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Student debt: How big a risk does it pose to the economy?Student debt represents a financial challenge for America, some economists say, but in a way that's different from the big buildup in mortgage debt that led to a deep recession.
John Edwards's trial: a cad, or a cad and a felon?John Edwards' trial turns on whether $1 million from heiress Bunny Mellon and another donor was a bid to influence an election 鈥� hence an illegal campaign contribution 鈥� or merely an effort to cover up an extramarital affair.
Student loans: Romney, congressional GOP race to embrace studentsAs President Obama puts a spotlight on student loans, Mitt Romney says that he, too, supports extending the 3.4 percent interest rate 鈥� and blames the president for poor job prospects for college graduates.
Tough Arizona immigration law rattles state's LatinosThe Arizona immigration law has led some illegal immigrants to聽move elsewhere. But those who remain, as well as law-abiding Latinos,聽are worried about discrimination and even indiscriminate immigration聽sweeps.
Obama slipping among young white votersObama won white voters ages 18 to 29 in 2008 by 10 percentage points over the GOP's John McCain, according to a recent Pew Research poll. He leads Mitt Romney among that group by only two points.
Could Newt Gingrich win the Delaware primary?Newt Gingrich has spent a lot of time in Delaware and racked up a key endorsement Monday. In a low-turnout primary, anything could happen.
Student loans: Obama's bid to rekindle 'Yes We Can' among youthsYoung voters aren't as enthusiastic as they were four years ago, meaning turnout could decline. So Obama is touring universities in North Carolina, Colorado, and Iowa to talk about student loans.
Mitt Romney's five biggest liabilities as GOP nominee Typically, an election with an incumbent president on the ballot is a referendum on him. But President Obama is trying to turn the tables. So what exactly does Mitt Romney bring to the table, in both positive and negative ways? Here are the liabilities:
Six 2012 races where the tea party counts After playing kingmaker in the 2010 election cycle, the tea party movement is having a less prominent role in 2012. But its support or opposition could swing some key races and even determine whether Republicans win control of the Senate. Here are six US Senate contests where the tea party could make a difference.
Rob Portman for the GOP veep? Not if 2008 is any guideTwo-thirds of state Republican Party chairs and members of the Republican National Committee say Sen. Rob Portman (R) is both the best and most likely veep pick for Mitt Romney. But it's still early.
Ted Nugent: Will anti-Obama rant cost him more gigs?Fort Knox canceled an appearance by shock rocker Ted Nugent at the Army post's annual summer concert. And two city councilmen in Bangor, Maine, are calling for the cancellation of a Nugent show on the city鈥檚 waterfront.
Mitt Romney's five biggest assets as GOP nominee Typically, an election with an incumbent president on the ballot is a referendum on him. But President Obama is trying to turn the election into a choice, saying in effect that America's problems will get much worse under the other guy. So what does Mitt Romney bring to the table? Here are five assets.
FocusArizona immigration law: states vs. Obama at US Supreme Court, againThe US Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Wednesday concerning the tough Arizona immigration law. Key question: Does the state statute usurp federal authority to set immigration policy?
Martin O'Malley for president in 2016? He drops a few hints.At a breakfast with reporters Friday, Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley (D) insisted it was too soon to talk about 2016. But some comments suggested a run for president might have crossed his mind.- Martin O'Malley for president in 2016? He drops a few hints.At a breakfast with reporters Friday, Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley (D) insisted it was too soon to talk about 2016. But some comments suggested a run for president might have crossed his mind.
Smoke the shad, press the flesh: a Virginia political ritual past its prime?Republicans dominate one of Virginia's oldest political events, the annual 'Shad Planking' in Wakefield. This is no longer Democrat-friendly turf, but attendees still see reason for Democratic candidates to come.
Keystone XL pipeline: New route, new problems for Obama?President Obama blocked the Keystone XL pipeline in January, saying Congress didn't allow enough time to assess the project. TransCanada has now proposed a new route though sensitive areas of Nebraska, and Republicans are trying to do an end run around Obama.聽
Ted Nugent meets Secret Service: Was he singled out?Ted Nugent said he met with two 'fine, professional' agents, and the Secret Service called the issue of his remarks about Obama 'resolved.' The meeting, it appears, was nothing out of the ordinary.
'Shad Planking' offers window on US Senate race in VirginiaOily, bony fish? Check. Baked beans? Check. Politics? You betcha! GOP US Senate hopeful George Allen gave the keynote speech at 'Shad Planking 2012' in Virginia. Why was Democratic rival Tim Kaine a no-show?
Olympics vs. dancing horse: Which one defines Mitt Romney?The athletic competition Mitt Romney is most closely associated with is the Olympics. But the Romneys have a horse competing in this week's freestyle dressage World Cup finals.
