Why It Wasn’t a ‘State of the Union’ Address

The first address by the president to a joint session of Congress is called just that:…

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Why Eleanor Holmes Norton Is Optimistic about D.C. Statehood

GEN: Why is statehood such an important issue for D.C.? Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton: Well, with…

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Why Is Congress So Old?

Americans under the age of 40 are radically underrepresented in Congress. The incoming Congress is the most…

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The White House Blew Her Cover. Can This Ex-Spy Fight Her Way Back to D.C.?

After the Supreme Court declined to hear her lawsuit against Bush officials, Plame and her husband,…

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A Historic Number of Women Are Running For Congress. Again.

These are the nine to watch. Iowa State Rep. Ashley Hinson, a Republican running in Iowa’s…

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Where is our money?

Millions of Americans are still waiting to see what little stimulus is available to them. For most…

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