first lady, the Washington Post reported. But some officials say it was a 'joke.'
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Koch Brothers: N. Y. fundraiser for Mitt Romney draws protestors
Mitt Romney raise $3 million Sunday at three events, including one at the Southampton home of David Koch, one of the billionaire Koch brothers, who have come to dominate conservative fundraising.
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Decoder Wire
It's Malia Obama's birthday! Where's the party?Today the eldest First Daughter turns 14. But it's not easy sharing a birthday with the United States.
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4 truly American novels
These books center on residents of the USA in different eras all trying to find success.
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The Vote
'Robin Hood tax': What is it and why does Occupy want it?As Jamie Dimon testifies before Congress (again), Occupy protesters don pointy hats to promote the 'Robin Hood tax' on stock and bond transactions – an idea Washington opposes.
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Supreme Court sides with Secret Service agents in free-speech case
A Colorado man said Secret Service agents arrested him in retaliation for his political comments about former Vice President Dick Cheney. The Supreme Court said the agents had probable cause.
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Culture Cafe
'Iron Man 3' villain: Is it the Mandarin?'Iron Man 3' villain rumors swirl, with some saying actor Ben Kingsley is portraying the Mandarin.
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Protesters in Chicago call for 'Robin Hood' tax
Nurses and thousands of other marchers demand a 'Robin Hood' tax on financial transactions. More protests are expected ahead of a NATO summit in Chicago.
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Decoder Wire
Ted Nugent is back! Does Mitt Romney wish he'd zip it? (+video)Ted Nugent returned to the limelight Friday, insisting on a CBS show that he's a moderate, Romney-backing, 'nice guy' who takes children with serious illnesses on fishing trips. Somehow, though, his demeanor probably isn't reassuring to independent women voters.
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Decoder Wire
Jimmy Kimmel wows Washington's 'Nerd Prom.' What's he get paid for that? (+video)A little sleuthing of public documents from past White House Correpondents' Dinners suggests the night's entertainment, Jimmy Kimmel, netted in the vicinity of $50k for his comedic services.
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