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The Senate's Doing The Bullying For The IRS

The Senate's Doing The Bullying For The IRS

Senators John McCain and Carl Levin have now presided over what Senator Rand Paul rightly called a “show trial.”

California's Brown Losing Favor As Budget Talks Draw Closer

At the beginning of 2013, Californians couldn’t stop singing Gov. Jerry Brown’s praises. But now he seems headed for a crash on the rocks.

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Ezra Klein, As Usual, Meant To Defend Obamacare

Ezra Klein, As Usual, Meant To Defend Obamacare

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Despite Kermit Gosnell Murder Trial, We Still Aren't Talking About Abortion

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    Connecticut School Shootings: We Are All To Blame Because We Love Violence

    There are reportedly some 300 million weapons floating around this country, enough for every man, woman and child to be armed.

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    From Glam to Casual: British Royals in Laid-Back Style after Zara-Mike Wedding (PHOTOS)

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    Life For Palestinians And Israelis Divided By West Bank Wall

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    Punk Bands: Would You Pay $45 To Be In A Mag You’ve Never Heard Of?

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    Borrowing To Buy: How Much Do Americans Owe?

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    Arne Svenson’s Voyeuristic Photos: Are They Legal?

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