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By
Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - January 6, 2009
Despite calling himself 'junior senator from Illinois,' Burris was not allowed to assume Obama's seat.
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Nancy Pelosi's House: After Her Historic First Term as Speaker, Tough Challenges Ahead
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - January 5, 2009
Even critics praise her political skills, which will be tested by the debate over a stimulus package.
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Advice to the Next President: The Government Needs More 'Rocket Scientists'
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 31, 2008
A political scientist offers his thoughts on how Obama should reform government to bring change.
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The Intense Lobbying Frenzy Over Stimulus Dollars in Congress
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 30, 2008
As lawmakers, Obama eye billions in infrastructure spending, lobbyists scramble for pieces of the pie.
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Attention Shoppers: Beware of Unsafe Toys
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 18, 2008
New report cites federal officials for "lax safety standards and enforcement" involving imported toys.
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States Eyeing Education Cuts Amid Budget Shortfalls
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 15, 2008
In previous downturns, states have largely avoided cutting K-12 education. Maybe not this time.
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Could Caroline Kennedy Be in Line for Hillary Clinton’s Senate Seat?
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 12, 2008
Caroline Kennedy's name keeps coming up, and she certainly hasn't said no yet.
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McConnell: No Senate Vote Today on Auto Bailout
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 10, 2008
The Kentucky Republican signals his displeasure over the plan and issues a set of conditions.
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To Jolt Economy, Obama and Congress Eye Billions in Infrastructure Spending
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 9, 2008
Obama and lawmakers are wrangling over "ready-to-go" public works projects to create new jobs.
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War Vets Seek a Political Surge to Save the Economy
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 8, 2008
VFW seeks to rally public support for the Big 3 automakers and for an economic stimulus package.
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Why Congress Might Try to Bail Out Big 3 Carmakers After All
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 8, 2008
The debate shifted after new reports that more than half a million Americans lost jobs last month.
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Democratic House Leader Cites Bush's 'Last Act of Economic Malpractice'
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 5, 2008
Reacting to news of massive job losses, Rep. Steny Hoyer lashed out at the White House on Friday.
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Women Say That Hillary Clinton and Sarah Palin Received Unfair Treatment in their Political Campaigns
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - December 4, 2008
Still, their runs are seen as a dramatic step toward election of a female president.
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America's Best Leaders: Manny Diaz, Mayor of Miami
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 19, 2008
A son of Cuban immigrants, Diaz leads one of the nation's major multi-cultural cities
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Obama Stimulus Spending Will Target Roads, Bridges, Public Transit, and Energy Projects
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 19, 2008
A key House Democrat expects spending in the $300 billion range in effort to boost the economy.
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Lieberman Holds On to Senate Chairmanship as Democrats Decline to Punish Him
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 18, 2008
The independent senator from Connecticut backed John McCain, but Dems choose against retribution.
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Why Congress Is Unlikely to Bail Out Detroit’s Carmakers—at Least for Now
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 18, 2008
Democrats want to redirect $25 billion toward automakers, but Republicans are likely to block it.
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RepublicansForAReason.com Asks: Why Be a Republican?
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 11, 2008
With its website, the GOP asks Republican faithful for ideas and comments about rebuilding the party.
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Congress Unveils Stunning New Capitol Visitor Center—Late and Over Budget
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 11, 2008
The $621 million facility is a "beautiful disaster," says one Democrat.
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Democrats Savor Gains in Congress, but Bringing Change Won't be Easy
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 10, 2008
Leaders need to hold together a diverse party and forge a new relationship with President-elect Obama.
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Louisiana Democrat Landrieu Fends Off Stiff Senate Challenge in Heavily Republican State
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 5, 2008
Landrieu won re-election after being targeted by the GOP.
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Two Udall Cousins Win Senate Seats in New Mexico and Colorado
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 4, 2008
There have been only 10 known pairs of cousins in the U.S. Senate.
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Kentucky Republican McConnell Survives Political Battle of His Career
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 4, 2008
Sen. Mitch McConnell withstands a tough challenge from businessman Bruce Lunsford.
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Elizabeth Dole Beaten by Little-Known Democratic Challenger in North Carolina
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 4, 2008
Democratic lawmaker Kay Hagan was boosted in part by Barack Obama's candidacy.
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In Close New Hampshire Race, Democrat Shaheen Defeats Incumbent Sununu
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Katherine Skiba
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Nation & World - November 4, 2008
The Republican Sununu was hurt by his association with President Bush.
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