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Healthcare Reform: Middle Class Tax Hit Coming, NYT Columnist SaysThe Senate bill contains a tax that will hit millions of middle class workers in the coming years.
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Obama: Losing Appeal with French President?Is there a rift developing between U.S. President Barack Obama and French President Nicolas Sarkozy?
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Healthcare: House Democrats May Drop Public OptionIt appears that Democrats in the House of Representatives might be willing to drop the public option to give President Obama a compromise bill that he could sign into law.
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Gitmo: Closure Slipping to 2011?The Obama administration's deadline for closing the prison at Guantanamo Bay could slip by more than a year.
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Healthcare: Examining the Senate BillThe healthcare legislation crafted by Harry Reid is an abomination that will cost Americans dearly for decades to come.
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Democrat Congressman to Switch PartiesDemocrat Parker Griffith of Alabama is set to become a Republican.
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Healthcare Reform: Separating Fact from FictionMichael Tanner of the CATO Institute presents five claims about healthcare reform, and his responses to those claims.
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Obama's Gitmo: ACLU Slams Move to IllinoisThe ACLU has come out in opposition to the Obama plan to transfer detainees from Guantanamo Bay to Illinois.
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Obama Shifts Focus from Afghanistan to UnemploymentPresident Obama is turning his focus to the continued high unemployment being experienced by the nation.
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Cheney: Obama Projects WeaknessIn an interview at his home in Virginia, the former vice president takes his shot at President Obama.
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KKK to Rally at LSU - Ole Miss Football GameThe KKK plans to hold a protest rally at the University of Mississippi before the November 21 football game between the Ole Miss Rebels and the LSU Tigers.
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Stimulus: Federal Watchdog Says Jobs Reports InaccurateThe federal watchdog charged with overseeing stimulus spending says reports about jobs saved or created are filled with inaccuracies and contradictions.
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Obama: Guantanamo Deadline Likely to Be MissedPresident Obama has acknowledged that his administration is unlikely to meet its self-imposed deadline for closing Gitmo.
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Obama Plan Makes Illegals LegalThe Obama administration plans to streamline citizenship for illegal immigrants.
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Gingrich: Another Contract with AmericaFormer Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich says Republicans need to find common ground before the 2010 elections.
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Unemployment: Headed for 12 Percent?James Pethokoukis writes for Reuters that at least one economist thinks the unemployment rate will go above 12 percent.
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Obama Nominee Won't Disclose Potential Ethical ConflictsPresident Obama's nominee for a key defense post has declined to disclose information on past business dealings on a government ethics form.
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Obama Administration: Key Jobs Remain VacantNearly a year into his term, President Obama has yet to fill nearly 200 key postings in his administration.
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CBS: Obama to Give McChrystal What He Wants in AfghanistanCBS News has reported that President Obama will give General McChrystal most if not all of what he has asked for in Afghanistan. The White House denies the report.
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Congress: More Than 200 MillionairesA report by the Center for Responsive Politics says there are nearly 250 millionaires in the U.S. House and Senate.
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Unemployment Hits 10.2%Jobless data released this week shows unemployment has increased to 10.2 percent.
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Healthcare: New Bill Loaded with TaxesAmericans for Tax Reform has a nice breakdown of the taxes included in the latest healthcare bill from the House of Representatives.
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Stimulus: Jobs Created and Saved Overstated by Thousands, AP SaysThe number of jobs created or saved as a result of President Obama's stimulus plan is off the mark by thousands.
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UN: U.S. Drone Strikes May Violate International LawA UN representative says U.S. drone strikes in Afghanistan and Pakistan might be in violation of international law.
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Healthcare Reform: Lobbyists Set to Spend Record Amounts for InfluenceThe drug and insurance industries are spending tens of millions of dollars to influence the healthcare reform debate.
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VA Governor's Race: Where's ObamaAs the likelihood of a Democratic loss increases, the President has distanced himself from the Virginia Governor's race.
