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Madam Slams Spitzer's Ethics Talk
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An unlikely speaker will deliver a talk Thursday at Harvard University's center for ethics: Eliot Spitzer. The former New York governor resigned in 2008 amid revelations that he had spent thousands of dollars on prostitutes. And the madam who ran the business is outraged. Says Kristin Davis, right: "Why do we continue to promote dirty politicians?"
Hero Cop Describes Fort Hood Shooting
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Poll: Grouchy Public Sticking With Obama
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Even though the country has become more pessimistic, President Barack Obama still enjoys the confidence of a majority of Americans. An Associated Press-GfK poll shows that he has an approval rating of 54 percent. But it also says the number of people who think the country is heading in the wrong direction has increased.
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Democrats Wrestle With Abortion Issue
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As if Democrats didn't have enough to worry about in overhauling health care, the weighty issue of abortion has suddenly rocketed to the forefront of the debate, dividing lawmakers and threatening the party's ability to pass reform legislation. So, will the Senate pass a measure with abortion restrictions like the House just did?
Also: Bill Clinton to Jump Into Fray
Also: Bill Clinton to Jump Into Fray
Gift Card Scandal Dogs Baltimore Mayor
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Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon goes on trial for an unusual form of corruption -- spending thousands of dollars in gift cards that had been donated for needy families. Dixon persuaded wealthy donors to fund the cards, then allegedly blew the proceeds at Best Buy, Old Navy, and Target. If convicted, she will be forced to step down as mayor.
The Republican Who Voted Yes
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Freshman Republican Joseph Cao of Louisiana, the only one in his party to support the House health care reform bill, explains his vote as some conservatives denounce him and others defend him. Cao brushes off the GOP chairman's warning of retribution for those who break from the party line.
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