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» West clings to hope for peace in Ukraine
The diplomatic maneuvering is a sign that Western leaders hesitate going beyond sanctions to stop Putin.
» White House extremism summit more symbolism than substance, experts say
It gave Obama an opportunity to bring together 60+ foreign delegates, but there were few concrete takeaways.
» Byron York: White House traps itself in terrorism word games
The president’s aversion to using the word “Islamic” has made it hard for officials to discuss world events.
» Electric groups warn of power shortages with power-plant rule
The rule, due for finalization this summer, is the centerpiece of President Obama’s climate change agenda.
» The obstacle to business tax reform: Individual rates
Whether Obama’s economic team can come up with an idea Republicans can accept remains to be seen.
» Editorial: Note to EPA: Ideological fervor is not an alternative source of energy
Fanaticism is trumping science and technical knowledge at the Environmental Protection Agency.
» Timothy P. Carney: Influence peddling, green energy, and romance: An Oregon Love Story
The former governor’s first lady, Cylvia Hayes, used her position to steer energy and economic policy.
» Library drama complicates Obama’s Chicago legacy
Experts on presidential libraries say the consternation around the selection process is unprecedented.
» FDA warns patients of instruments tied to ‘superbug’ deaths
The scopes are extremely hard to clean, and even using the manufacturer’s instructions won’t get everything.
» Philip Klein: This poll is a bad sign for Rand Paul’s presidential prospects
With the growing atrocities by ISIS, more Americans favor sending ground troops to Syria and Iraq.
» Republicans aim to curb Obama’s monument designations
Obama has used the Antiquities Act 16 times, more than any other, except for Clinton and Teddy Roosevelt.
» Watchdog: Podesta, Palmieri Wyss links could be problem for Hillary Clinton in 2016
Podesta and Palmieri are linked to Hansjorg Wyss, a reclusive Swiss billionaire and controversial donor.
» Republican Senate Committee raises $2.5 million in January
The NRSC ended January with $4.1 million in cash on hand and $10 million in campaign debt from the midterms.