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Healthcare: Insureres Dropping Medicare PlansNew federal regulations are causing some private insurance to drop fee for service medicare advantage plans.
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Unemployment Rate Edges Closer to 10%The U.S. unemployment rate hit 9.8% in September, the worst in more than a quarter century.
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Obama Loses Sleep Over Deficit SpendingI'm not buying it. His actions don't match his words.
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Top Ten Obama ApologiesI see a pattern developing here.
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Fact Checking Biden on the StimulusThe Vice President appears to be stretching his claims a bit.
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Countering Myths About the Bush Tax CutsBush's tax cuts were not for the wealthy, and instead actually shifted more of the federal income tax burden to the nation's top wage earners.
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Democrats: The Plan to Target LimbaughDemocrats targeting Rush Limbaugh underestimate the talk show host's influence. -
Obama's Iraq Timeline Could Grow LongerThere seems to be a 23-month timetable in the works. -
Want to Start a Business? Avoid These StatesA list of the seven worst states for starting a new business. -
Obama's Cabinet: Failure to Pay Taxes a Recurring ThemeAnother nominee has tax issues. -
Obama's in Trouble, and He Knows ItFailure to get even one Republican vote in the House for his stimulus plan, Obama knows he will bear full responsibility if his ideas fail to improve the economy.
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Obama's First Lie?This post could be an indicator of the attacks to come.
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Tax Websites: Taxslayer.com is Easy and Cheap!Taxslayer.com offers an inexpensive tax preparation package to make this tax season headache-free. -
Swirsky: Obama and the Birth Certificate Cover-UpWhen will this issue die? -
The Obama ScenariosThree ways an Obama presidency may unfold.
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Obama and the Re-Election Game PlanHow Obama will win a second term. -
Obama's Job Loss PlanObama's economic plan will result in lost jobs. -
Obama's Infomercial: Getting Past the SpinNot all is as presented. -
Obama Accepting Untraceable DonationsUntraceable, but not necessarily illegal. -
U.S. Economy: Not as Bad as You Might ThinkDespite all the negative news, there are bright spots in the economy.
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Congressional Wealth Grew by 13% Last YearCongress keeps getting richer. -
Obama's First 100 DaysHere's what to expect if Obama wins the presidency.
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How to Steal the ElectionKevin Hassett offers steps for stealing an election.
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Hawaii Governor Seals Obama Birth CertificateQuestions still linger about Obama's eligibility for the presidency. -
The Obama EffectWhy undecideds will go for McCain.
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The Obama TemptationWhat's America in for if Obama wins?
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How McCain Can Pull Off an UpsetObama has a sizeable lead, but this race isn't over yet.
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Democide: How Liberalism Kills, LiterallyJ.R. Dunn at The American Thinker offered an interesting perspective on liberal ideology.
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Obama and the Tax Tipping PointThe day is coming when America will pay the price for having a select few foot the bill for the rest of the populace. -
Adolf Hitler Donates to ObamaThe list of fraudulent donations continues to grow. -
Murtha in Tight Race for Congressional SeatVeteran Congressman Jack Murtha is in danger of losing his seat on election day. -
Study: Media Negative on McCainA new study shows media coverage of John McCain is overwhelmingly negative. -
Presidential Polls in Virginia Show Tight RaceObama's holding steady, but McCain is working to close the gap.
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Obama Changes Tax PlanNew work requirement added. -
Joe Biden: The Gift that Keeps on GivingThere seems to be no stopping the Biden gaffe machine. -
How to Read the ConstitutionExcerpts from a Clarence Thomas lecture.
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Obama Pays Women Less Than Men?IBD says his female staffers make 83 cents on the dollar compared to their male counterparts. -
McCain's Health Care TaxObama's claims judged a distortion by Politifact. -
The Obama Machine: The View from a Battleground StateObama's money advantage is on clear display in Northern Virginia. Unfortunately, it teached that breaking one's word can sometimes be rewarded.
