Laura Matthews
Articles by Laura Matthews
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It's Secretary Kerry Now: Senate Confirms Its Own For State
January 29 2013 5:00 PM
As expected, Sen. John Kerry will be the next secretary of State, as the full Senate has given its approval -- minus three Republicans.
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How One Million Moms For Gun Control Is Taking On The NRA
January 29 2013 4:52 PM
Shannon Watts founded One Million Moms for Gun Control after the Sandy Hook massacre. She's not going to relent, and here she explains why.
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Kerry Will Have To Get Used To Hearing 'Mr. Secretary'
January 29 2013 11:04 AM
If John Kerry's nomination is approved, he will be the first white, male secretary of state in 16 years, and the first male since 2005.
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![Boy Scouts Of America Explains Possible Gay Ban Policy Shift [Full Text]](http://s1.ibtimes.com/sites/www.ibtimes.com/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2012/09/27/boy-scouts-america_0.jpg "Boy Scouts Of America Explains Possible Gay Ban Policy Shift [Full Text]")
Boy Scouts Of America Explains Possible Gay Ban Policy Shift [Full Text]
January 28 2013 3:11 PM
The Boy Scouts is looking to remove gay restrictions from its national policy. Here's the full text of its announcement.
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Boy Scouts Of America Nears Ending Gay Ban
January 28 2013 2:23 PM
The anti-gay policy at Boy Scouts of America appears to be close to an end.
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Ryan Warns GOP Of Obama's 'Bogus Deals’
January 28 2013 12:42 PM
The defeated vice presidential candidate urged conservatives to wait for Obama's second-term promises to fall short, then take the lead.
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Who Is President Obama's New Chief Of Staff?
January 25 2013 11:06 AM
Denis McDonough will be the next chief of staff, as the president continues to shake up his West Wing staff.
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![John Kerry's Testimony During Sec. Of State Confirmation Hearing [FULL TEXT]](http://s1.ibtimes.com/sites/www.ibtimes.com/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2013/01/24/kerry-jan-2013-2.jpg "John Kerry's Testimony During Sec. Of State Confirmation Hearing [FULL TEXT]")
John Kerry's Testimony During Sec. Of State Confirmation Hearing [FULL TEXT]
January 24 2013 12:38 PM
If you missed it, read the full text of Kerry's testimony during his confirmation hearing for Secretary of State.
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John Kerry Talks Fiscal Policy, Iran Nuclear Program During Confirmation Hearing
January 24 2013 12:03 PM
During his confirmation hearing on Thursday, U.S. Sen. John Kerry says a fiscally strong America is essential to foreign policy.
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Where To Watch Kerry’s Confirmation Hearing For Secretary Of State
January 24 2013 11:13 AM
U.S. Sen. John Kerry is now in a confirmation hearing for the secretary of state post. Watch the live video here.
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Debt Limit Extension Passes US House, 285-144
January 23 2013 2:22 PM
The House voted Wednesday to suspend the debt limit, and the Senate is expected to follow suit, despite some Democrats' misgivings.
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Did A Fading Tea Party Lead Boehner To Fold On Cuts?
January 23 2013 1:33 PM
Experts say House Speaker Boehner no longer fears his party's fading tea party faction and may now get more party unity on deals.
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