Darrell Issa: Kerry Complaining About The Deficit "Like Somebody Killing...
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Obama Tells Hispanic Caucus Immigration Is "My Top Legislative Priority"
A personal assurance from the president at a private meeting Friday with members of the Hispanic Caucus. But no specifics on “where a bill would originate,” says Sánchez. U.S. President Barack Obama...
View ArticleGOP Prepares "Permanent Campaign"
“We need a permanent, growing presence.” Politics — not policy — is the solution, Chairman Priebus says. CHARLOTTE — Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus outlined an ambitious agenda...
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Bill To Bar LGBT Discrimination In Jury Selection Reintroduced In Senate
“We appreciate the bipartisan leadership of Sens Shaheen, Collins and Whitehouse to help ensure every American is guaranteed the right to be judged by a jury of his or her peers,” an LGBT advocate...
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The Tumultuous And Parallel Lives Of The Jesse Jacksons
Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. and his son Jesse Jackson, Jr. have been an active part of the Democratic party – and American political life – for more than half a century. But has their dynasty come to...
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Senate May Finally Pass A Budget, But A Hashtag Won't Be Why
Shifting political landscape in the Senate and successful messaging by House Republicans combine to force first likely budget in years. Sorry, #nobudgetnopay Image by J. Scott Applewhite / AP...
View ArticleBo Obama Plays In The Snow
A very important update from the White House's cutest tenant.
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Obama Off To A Slow Start In Capitol Hill Gun Campaign
The campaign emails its massive list demanding calls to Congress. Bad timing — and nobody seems to have noticed. Image by Charles Rex Arbogast / AP WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama's campaign...
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Lesbian Offered "Full Membership" In Fort Bragg Spouses Group
“I have further reason to take pride in the Ft. Bragg military community, knowing that we, as military spouses, are able to come together to support each other, our soldiers, and our families,” Ashley...
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7 Reasons No One Is Surprised That Sarah Palin And Fox News Broke Up
The end of the Sarah Palin era at Fox News was a long time coming. When the New York Times reported that Fox News and Sarah Palin were parting ways after 3 years, a few hardcore Palin fans may have...
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“Positive Energy is 2013!” An Inauguration Weekend Diary
Relive the glamorous, glorious, Beyoncé-ous pageantry of the week’s big event. Source: amyodell Sunday, January 20, 8:00 p.m. — I arrive at Illinois Ball at the Marriott Hotel, just down the road from...
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Ontario Gets Its First Woman Premier And Canada's First Out LGBT Premier
Kathleen Wynne now leads Ontario's liberal party and becomes the province's first female premier. She also is married to a woman, making her Canada's first out LGBT premier. Kathleen Wynne was elected...
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French Action Planned Sunday To Support Marriage Equality Bill
“A marriage win in France will undoubtedly be noticed by the Supreme Court as it hears two critical marriage cases in March,” one American LGBT advocate says. People demonstrate for the legalisation...
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Republican Senator: Hagel's Republican "Label" Will Help Obama "Destroy America"
Senator Jim Inhofe likes Chuck Hagel, but… Image by Brendan Hoffman / Getty Images Oklahoma conservative Senator Jim Inhofe said Sunday that he opposes the appointment of his former Republican...
View ArticleShadowy "LGBT" Group Attacking Hagel Uses Prominent Republican Media Group
No Democratic ties for a group that positions itself to the left. A new group opposing Chuck Hagel bills itself as a gay-rights organization made up of mostly Democrats — but it has close ties to the...
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Promises Of Charity Won Tax Breaks for Tech Companies
San Francisco tech companies will avoid local taxes in exchange for promises, charitable contributions, and even promoted tweets, according to draft city documents. The agreements could be finalized...
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Reaching For History, Obama Could Make Same Mistakes As George W. Bush
As the president looks to tackle legacy-defining issues like gun control and immigration, bipartisan murmurs on the Hill grow louder. “They're not talking to anybody.” Image by Pablo Martinez...
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Chuck Schumer: "Leave Beyoncé Alone"
The New York senator has no beef with Beyoncé, despite a report in the New York Post , a source tells BuzzFeed. Chuck thinks the lip-synching controversy is “a big nothingburger.” Schumer poses for a...
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Democrats Organize Against Virginia Electoral College Changes
Republicans are trying to turn the blue state red. WASHINGTON — The Democratic National Committee is organizing against proposed changes to the way Virginia allocates electoral college votes that...
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Obama "Welcomes" Senate Immigration Deal, Refuses To Endorse
Carney says it “mirrors” Obama's approach. White House Press Secretary Jay Carney Image by Kevin Lamarque / Reuters WASHINGTON — White House Press Secretary Jay Carney said Monday that President...
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