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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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Briefing
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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Briefing
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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On U.S. coasts, a rethink on oil drilling?
High gas prices may soften the opposition of some states to offshore drilling.
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U.S. plan to ease air congestion runs into head winds
Some critics say a proposed cap on New York flights would raise costs. Others say better traffic management is the key.
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On U.S. coasts, a rethink on oil drilling?
High gas prices may soften the opposition of some states to offshore drilling.
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USA
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Rising mortgage rates add to housing woes
Higher mortgage rates since March are tied in part to investors' inflation worries.
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How overfishing can alter an ocean’s entire ecosystem
When you tip the balance, a cascade of other changes may occur.
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Midocean trawlers mine world’s seamounts
Unregulated fishing fleets work fast and deep, but rising cost of fuel may rein them in before laws do.
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Iraqi interpreters: hope rises to go to U.S.
President Bush extended a law that could give some of the thousands of interpreters working for the American military refuge in the US under a special visa program.
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Boeing wins Air Force tanker contract appeal
The Air Force should reopen the bidding process, the Government Accountability Office said Wednesday.
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Opinion: How to silence that Iran war drumbeat
War is not inevitable. Bold, transparent diplomacy can work.
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Why more offices are going to the dogs
Pets can reduce stress, managers say. Yet most firms want Fido to stay at home.
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MIT team plays with fire to create cheap energy
New solar dish harnesses power from heat – at a size and cost that make soaking up the sun even more attractive.
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Investigation: In Afghanistan, routine abuse of terror detainees
An eight-month review by McClatchy newspapers says the US wrongfully imprisoned many suspected Al Qaeda terrorists.
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USA
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How Clinton and Obama boosted feminism, civil rights
The primary contest helped both of the historical causes, though some tensions erupted.
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Understaffed Fed raises worries
With a retirement this summer, the central bank will have just four of seven board seats filled.
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Why flooding worsens
Development, farm practices, and population growth have increased the risk of flooding.
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Zimbabwe's pro-Mugabe war vets draw hard line
In a rare interview, militia leader threatens to take over more white-owned farms and businesses.
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USA
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U.S.-Africa alliance to help small farmer
The partnership between the US and Kofi Annan's farm group reflects the new international emphasis on agriculture.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about international aid, the US and secession, knife bans in Britain, and mandating Sundays as 'off' days.
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Opinion: Candidates: Stop misusing religion
Faith tours? Clergy endorsements? That's not America.
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The Monitor's View: For mass transit, mass investment
With record ridership and fuel prices, subways, trains, and buses are strapped.
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China-Taiwan flight deal marks further thaw in ties
The agreement, made during the first formal talks since 1999, will allow weekend charter flights starting in July. Critics say that Taiwan has made too many concessions too quickly.
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US policy and the pro-Israel lobby: A university in Jerusalem takes on the debate
The authors of 'The Israel Lobby and US Foreign Policy' said Thursday that the special-interest group is leading the charge for attacking Iran and damaging US interests.
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