December 15, 2010
The Caucus: New Feud Over Oversight Panel Job
Democrats continue to feud over who will take the top spot on the House oversight committee.
Filed by By JANIE LORBER at 9:32 pm under News
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The Caucus: At Issue in Emanuel Hearing: Boxes in Basement
The contents of Rahm Emanuel’s basement took center stage in a Chicago election board hearing to determine whether he can run for mayor.
Filed by By EMMA GRAVES FITZSIMMONS at 8:44 pm under Basements and Cellars,News
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The Caucus: Showing Their True College Colors
A measure recognizing Cam Newton, the Auburn quarterback who won the Heisman Trophy, got some backlash in the House.
Filed by By BERNIE BECKER at 7:39 pm under charles boustany,dan lipinski,gregg harper,News,rick larsen,Tom Graves
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The Caucus: ‘New Start’ Treaty Advances in Senate
After a deal between the chamber’s two top lawmakers, the Senate voted 66 to 32 to open debate on a new arms control treaty with Russia.
Filed by By PETER BAKER at 7:26 pm under News
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A Formerly Persecuted Minority Gains Clout in Afghanistan
Filed by ModerateVoters.org at 7:15 pm under Editorial - Centrist,General,News
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U.N. Security Council Ends Key Iraq Sanctions
Filed by ModerateVoters.org at 7:15 pm under Editorial - Centrist,General,News
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U.S. Agency Says Missile Intercept Test Fails
The U.S. Missile Defense Agency says a missile intercept test has failed.
Filed by FOXNews.com at 6:50 pm under General - Right,News
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The Caucus: House Easily Passes ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal
The House of Representatives on Wednesday handily approved a repeal of a ban on gay men and lesbians serving openly in the military, increasing pressure on Senate Republicans who have resisted a vote.
Filed by By JENNIFER STEINHAUER at 5:59 pm under News,repeal
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Air Force Blocks Sites That Posted Secret Cables
Air Force personnel cannot view the Web sites of news organizations that have posted cables obtained by WikiLeaks while at work.
Filed by Administrator at 5:38 pm under News
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The Caucus: Michigan Republican to Head House Intel Panel
Representative Mike Rogers is also a former F.B.I. special agent and Army officer.
Filed by By BERNIE BECKER at 5:25 pm under Dave Camp,fred upton,mac thornberry,mike rogers,News
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Senate kicks off debate over US-Russia arms treaty
A new arms control treaty with Russia is essential for the United States to keep tabs on its rival’s vast nuclear arsenal, backers of the pact said Wednesday as the Senate plunged into debate on President Barack Obama’s top foreign policy priority.
Filed by msnbc.com: Politics at 4:56 pm under News
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Senate passes package extending Bush tax cuts
The Senate has passed a sweeping tax package that would save millions of Americans thousands of dollars in higher taxes for the next two years while also reducing their Social Security taxes and extending jobless benefits.
Filed by msnbc.com: Politics at 4:52 pm under News
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The Caucus: Bon Jovi Gets White House Appointment
President Obama appointed Jon Bon Jovi to the White House Council for Community Solutions.
Filed by By ASHLEY PARKER at 4:52 pm under Jon Bon Jovi,News,President Barack Obama,White House Council for Community Solutions
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In U.S., 49% Want Congress to Pass Tax Compromise
Filed by ModerateVoters.org at 4:45 pm under Editorial - Centrist,General,News
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Former Prime Minister of Britain Embarks on a Global Opportunity at N.Y.U.
Gordon Brown, named a “distinguished global leader in residence,” sees the potential for “a global network university where barriers are broken down.”
Filed by Administrator at 4:15 pm under News
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End of Iraq Sanctions Reflects Progress Since Saddam Era, Analysts Say
The U.N. Security Council’s decision on Wednesday to lift a trio of Saddam Hussein-era sanctions against Iraq, including a ban on acquiring weapons of mass destruction, might send shivers down the spine of anyone fearful that the country could eventually fall back into the hands of another ruthless dictator.
Filed by Stephen Clark at 4:09 pm under General - Right,News
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Democrats Rip GOP Over Nuclear Arms Treaty Delay
Filed by ModerateVoters.org at 3:41 pm under Editorial - Centrist,General,News
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Tax Bill Passes Senate, Hits Hurdle in the House
The debate on a tax extenders bill worth $858 billion is going to the House after the Senate overwhelmingly approved the legislation, but House Democrats are grousing over deals to give breaks to wealthy estate owners and a costly payroll tax holiday.
Filed by FOXNews.com at 3:30 pm under General - Right,News
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Obama Gets Mixed Reviews for Bipartisanship on Tax Deal
Filed by ModerateVoters.org at 3:30 pm under Editorial - Centrist,General,News
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Huge Gap in How Dems, GOP Define ‘Compromise’
Filed by ModerateVoters.org at 3:22 pm under Editorial - Centrist,General,News
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Emanuel Gets a Grilling by Chicagoans Who Think He’s Not Chicagoan Enough
Rahm Emanuel, who is known for his sharp tongue, offered quiet, controlled responses in a hearing about his eligibility to run for mayor.
Filed by By MONICA DAVEY at 3:20 pm under News
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Jury Convicts Army ‘Birther’ Who Refused Deployment to Afghanistan
A military jury has convicted an Army doctor who disobeyed orders to deploy to Afghanistan because he questions President Obama’s eligibility for office.
Filed by FOXNews.com at 3:19 pm under General - Right,News
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Christmas Day Bomber Indicted on Additional Charges
Federal prosecutors in Detroit said Wednesday that Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, the so-called Christmas Day Underwear Bomber, was not alone in his attempt to blow up commercial Northwest Airline Flight 253 headed for Detroit last year.
Filed by FOXNews.com at 3:03 pm under General - Right,News
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The Senate’s war over Christmas
Bah-humbug. The parties are exchanging barbs over who the real Grinch is — Harry Reid for potentially keeping the Senate in session through Christmas, or Jon Kyl and Jim DeMint for their attempts to delay, delay, delay.
Filed by msnbc.com: Politics at 3:02 pm under News
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IRS Increases Audits on Wealthy, Collections Up After Enforcement
The Internal Revenue Service has increased its collections from enforcement actions by 18 percent over last year, after increasing by 11 percent its audits, including a focus on wealthy taxpayers.
Filed by FOXNews.com at 2:38 pm under General - Right,News
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