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Presidential Poll: Obama's Lead Still ShrinkingMcCain is gaining ground. -
Obama and McCain: Possible Cabinet ChoicesThe list of names for a new White House grows shorter by the day. -
Fact Check: McCain's Medicare CutsObama's latest claim lacks accuracy. -
Universal Health Care Dropped in HawaiiThe nation's only universal plan for children will end after only 7 months.
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McCain and Race BaitingWhile accusing McCain of injecting race into the election, Obama and his supporters have consistently played the race card themselves.
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Obama Book Written by Ayers?The argument is a good one, but I'm not convinced.
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Obama's Health Plan: An AnalysisObama's plan features less consumer choice and more government control.
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Palin and Rape Kits: Debunking the RumorStories about Palin's town charging rape victims for kits and exams appear to be unfounded. -
KKK McCain Chasing Obama in Halloween DisplayThis one is over the top.
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Obama's Pre-Debate Talking PointsKey themes released prior to the final presidential debate. -
Obama and ACORNThe Wall Street Journal published a hard hitting piece on Obama's association with ACORN.
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More Taxes May Not Be the AnswerWhat if government cut spending before raising taxes?
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Obama and McCain on Drafting WomenThe candidates differ on selective service. -
Presidential Polls in VirginiaPresidential polls in Virginia show a tight race in a key battleground state.
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The Obama ThugocracyMichael Barone made some interesting observations at National Review online.
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How McCain Can WinWalter Shapiro at Salon.com offers four ways McCain could pull out the election.
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Panel: Palin Acted Within AuthorityNo legal violations, report says. -
Obama's 95% IllusionObama's pledge to cut taxes for 95% of working Americans is not one his tax plan keeps.
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Presidential Politics: Playing the Race CardDiscussing race in the presidential election.
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Obama Donations: Thousands May Be FraudulentBogus donations found in New York Times review.
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ACORN Fraud Suspicion GrowingGroup supporting Obama under investigation in nine states. -
Obama's Tax Plan CharadeClaims about Obama's tax plan don't add up. -
Obama Fundraising Prompts QuestionsHuge amounts of contributions from foreign addresses raise eyebrows.
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House to Investigate Fannie and Freddie CrisisHenry Waxman decides to hold hearings.
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AP in the Tank for Obama?So much for non-biased journalism.
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Obama, Race, and the Privacy of the Voting BoothAn analysis of the Bradley effect on the presidential race.
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Do the Rich Pay Enough Taxes?Fairness and efficiency. That's the issue.
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McCain Blames Democrats, Obama for Financial CrisisA new statement from the McCain campaign turns up the heat in the race for president.
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Poll: Replace the Entire CongressA new Rasmussen report says most voters would dump the entire congress. -
Karl Rove: McCain's Way AheadWriting for Newsweek, Karl Rove analyzed the last month of the campaign for John McCain.
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What Credit Crisis?Alan Reynolds of the Cato Institute says the credit crisis isn't a crisis at all.
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Biden-Palin Debate: A Moderator's Bias?Did Gwen Ifill load the questions to favor Biden? -
O.J. Found GuiltySimpson is likely headed to prison.
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Vatican Official: Democrats Becoming Party of DeathFormer St. Louis Archbishop criticizes U.S. Democrats.
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Terrorists Declare Support for ObamaFour past leaders of the Weathermen appear on an online petition in support of Barack Obama.
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FBI Raids Obama Friend's OfficeYet another questionable Obama association.
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Poll: Palin More Likeable, Biden More KnowledgeableA Marist poll says respondents believe Joe Biden is the more knowledgeable vice presidential candidate, but Sarah Palin is more likeable.
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Report: Pelosi Gives PAC Money to HusbandA new report reveals that Speaker Pelosi's political action committe steers money to her husband. -
VP Debate Moderator to Release Pro-Obama Book?Critics question Gwen Ifill's impartiality.
