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Music

In The Mailbox, An Uncanny Postscript from Pete Seeger

January 31, 2014 • Months ago, Kim Alexander sent a letter to folk musician and activist Pete Seeger, professing her gratitude for his music and asking his advice. One day after Seeger's death, Alexander found his response waiting in her mailbox.

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Politics

When It Comes To Cuts, Pentagon Claims An Eye On The Future

January 16, 2014 • The Pentagon responds to backlash about the veterans pension cuts included in the proposed congressional budget deal. The cuts, which extend to survivors' benefits and special compensation for combat, have riled veterans groups and several lawmakers.

When It Comes To Cuts, Pentagon Claims An Eye On The Future

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Politics

Hopes Dim For Long-Term Extension To Jobless Benefits

January 14, 2014 • The Senate is still struggling to find a way to pay for an extension of unemployment benefits for those out of work for 26 weeks or more. Majority leader Harry Reid agreed to bring up five Democratic and five Republican amendments in hopes to winning enough Republicans over to get to the 60 votes needed for passage.

Hopes Dim For Long-Term Extension To Jobless Benefits

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Politics

Christie Delivers Statewide Address Under Increased Scrutiny

January 14, 2014 • Embattled New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie delivered his State of the State address on Tuesday. The address came at an awkward time for Christie, who faces a widening investigation into politically-motivated lane closures at the George Washington Bridge. Christie acknowledged the scandal but tried to steer the conversation toward education and other second-term priorities.

Christie Delivers Statewide Address Under Increased Scrutiny

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Politics

Beyond The Bridge, Christie Faces Questions About Sandy Funds

January 13, 2014 • The federal government is investigating the Christie administration's decision to use some funds earmarked for recovery from Superstorm Sandy toward advertisements promoting tourism, which also featured Gov. Christie and his family. The governor is already being scrutinized for a traffic jam apparently ordered by his top staff members, allegedly as political payback. Robert Siegel speaks to Matt Katz about the investigations.

Beyond The Bridge, Christie Faces Questions About Sandy Funds

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Sports

In NFL Playoffs, Excitement Does Little To Dim Injury Concerns

January 10, 2014 • Playoffs in the National Football League enter the divisional round with eight teams still vying to play for the Super Bowl. Sportswriter Stefan Fatsis speaks to Audie Cornish about the dominant storylines of the weekend, including quarterback matchups and an unsettling upward trend in injuries.

In NFL Playoffs, Excitement Does Little To Dim Injury Concerns

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Latin America

Prison Violence Spills Into Brazilian Streets

January 9, 2014 • Decapitation, rape and murder headline violence in the overcrowded prisons in one of Brazil's poorest states, the bastion of a politically powerful family. Recently, the violence has even spilled out of the prisons and into the streets.

Prison Violence Spills Into Brazilian Streets

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National

The Bridge On The River Hudson

January 9, 2014 • The George Washington Bridge has been at the heart of the controversy surrounding Chris Christie recently. But the bridge is more than just a political prop; it's an icon. We learn a few facts about this famous span over the Hudson River.

The Bridge On The River Hudson

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Congress Rings In The New Year With Another Budget Deadline

January 9, 2014 • In mid-January, the funding bill that ended the October government shutdown will expire, and congressional budget-writers are still not ready to unveil the trillion-dollar "omnibus" bill to keep the lights on. If the House and Senate cannot come to an agreement soon, lawmakers might have to resort to yet another temporary measure.

Congress Rings In The New Year With Another Budget Deadline

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Politics

Rubio Questions LBJ's Legacy On Poverty

January 8, 2014 • On the 50th anniversary of President Johnson's declaration of a war on poverty, Florida Republican Sen. Marco Rubio delivers a speech declaring the war a failure and outlining a plan of his own to help those living in poverty.

Rubio Questions LBJ's Legacy On Poverty

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World

Between U.S. And India, One Diplomat Stirs Dispute

January 8, 2014 • The diplomatic dispute between the U.S. and India over allegations of visa fraud continued on Wednesday. U.S. prosecutors plan to indict an Indian diplomat on charges that she lied on a visa application for her domestic servant; the diplomat denies the allegations. The Indian government has objected to the way the matter has been handled and has introduced a number of restrictions on the activities of U.S. diplomats in India.

Between U.S. And India, One Diplomat Stirs Dispute

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Politics

Republicans Pipe In About Poverty and Inequality

January 7, 2014 • Poverty and income inequality have long been staples of the Democratic Party platform, but they haven't often been high priorities. This year, that appears to be changing, and what's more, some Republicans seem eager to join the conversation.

Republicans Pipe In About Poverty and Inequality

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Law

U.S. Supreme Court Halts Gay Marriages In Utah

January 6, 2014 • The U.S. Supreme Court has unanimously granted a stay in the Utah gay marriage case, putting a stop to the weddings until an intermediate appeals court has heard and ruled on the matter. It could be a potentially precedent-setting case.

U.S. Supreme Court Halts Gay Marriages In Utah

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Explanatory 'Verticals' Give Big-Name Journalists More Power

January 3, 2014 • Ezra Klein, founder of The Washington Post's Wonkblog policy website, is planning to leave the Post, according to a report in Friday's The New York Times. The Times says the Post's new owner, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, and the Post's publisher turned down Klein's request for a dollar amount in "eight figures" to launch a new explanatory journalism venture. It's a boom time for so-called "content verticals" among news operations, with new projects being launched by the Times, The Wall Street Journal and ESPN, among others.

Explanatory 'Verticals' Give Big-Name Journalists More Power

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Sports

Winter Weather Could Impact NFL Playoffs

January 3, 2014 • The NFL playoffs start this weekend with two games each on Saturday and Sunday. The weather may be a big factor in games in Green Bay, Cincinnati and Philadelphia.

Winter Weather Could Impact NFL Playoffs

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