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National Review: In Health Care, Cure Trumps Insure

The National Review

October 29, 2010 • The national debate over health care has focused on paying for insurance, but James P. Pinkerton of the National Review argues that our dollars would be better spent in research and development so that we can cure diseases, and not just treat them.

The New Republic: Governors As Health Care Allies

The New Republic

October 29, 2010 • The Affordable Care Act, often called the health care overhaul, is under the threat of repeal by House and Senate Republicans. Harold Pollack of The New Republic argues that if President Obama wishes to work with the GOP on funding the policy, he should turn to the governors, who are held accountable for the uninsured in their states.

The Root: Obama's Economic Policies Benefit Blacks

The Root

October 28, 2010 • The Obama administration has come under criticism for its lack of job creation and economic growth, but Cord Jefferson of The Root argues that many of its accomplishments have gone unnoticed. In fact, the administration has implemented many policies that serve and protect minority communities.

Black Progress A Mixed Bag In The UK

October 28, 2010 • NPR's Lee Hill takes a look at race relations in Great Britain. Blacks in the U.K. wrap up celebrations of October as Black History Month against a backdrop of racial tension.

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Politicians Play The China Card

October 27, 2010 • Guest blogger Jeff Yang explores how politicians are using the Chinese culture as a political weapon in Mid-Term election campaigns.

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Foreign Policy: The Skinny Jeans Theory Of Decline

Foreign Policy

October 27, 2010 • Japanese male culture seems to be putting less emphasis on career, and more on relaxation and quality family time. Some have decried this trend as the takeover of the country by "lackadaisical men in tight-fitting pants," but Joshua Keating of Foreign Policy argues that this does not signal a national economic decline. In fact, it seems to indicate a happy, healthy country.

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Foreign Policy: Why Democracies Don't Get Cholera

October 26, 2010 • An outbreak of cholera sweeping through Haiti has killed hundreds and sickened thousands more. Commentator Joe Amon of Foreign Policy argues that the disease is avoidable, but it takes a stable government with a commitment to preventing foreseeable health risks.

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The New Republic: The Legalization Battle

The New Republic

October 26, 2010 • Proposition 19 in California would legalize the possession and small scale cultivation of marijuana, and in addition could begin to tax the drug's sale. Ed Kilgore of The New Republic argues wavering support for the measure could be a sign for Democrats not to rely on enthusiastic teens to legalize marijuana.

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Foreign Policy: Blame Blair For Britain's Budget

Foreign Policy

October 26, 2010 • Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has published a memoir justifying his attempts to strengthen the bond between his country and the U.S. William Inboden of Foreign Policy argues Blair's legacy in part accounts for the deep cuts that Britain is making in its domestic spending – cuts that hurt the alliance with the U.S.

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Housing Resentment

October 25, 2010 • Jeff Parker and Brian Farrington take bank shots on the foreclosure crisis.

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The New Republic: How Secret Money Buys Elections

The New Republic

October 25, 2010 • The flood of campaign contributions let loose by the Citizens United Supreme Court decision is having an effect on the midterm elections. An effect, commentator E.J. Dionne of The New Republic says, that is changing the election process and keeping voters in the dark.

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Foreign Policy: What HBO Can Teach Tom Donilon

Foreign Policy

October 25, 2010 • The Obama administration recently announced that because Tom Donilon has replaced Jim Jones as national security advisor, his deputy and successor will be Denis McDonough, a member of the President's inner circle. David Rothkopf of Foreign Policy argues that there will never be trust between the two men, because like Tony Soprano, Donilon will always be looking out for the machinations of his deputy.

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National Review: Can Carly Close The Deal?

The National Review

October 25, 2010 • Polls have shown that California Republican candidate Carly Fiorina is tied with, or trailing her democratic opponent by only a few points, even though California has voted for Democratic presidential and senatorial candidates since 1992. Commentator Katrina Trinko of the National Review argues that this election in California will come down to who the voters trust to create jobs. And with President Obama's approval ratings dropping, that might just be the Republicans.

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Party Politics Or The Politics Of Partying?

October 25, 2010 • Between the backstabbing and the partying, American politics can feel a lot like a college sorority. Commentator P.J. O'Rourke says the challenge is to enjoy the social scene without flunking out of school.

Party Politics Or The Politics Of Partying?

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