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Obama - McCain: Where the Race StandsA look at the current state of the presidential race. -
Democrats Blame Republicans, but Bailout was Already DoomedPartisan attacks notwithstanding, the Congress finally listened to the American people. -
Analyzing the BailoutA new analysis by the Heritage Foundation looks at the economic bailout plan.
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Is Bill Clinton Undermining Obama?Perhaps Bill and Hillary secretly hope Obama loses. -
Obama Replacing Biden: A Rumor Gone WildDespite speculation, it is highly unlikely that Barack Obama will replace Joe Biden on the Democratic ticket.
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Democrats Attack McCain Over AutomobilesUnder attack now is John McCain's ownership of 13 cars.
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The 50 Richest in CongressRoll Call has published a list of Congress' richest 50 members.
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Bloomberg: How the Democrats Created the Financial CrisisExamining the roots of the current financial mess.
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Heavy Early Voting Expected in Obama, McCain ContestEarly ballot casting is on the rise, and as many as one-third of voters are expected to cast their ballots before election day. -
Poll: Obama Could Lose Democrat Votes Due to RaceA new AP -Yahoo News poll shows racism could cost Obama the election.
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CNN, ABC Call "Bull" on Obama AdNegative campaigning is just getting started, and will only get nastier from here. -
Democratic National Committee Member to Endorse McCainOne has to wonder if Hillary Clinton Secretly Wants Obama to Lose. -
Oil Prices Continue to DropThe AP reported September 15 that oil prices have hit a 7-month low. -
U.S. Delays Visa to Iranian PresidentThe United States has not yet issued a visa to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad so he can speak at the UN later this month. -
Al-Qaeda in Iraq on the RopesIntercepted letters paint a dire picture of the terrorist group.
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North Korea: What's Next?With rumors running rampant about the fate of Kim Jong-il, Reuters outlines possible scenarios for the dicatator's succession.
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Terror Plot: Poison Water SupplyInternet forum discusses mass killing.
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Analysis: Ten Myths About Budget Deficits and DebtThe current debate over the national debt is addressed in this Heritage Foundation backgrounder. -
NATO Could Prove Irrelevance in AfghanistanA new article from the Center for Defense Information explains how Afghanistan is testing the NATO alliance. -
Global View: BarbadosToday's country profile offers a glimpse of the Caribbean island of Barbados.
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Democrats Better Prepared, Says Republican Tom DeLayFormer Majority Leader says Democrats better organized for elections.
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Global View: AzerbaijanToday's country profile offers a glimpse of the Caucasus nation of Azerbaijan.
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Global View: AustriaToday's country profile offers a glimpse of Austria.
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Threats to the World's Oil SupplySome of the most volatile regions in the world are home to the global supply of oil. -
Afghanistan's Drug Problem AssessedA new UN survey says progress is being made combating Afghanistan's drug trade. -
Global View: ArubaToday's country profile takes a look at the Caribbean island of Aruba.
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Global View: Antigua and BarbudaToday's country profile takes a look at Antigua and Barbuda. -
Global View: AngolaToday's country profile looks at the African nation of Angola.
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Global View: AndorraToday's country profile provides a look at Andorra, a tiny European nation that borders France and Spain.
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French Retreat from Afghanistan?France's Prime Minister wants on a vote on a continued French presence.
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Report: Military Attracts More High Income Than Low Income RecruitsA new report from The Heritage Foundation examines military recruit demographics. -
Poland Signs Up for U.S. Missile DefensePoland has agreed to host part of a U.S. missile defense system. -
Taliban-Like Treatment of Women Returning to AfghanistanAs the Taliban surges against coalition forces, women's rights have once again been eroded in Afghanistan.
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The Quest for Arctic OilNew estimates of Arctic energy reserves are likely to spur interest, and territorial claims.
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British Look to Reduce Iraq ForcesU.S. troops may take over responsibility for Basra. -
Drilling Versus Renewable EnergyInstead of framing the oil debate as an either / or proposition, why not pursue both drilling and alternative energy development at the same time?
