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Published October 25, 2007
White House defends editing of CDC head's testimony on climate change, saying other agencies were uncomfortable that she was getting into territory beyond what she was asked to convey to Congress.
Published October 01, 2007
Democrats eyeing a potential gain of a U.S. Senate seat in the 2008 election are hoping Bob Kerrey won't abandon a potential run after being linked to convicted thief and Democratic fundraiser Norman Hsu.
Published September 10, 2007
Dennis Hastert's walk off the political stage may be a footnote in history but it also marks the end of a career that is notable for its leadership as the longest-Republican House speakership ever during a tumultuous era in Washington horse-trading.
Published August 28, 2007
In a heated Republican primary campaign where the issue of illegal immigration is expected to play a lead role in winning over voters, labeling opponents as supporters of 'sanctuary cities' can be a declaration of political war.
Published August 06, 2007
High school and college-age conservatives are brushing off their image as impressionistic and naïve followers and will no longer be fooled by gimmicky politics or empty campaign promises from Republican leaders and presidential candidates.
Published July 31, 2007
Niche debates are the latest forums for the crowded field of presidential candidates, especially Democrats, to try to squeeze out a few extra votes.
Published July 22, 2007
Virginia politicians typically avoid tax hikes like the plague, so to pay for $65 million in new road and transportation projects, lawmakers have increased fines for traffic violations to levels never seen by most Americans.
Published June 26, 2007
Democrats long skeptical that abstinence-only programs are more effective than "comprehensive" sex-ed classes are trying to reverse Bush administration policy and kill a key entitlement program for abstinence-only funding set to expire Jun. 30.
Published June 25, 2007
As lawmakers return to the Senate to try to come up with an immigration reform bill that will please border security hawks, union workers and big employers, the debate could take its toll on presidential candidates who dare to ignore the Latino vote.
Published June 18, 2007
They are the heirs to the cowboy and homesteader tradition, willing at times to defend their values in defiance of the government, but that doesn't mean voters in the West automatically reject left-leaning politics.