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Veterans of Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan Campaign For Seats in Congress
By Katherine Skiba -
Nation & World
- September 9, 2008
They may be battle-tested, but the running for office is a whole new challenge.
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Back From Recess, Congress Is Under Pressure to Act on Energy, Economy
By Katherine Skiba -
Nation & World
- September 5, 2008
But in the shadow of the presidential campaign, compromises could be elusive.
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A New Push for Women Politicians
By Bonnie Erbe -
Bonnie Erbe
- August 25, 2008
Some women are "pissed" that so few women are in Congress and state houses.
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Steny Hoyer Worries About Another Government Shutdown
By Bonnie Erbe -
Bonnie Erbe
- August 25, 2008
A showdown over Gulf of Mexico drilling could trigger a replay of the Clinton-Gingrich fights.
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Frankenstein's Law: Congress Should Attack Immigration Laws, Not Immigration Agents
By Chris Battle -
Opinion
- August 22, 2008
Lawmakers' use of "Gestapo" tag is wildly out of line, former immigration official Chris Battle writes.
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If Congress Lifts the Offshore Oil Drilling Moratorium, What Happens Next?
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- August 15, 2008
The issue then moves to individual states. And there is no guarantee that more oil would flow.
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5 Members of Congress Who Want Russia Stripped of the 2014 Olympics
Opinion
- August 15, 2008
U.S. Representatives who think that Russia should not host the 2014 games because of the Georgia crisis
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From the Battlefield to the Campaign Trail
By Katherine Skiba -
Nation & World
- August 14, 2008
In Minnesota congressional race, a veteran of Iraq takes on a veteran politician.
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Maybe a Cheap Lunch is Okay for Congress
By Paul Bedard -
Washington Whispers
- August 12, 2008
Democrats and Republicans think Congress might have gone too far on gift ban.
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With Congress on Summer Break, Some Old-Fashioned Political Theater Over Oil Drilling
By Katherine Skiba -
Nation & World
- August 8, 2008
While Republicans give speeches to an adjourned House, Democrats try to defend a drilling moratorium.
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It's Boom Time for Oil in the Gulf of Mexico, Despite a Ban on Drilling in Many Areas
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- August 1, 2008
Amid the debate over offshore drilling, a reality check.
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Congress Tackles the Higher Ed Act
By Kim Clark -
On Education
- July 31, 2008
The legislation features substantial changes to financial aid policies.
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Entertainment Industry Sways Higher Ed Act
By Alison Go -
The Paper Trail
- July 30, 2008
Music: A provision likely to pass Congress makes colleges more responsible for illegal downloads.
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Congress Blows Hot and Cold Over Tax Breaks for Wind Energy
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- July 28, 2008
Meanwhile, the industry holds its breath to see if a deal can be worked out to avoid a big setback.
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How the New Housing Law Affects You
By Luke Mullins -
Money & Business
- July 25, 2008
The landmark measure has something for struggling homeowners, first-time buyers, and even seniors.
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Democrats Have High Hopes for House and Senate Races
By Katherine Skiba -
Nation & World
- July 24, 2008
Amid a favorable political landscape, Democratic leaders predict a "tectonic-plate election"
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A Heap of Hawaiian Luxury for Lawmakers and Many of Their Wives
Nation & World
- July 18, 2008
Eight lawmakers took off for the tropics for a conference on U.S.-China relations.
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Taxpayers and Private Groups Pay for Congress's Globe-trotting Over Memorial Day
By Katherine Skiba and Johannah Cornblatt -
Nation & World
- July 16, 2008
One of the benefits of being a member of Congress is lavish trips, sometimes on the taxpayers' dime.
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On Offshore Oil Drilling, the Ball Is Now in Congress's Court
By Kent Garber -
Nation & World
- July 14, 2008
Bush's lifting of symbolic ban on offshore oil drilling puts added pressure on Congress to act.
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Congress and the Next President Should Repeal the War Powers Act
By Michael Barone -
Michael Barone
- July 10, 2008
The National War Powers Commission calls for getting rid of the act.
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Clearing Up a President's War-Making Powers
By Thomas Omestad -
Nation & World
- July 9, 2008
A high-profile panel calls for better rules for a president and Congress before a military conflict.
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Is Immigration a Killer Issue for Congress?
By Michael Barone -
Michael Barone
- June 27, 2008
Republican Chris Cannon lost in a primary by 20 points, largely because of the immigration issue.
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Fix Congress's Housing Fix
By Mortimer Zuckerman -
Opinion
- June 27, 2008
The bill before Congress reflects how good government intentions are perverted by interest group.
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Ed Whitfield, Equestrian Hero
By Bonnie Erbe -
Bonnie Erbe
- June 25, 2008
Congress should create a body to govern thoroughbred racing.
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Congress Ready for Homeowner Bailout
By James Pethokoukis -
Capital Commerce
- June 25, 2008
And if Bush vetoes it, bad housing news will help propel a congressional override.
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