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Job-growth is sputtering. So why, exactly, do regressive Republicans continue to say “no" to every idea for boosting it —
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Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny and his former business partner were released from custody Friday, one day after they were each sentenced to at least four years in an embezzlement case.
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Warning: The following program features graphic footage of political animal attacks and cultural corruption. Viewer discretion is advised.
I spent Tuesday in the Senate talking to the people who could, if they so chose, pass legislation in response to the Edward Snowden contretemps.
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Senate blocks entry to hearing on campaign finance reform
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"I come to Howard today, not to preach, or prescribe some special formula for you but to say I want a government that leaves you alone, that encourages you to write the book that becomes your unique future."
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Due to decisions that are beyond my control, CPAC 2013 has been cancelled for The Political Commentator. If things change, TPC will hopefully be in attendance at CPAC 2014!
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Americans have been shamed many times by their elected representatives who cravenly bow to vested interests and betray the American people.