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Is Obama’s “deferred action” plan an attempt to finally deliver his promised immigration reform? Or is it just a token attempt to win votes in 2012?

Obama's deferred action "DREAM Act" is not immigration reform

The tragic events in Aurora, Colorado should not be dismissed as just

Gun control after Aurora: Political opportunism or opportunity for conversation?

As Republicans and Democrats accuse each other of sabotaging American capitalism, no one seems to realize just how bad the problem has gotten.

Obama and Romney: Generals in America's class war

The Supreme Court’s decision to uphold Obamacare has made one thing clear: Republicans have the advantage going forward.

Supreme Court healthcare decision gives Romney and GOP the advantage

The short-sightedness of the “Taxpayer Protection Pledge” authored by Grover Norquist is now clear: Republican lawmakers are actually starting to ignore it.

Grover Norquist losing influence over GOP policy

America desperately needs healthcare reform. That's why the Supreme Court needs to pass Obamacare in its entirety this week.

Obamacare: the answer to America’s need for healthcare reform

Senate Democrats and Republicans have different ideas about how far the government should go to protect infrastructural networks. They are missing the most important point.

Senate debate over cyber security bill fails to address privacy concerns

Four-dollar gas couldn’t come at a worse time for Obama. Sustainable energy is in the long-term interest of America, but pain at the pump stands in the way of progress.

Obama’s energy policy a clear target for Republicans and industry leaders

Several weeks after the death of Trayvon Martin, the American Legislative Exchange Council tries to back away quietly from Stand Your Ground – and fails to take responsibility for their role in a national tragedy.

ALEC's pathetic response to criticism over Stand Your Ground

The Tea Party held their fourth annual “Tax Day” event in Orlando on Sunday. It was a less-than-inspiring experience as the movement becomes a victim of its own rhetoric.

The once formidable Tea Party is fading fast

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