Women In Politics

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Congresswoman asks for probe into disappearance

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Jennifer Waters’ Consumer Confidential: Secrets to keeping your credit score high
A happy consequence of this Great Recession is that Americans are widely expected to be better consumers.

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Bestselling books the week of 5/6/10, according to IndieBound*
What’s selling best in independent bookstores across America.

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U.S. Looks a Lot Like Greece: Firing Line
Greece’s problems are eerily similar to those in the U.S.

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Grads have degrees, memories, lots of debt
Colleges and universities across the state will award degrees to thousands of graduates during commencement exercises this weekend. In addition to memories, students will take with them debt: Heavy, brand-new-car-level debt.

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The Argonaut earns commendation from CNPA in Better Newspapers Contest
The Argonaut has received a commendation from the California Newspaper Publishers Association (CNPA) for an entry into the 2009 CNPA Better Newspapers Contest.

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For young chief of staff, a close tie to the boss
Mikael Moore, the 31-year-old chief of staff for Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.), went to work for her six years ago as a bottom-rung staff assistant. He rose to become her scheduler, communications director and, finally, 2 1/2 years ago, found himself to be a logical candidate to take over as the … United States – Illinois – University of Illinois – Education – Colleges and Universities

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Sh**ty Deal? Goldman Gains $549M after Grilling
Investment Firm Dealt Public Relations Blow during Senate Hearing, but Shareholder’s Don’t Appear to Care

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House panel passes bill on flood insurance reform
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House Financial Services Committee has passed House Resolution 5114, the Flood Insurance Reform Priorities Act of 2010, which contains provisions written by U.S. Rep. Jerry Costello that would prevent mandatory purchase requirements for flood insurance from taking effect for five years.

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Letters and Comments for April 23, 2010
I’ve had the pleasure of living in this beautiful community for 13 years, and have come to love each and every facet that makes us unique to Oregon. One of the biggest draws for me is how this area feels like family.

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