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Army Helps Soldiers Get GEDsThe Army has launched a new program to help enlistees get their GEDs.
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AP: We're Winning the Iraq WarIt seems the Associated Press has realized the U.S. is winning in Iraq. -
Iran's Regional GoalsIran's regional aim is hegemony, not religious conversion.
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Israel to Test Anti-Missile SystemIsrael is preparing to conduct new tests on an anti-missile system.
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World Celebrates Cuba Solidarity DayMay 21 is Cuba Solidarity Day in remembrance of Cuba's political prisoners.
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U.S. Targets Somali Terrorist LeaderThe U.S. conducted a military strike targeting a key Islamist leader in Somalia.
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Syria, Israel Move Closer to Peace DealReports are surfacing indicating that Syria and Israel are nearing a peace agreement.
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Iraq War in Doubt According to New Report from Institute for National Strategic StudiesA new report casts doubt on the future of the Iraq war.
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McCain Promises End to EarmarksRepublican presidential candidate John McCain has promised to end the congressional practice of earmarking funds for pork-barrel projects if he is elected in November.
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Admiral William J. Fallon: Controversial Admiral Set to RetireAdmiral William Fallon will retire from the Navy this Friday.
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Pope's Visit Draws Near, Details AnnouncedPope Benedict XVI will begin his visit to the United States Tuesday, April 15. -
Iraq War Reaches Five-Year MarkThe fifth anniversary of the start of the Iraq war is mired in protests and commemorations.
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Navy Christens Ship Built from World Trade CenterThe Navy has christened the USS New York, partially built from the wreckage of the World Trade Center.
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China Report Shows Growing Military CapabilityThe Defense Department has published a new report on Chinese military capability.
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Defiant Iran Snubs UN, AgainIran has vowed to continue its nuclear program, even if the UN imposes a new round of sanctions.
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Pakistan Elections Could Signal Shift in PowerPakistani President Pervez Musharraf's allies suffered a defeat in elections held Monday.
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Kosovo Declares IndependenceThe Serb province of Kosovo declared its independence February 17th.
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Sadr's Cease Fire Key to Iraq's StabilityRadical cleric Muqtada al-Sadr appears to have extended his cease fire with American troops in Iraq.
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Turkey Moves to Allow Headscarves at UniversitiesAn initial vote by Turkish lawmakers paved the way for a constitutional amendment allowing Islamic headscarves.
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McCain Says No to Public FundsSenator John McCain has decided to fore go public campaign funds in his quest for the White House.
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Serbs Elect Western Oriented PresidentSerbia's election of a pro-western president could help avert a crisis over Kosovo.
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Bush Budget Tops $3 TrillionPresident Bush submitted the largest budget in U.S. history Monday.
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War Report Sparks Israeli ProtestsThe Olmert government is under harsh criticism after the release of a new report on the 2006 war with Lebanon.
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McCain Survives Talk Radio OppositionSenator John McCain's Florida victory came in spite of popular conservative talk show hosts efforts to derail his campaign.
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Iran Avoids Tougher UN SanctionsThe UN has agreed to a new round of sanctions against Iran, but with the most severe measures removed.
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With Economy Lagging, Stimulus Package in the WorksAs fears of an economic recession grow, Congress and the White House are moving toward the passage of an economic stimulus package.
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Persian Gulf Hero Endorses McCainMcCain has secured the endorsement of General Norman Schwarzkopf.
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Israeli Missile Could Target Iran With NukesA new Israeli missile could deliver a nuclear payload to Iran.
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Romney Spat Highlights Influence of LobbyistsPresidential candidate Mitt Romney's confrontation over lobbyist influence has highlighted the role of these players in presidential politics.
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U.S. Forces Needed in Iraq for Another DecadeIraq's government anticipates the need for U.S. security assistance for at least another decade.
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Fairfax County Public School Budget Cuts Hurt KidsProposed cuts to Fairfax County Public Schools concern us as parents because of the possibility of a lesser education for our kids.
