The automatic spendings cuts set to go into effect March 1 will have dire consequences for the most vulnerable Americans.Â
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On “Emboldening” Republicans
Good decisions seldom come from worrying whether the other side thinks you’re weak.
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Now Hiring: A Few Good Judges
The D.C. Circuit Court is a critical battleground for national issues that affect millions of Americans. Why, then, is Obama not filling its four vacancies?
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Three’s a Crowd
The two-party system isn’t going anywhere—it’s stronger now than ever.Â
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The Ridiculous, Unprecedented Filibuster of Chuck Hagel
Republicans are breaking with years of tradition in filibustering President Obama’s choice for Secretary of Defense.
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Explaining the Farce of the Hagel Hearings
Republicans just don’t feel much incentive to know a lot about policy when they’re in the opposition.
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Inaugural versus SOTU
Did President Obama follow up on all the progressive policies he mentioned in his inaugural address?
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The Return of the Balanced Budget Amendment
Republicans’ singular focus on deficit reduction is less about the economy, and more about repairing the fractous GOP.
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The President’s Dream State
In his address last night, Obama outlined a bold progressive agenda. Too bad it doesn’t stand a chance in Congress.
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Anonymous Is Interested in You
Hacktivists continue to carve out new modes of political action.
