Past & Present: Alexander Hamilton and the Start of the National Debt
Hamilton's big idea is still with us today. John Steele Gordon recalls the history of the debt
Posted September 18, 2008
The U.S. Capitol Building.
Yes, the filibuster is breaking the Senate, says Tom Harkin. No, filibuster helps build bridges, argues Lindsey Graham.
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Robert Schlesinger
Republicans' cry of partisanship over process reeks of hypocrisy.
Emulate the British and make shareholders approve of corporate political spending.
What does the U.K. have that the U.S. lacks, but sorely needs? Not a queen, a parliament, or a home secretary, but a law passed in 2000 that requires British companies to seek authorization from their shareholders for corporate political spending. Americans need these same protections afforded to British shareholders.
President Barack Obama speaks about combat troop level reductions in Iraq as he addresses military personnel at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.
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Thousands cheer as Obama becomes the 44th president.
Thanks for sending us such great shots from this historic event.
A baby kissing an Obama poster for Washington Whispers.
We asked to see your personal election pictures and you delivered.
Public Opinion
Obama-backed proposal causes excitement, could “transform American education.”
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