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Obama: Economy's Moving In Right Direction, But Not Fast Enough
The president pushed again for action on legislation aimed at giving small businesses more incentives to hire.
'Recovery Summer' Ends With Economic Pothole
This was supposed to be the season the economy heated up, thanks to a wave of public works projects funded by the government's stimulus program. But summer is coming to an end and the recovery has not taken root. Forecasters are expecting another gloomy employment report on Friday.
Study: Cash For Clunkers Was A Wash
The program didn't bring any new buyers into the market, a study found. But it encouraged people who would have bought a car anyway to make a purchase a few months sooner.
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Podcast Yes, ScuttleButton No
The war is over, says Obama. The fight is over, says Murkowski. And, says Ron Elving and Ken Rudin, it's time for the latest episode of the podcast.
And The Winner Of The August Political Junkie Primary Contest Is ...
Lots of people who entered my August Political Junkie primary election contest predicted Joe Miller over Lisa Murkowski in Alaska. But no one got them all correct, and thus no one -- once again -- wins the contest.
And The Reason To Vote For You, Gov. Brewer, Is ... Is ... ???
Jaw-Dropping Video: Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer, presumably comfortable in front of an audience, had a brain freeze during her debate with Democratic opponent Terry Goddard.
California Sen. Boxer, Fiorina Face Off In Debate
In blue, blue California, Democratic Sen. Barbara Boxer is in the fight of her political life. Her challenger: Carly Fiorina, the former Hewlett-Packard CEO. The two met in a debate Wednesday night.
Does A Concession Mean It's Over?
Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski has conceded her primary battle with challenger Joe Miller. But what if -- for argument's sake -- the remaining votes all went to Murkowski? Would she win, even if she conceded?
Boxer, Fiorina Spar in California Senate Debate
The recession and how to turn around the state's 12.3 percent jobless rate dominated the debate
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Sen. Murkowski Concedes To Tea Party Favorite
Joe Miller, a conservative with Tea Party-backing, defeated Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski in a close primary election. It was a stunning upset for a two-term senator whose family has been prominent in Alaska politics for 30 some years.
Tony Blair On War, Globalization And 'My Political Life'
The former prime minister of the United Kingdom's memoir, My Life: A Political Journey, is on sale in the U.S. Blair spoke to Steve Inskeep about Iraq, globalization and his political career.
Why The Tea Party Is Like A Starfish, Not A Spider
What do Wikipedia and Craigslist have in common with the Tea Party movement? They succeed by being decentralized, says Rod Beckstrom, co-author of the management book The Starfish and the Spider.
Forgiveness In Fla.: Reconciling After GOP Primary
Florida's Republican primary race for governor was a divisive one, and the Democratic candidate, Alex Sink, has been using it to her advantage. Now the GOP nominee, Rick Scott, is reaching out to former foes to create a united front. But some GOP leaders, including his former opponent, have not yet come on board.
The Pursuit Of Trivia On Talk Of The Nation, And A Lodge Mistake
Some dispute over language during today's trivia question on NPR's Talk of the Nation. The question: Before Lisa Murkowski, who was the last woman elected senator or governor to be defeated in the primary?
The Big Issues Of The 2010 Elections
There's still another major round of primaries left in 2010, but the true political junkies have their eyes locked on November's midterm elections. And the top issues seem clear: the economy, tax cuts, Afghanistan, health care, gay marriage and immigration.
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GOP Promises Detailed Agenda, If Not A 'Contract'
Democrats say Republicans are the "Party of No." Now, with the midterm elections fast approaching, GOP leaders in the House are preparing to unveil their agenda. The plan will draw comparisons to Newt Gingrich's 1994 "Contract with America" manifesto.
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This Week's Junkie Segment On TOTN: Campaign Themes For November
Still catching our breaths over the shocking result in the Alaska GOP Senate primary, we spend this week's Political Junkie segment on NPR's Talk of the Nation focusing on what are likely to be the campaign themes for November.
Obama's Oval Office Address: The Mixed Messages Piled Up
Caught as he is in the backwash of Bush's agenda and the backlash against his own, the president wanted the country to hear a few other things he has on his mind.
Calif. Lawmakers Reject Plastic Bag Ban
California lawmakers have rejected a bill seeking to ban plastic shopping bags after a contentious debate over whether the state was going too far in trying to regulate personal choice.
Elections 2010: Primary Calendar
See when each state will cast primary ballots for the top races at stake in the 2010 midterm elections. Up on Nov. 2: 37 Senate, 37 gubernatorial and all 435 House seats.
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