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Wednesday, December 05, 2012
The Salt
Milk Producers Peer Over The Dairy Cliff
December 5, 2012 The expiration of the farm bill has left dairy farmers without a milk pricing program — and a safety net. While all farmers are watching closely, milk producers face an environment where cow feed costs more than cow milk.
It's All Politics
Is A Recess Appointment Valid If The Senate Says It's Not Really Gone?
December 5, 2012 President Obama and Senate Republicans have different views when it comes to what counts as "recess." A federal appeals court is now weighing the question in a case challenging three of Obama's appointments.
The Salt
Palestinian Olive Harvest Turns Bitter As Economy Sputters
December 5, 2012 Olive trees symbolize peace and freedom for the Palestinian people, but the economic realities of living in the West Bank are making it harder than ever to cultivate and harvest this traditional food source.
Tuesday, December 04, 2012
Social Security's COLA At Stake In 'Fiscal Cliff' Talks?
December 4, 2012 The Republican plan to avert the "fiscal cliff" includes a proposal that would change the way inflation is calculated. The change could result in savings of billions, but its getting pushback from Democrats and groups like AARP.
It's All Politics
For Tea Party Activists In Florida, The Health Care Battle Goes On
December 4, 2012 Even in a state where top Republicans led the legal battle against Obamacare, there's recognition now that Florida has to act fast to comply with the new law. But many Tea Party members are still calling on state lawmakers to reject the health care law.
It's All Politics
Obama And Boehner Call It Negotiation; The Rest Of Us Are Permitted To Laugh
December 4, 2012 As the president and House speaker try to lead the nation away from the so-called fiscal cliff, experts in the art of negotiation say they're not impressed. "Much of this process is theater," says one. "I think that now, everyone needs to shut up and get to work."
The Two-Way
Report: Benghazi 'Talking Points' Watered Down By CIA, Not White House
December 4, 2012 "Officials from a cross-section of agencies" tell The Wall Street Journal that references to al-Qaida were removed to protect sources. Those sources say the White House did not drive that decision. The wording, used by U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice, has come under criticism.
It's All Politics
Obama Starts His Second Term By Bringing Tougher Talk
December 4, 2012 In his first term, President Obama was criticized as caving to Republicans too early, too often. Since his re-election, he has subtly changed his approach. He's bringing a more aggressive style — but some critics say it's not the best way to find common ground.
Monday, December 03, 2012
It's All Politics
Obama And Boehner Are Still Far Apart On Fiscal Cliff, But Don't Panic — Yet
December 3, 2012 Brinkmanship has long been a mainstay in Washington politics, and so it is still. Which is why it might be too early to give up hope that President Obama and congressional Republicans can reach a "fiscal cliff" deal despite how far apart the sides were Monday.
