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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
The Internal Revenue Service is under the microscope now, as revelations have emerged 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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Michelle Obama’s story
In many ways she would make history as first lady.
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Bloggers at Democratic convention plant their stake
Five hundred strong, Netroots workers in the Big Tent near Denver's Pepsi Center gain camaraderie – and affirmation.
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Profile of Mark Warner: Ivy Leaguer with rural NASCAR draw
As the Democratic keynote speaker, he has the down-home image his party needs to broaden its support.
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New challenge in drug war: semi-subs
At $2 million apiece, the craft poke out only a foot above water and can carry 12 tons of drugs.
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Opinion: Obama's VP pick: a triumph of no-change politics
Joe Biden is the ultimate Washington Insider.
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The Monitor's View: The big secret in U.S. housing
What is the US Treasury's plan for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in case of federal takeover?
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How can investors help the hungry?
Possible steps include financing small farmers and shunning commodity futures.
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For Pelosi, no early notice on Biden pick
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Ethics down side to big-donor convention parties?
Special interests can give unlimited sums to national party conventions through convention host committees.
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Democrats’ quest for the ‘big idea’
The party is full of optimism but is still refining its vision.
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A confident House Speaker Nancy Pelosi at Monitor Lunch
She discussed party unity and Obama's VP nominee during the session with reporters.
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The Obama-Biden ticket: An analysis
Barack Obama says he represents a new kind of post-partisan politics – but he’s made what appears to be a traditional choice for running mate.
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Why Georgia is not start of 'Cold War II'
Despite tensions over missile deals and NATO expansion, the West's ties with Russia are far more nuanced than in Soviet days.
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Still waiting on the VP announcement...
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Opinion: The outlook on a triple-superpower world
It's time for Russia, China, and the US to work together.
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Sales down, so firms boost morale
Some managers come up with creative tactics to offset the effects of a sagging economy.
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EarthTalk: What to do about those hard-to-recycle CDs, DVDs, and their cases?
There are services that will let you recycle them, and a greener disc may be on the way.
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Russia threatens to suspend NATO cooperation
Moscow believes the US-Poland deal for a missile defense system makes it more vulnerable to a nuclear attack.
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Conventions: a bounce for the candidates
But in 2004, Bush got only 2 points; Kerry, 0.
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New Obama ad ties McCain to Ralph Reed
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Bush education law: shift ahead?
No Child Left Behind Act could be overhauled by a new president and Congress next year.
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The Wrecking Crew
Thomas Frank takes on the capitol and a legacy of government as business.
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International community split over U.S.-India nuclear deal
Nations participating in the Nuclear Suppliers Group summit will debate whether the deal undermines efforts towards nuclear nonproliferation and sets a precedent for other would-be nuclear powers.
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