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Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes
Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.
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IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal
How the tables have turned: The Internal Revenue Service is the one under the microscope now, as revelations emerged Friday that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
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3 priorities for Pakistan's new government
After 14 years, Nawaz Sharif is back at the helm in Pakistan. The nuclear-armed country faces a welter of problems, from terrorism to tensions with Afghanistan, India, and the United States. To move Pakistan forward, Mr. Sharif must focus on three priorities.
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Chechnya: How a remote Russian republic became linked with terrorism
The main suspects in the Boston Marathon bombing are two brothers from Chechnya, a Russian republic that has been the scene of cyclical revolts and brutal crackdowns for the past 200 years.
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4 ways US can boost cyber security
The US needs a proactive cyber foreign policy that goes beyond naming and shaming. Here are four steps the US can take to bolster its diplomatic efforts to address cybersecurity threats.
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Sarah Palin: Barracuda or Bambi?
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The Monitor's View: States lead on scrubbing carbon
Their efforts may be timid, but they show enterprise compared to Washington.
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Financial crisis shakes up presidential campaign
Barack Obama has the edge on economic issues, but volatile markets could change that.
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Postpone Thursday's debate because of moderator? Not yet...
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Couric strikes again - asks Palin impossible question
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Military sees window to adjust Afghanistan plan
Reviews under way, to be ready for the next president, are intended to accelerate a new strategy.
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My favorite cookbook
Readers share their picks.
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Ecuador votes to lock in its shift to the left
Ecuadoreans easily approved a new socialist-leaning charter Sunday.
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Doubts about Palin grow, even among conservatives
Some rough TV interviews have prompted some to ask if McCain’s running mate is ready.
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After wild September, who knows what McCain will try next?
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Opinion: The real solution to the financial crisis: recession
Stubborn efforts to avoid it have stoked the crisis.
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Could bailout's pay caps launch Wall Street trend?
Some see the beginning of the end for huge compensation for financial titans. Others say the limits are too weak to bring real change.
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Obama inches ahead in tight race
The economy, plus questions among some conservatives about Sarah Palin, appear to be helping the Democrats.
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Opinion: In Afghanistan, hit 'em where they aren't
MacArthur's tactic worked in WWII. It could work again.
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The Monitor's View: Pin down candidates on bailout
Voters need to hear more on how the bailout will affect the next president's priorities.
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Will bank bailout revive growth?
Banks will still need to recapitalize and start lending again.
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The U.S. mortgage game: How should it change?
As Washington works to bail out firms laden with bad debts, discussions begin on preventing a recurrence.
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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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Obama inches ahead in tight race
The economy, plus questions among some conservatives about Sarah Palin, appear to be helping the Democrats.
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How bailout deal will impact next president
A $700 billion US rescue of banks is not likely to crimp McCain's or Obama'sspending plans, at least in the short term.
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Obama: Big winner in debate says new poll
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The debate's Kissinger flap: Who was right?
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McCain, Palin, Letterman and SNL - what a week
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In McCain-Obama debate, a clash of two visions
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US, Russia announce breakthrough on new Iran resolution
The move shows a willingness to act on common goals despite deteriorating relations.
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