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Major Global Banks Split on Regulation Battle
The world's top banking gurus aren’t sure how to fight back against a global push for tougher financial regulation, with commercial and investment banks struggling to reach common ground, …
E.J. Dionne Jr. | Thank You, Justice Alito
Washington - The nation owes a substantial debt to Justice Samuel Alito for his display of unhappiness over President Obama's criticisms of the Supreme Court's recent legislation — excuse …
James Perry’s Run for Mayor of New Orleans
Can a social justice candidate win an election in the new New Orleans?
Tony Blair Defends Iraq Invasion During Heated Testimony Before Inquiry Panel
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair invoked the terror of 9/11 as he defended his support for the invasion of Iraq during an appearance Friday at Britain's inquiry into …
Legislation to Counter Supreme Court’s Campaign Finance Ruling Gaining Support
In the wake of last week's sweeping 5-4 Supreme Court ruling, which struck down several longstanding prohibitions on corporate political contributions, Democratic lawmakers are proposing legislation to counter some …
Why the US Needs a Holistic Approach to Yemen
Americans must appreciate the underlying crises that shape the current situation in Yemen.
Obama’s Score on Gender: B
The Obama administration has gotten at least one thing right on U.S. foreign policy: its emphasis on empowering women and their rights around the world.
Homeless Often Hidden in Tennessee
“Tent City” is a place hidden out of sight and historically out of mind. It sprawls over a mud-rutted, brush-tangled acre of landscape nestled under a network of highway …
Regardless of Polls, Afghans Say Mood in Country Is Worsening
Kabul, Afghanistan - There is a loud sound of head-scratching in Kabul these days as Afghans and foreigners alike ponder the results of a poll conducted jointly by ABC …
State of the Union Address Highlights Issues Examined by Center for Public Integrity
A series of recent Center for Public Integrity stories provide an illuminating reality check on some of the points made by President Barack Obama last night in his first …