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Marines Fill NATO's Afghanistan ShortfallMore than 3,000 marines have been given the green light to deploy to Afghanistan in the spring to make up for shortfalls in NATO troop deployments.
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Guatemala's New Leftist PresidentGuatemala has sworn in its first leftist president in 50 years.
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Joint Chiefs Chairman Spurs Guantanamo DebateAdmiral Mullen's comments about closing Guantanamo Bay have renewed hope among the prison's opponents.
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Israel Hints at Possible Iran StrikeIsraeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert told a parliamentary panel that no options were off the table in dealing with Iran.
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Kenya Braces for More ViolenceAfter efforts to resolve the political crisis in Kenya failed, the opposition called for a new round of protests.
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Taiwan Election Moves Island Closer to ChinaThe opposition victory in this weekend's parliamentary election moves the island closer to Beijing.
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Taming Iraq's Wild WestA Marine General says Iraq's volatile Anbar Province is ready to be handed over to Iraqi forces.
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U.S. Considers Afghanistan Troop "Surge"The Department of Defense is considering sending additional forces to Afghanistan.
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Bush's Middle East Trip Likely to Yield LittleExperts agree that President Bush is not likely to achieve much during his current tour of the Middle East.
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Taylor Trial Seeks Justice for DictatorThe trial of Charles Taylor is a rare international attempt to bring a dictator to justice.
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Georgia Re-Elects Controversial PresidentGeorgia' re-election of President Mikhail Saakashvili is bound to irritate Russia as Georgia continues to move toward the west.
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Iowa Caucus Shows Presidential Race Wide OpenSurprise wins by Obama and Huckabee in Iowa throw the presidential contest in disarray.
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With Charles Chatman in the News, DNA Testing Reveals Flaws in Criminal Justice SystemTexas is set to release another prisoner exonerated by DNA testing, underscoring flaws in the criminal conviction process.
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How is the Price of Oil Determined?Sudden changes in the price of oil are largely the result of political instability.
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Pakistan Tops List of Deteriorating World ConflictsThe Crisis Group has listed Pakistan at the top of its most recent list of world trouble spots.
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ATVs Recalled by Consumer Product CommissionThe Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall notice for KYMCO ATVs.
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D.B. Cooper Mystery Gains New AttentionThe FBI has stepped up efforts to find hijacker D.B. Cooper.
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Democrats Try New Approach to Stop Bush's Recess AppointmentsSenate Democrats are conducting one-senator sessions during the holidays to stop President Bush from making recess appointments.
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Congress Gives Itself New Travel BenefitThe Senate has approved new guidelines expanding the scope of official travel.
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Most Americans Happy, New Poll SaysGallup has released new poll results showing that a majority of Americans are happy with their lives.
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China's Economy to Dominate 2008A strong Chinese economy will push the Asian nation to the forefront of the global financial stage.
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Media Reports Hard on Clinton, Fox Most Balanced, Study SaysA new study by George Mason University says Hillary Clinton is the subject of most negative election reporting while Fox News is statistically the most balanced network.
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Impact of Bhutto Assassination to Be Long-LastingThe assassination of former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto will have serious long-term consequences, expert analysts say.
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Reform in Arab World Stagnant, Paper SaysArab regimes continue to undertake moderate reforms that do not threaten their hold on power, according to a new paper by the Carnegie Endowment.
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U.S. Should Invest in Military Robots, Paper SaysWith the private sector focused on robot use for commercial purposes, a new paper argues that the government should push for military robot technologies.
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McCain Releases Economic PlanRepublican presidential candidate John McCain has published his economic plan for America.
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China Ranks First in State ExecutionsChina leads all nations in state sponsored executions, according to a new list compiled by Foreign Policy magazine.
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New President, Same Focus for South KoreaSouth Korean president-elect Lee is likely to continue many of his predecessor's policies.
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Traditional Groups Challenge Hamas in GazaTraditional family and clan groups are increasingly challenging Hamas' control of the Gaza Strip.