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wordpress.redstate.com - 12/9/2008
More ethical concerns about Charlie Rangel.
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Well, I don’t like revisiting the subject. It’s easily fixed: boot the guy from his committee chairmanship. Anyway, I missed this latest about Rep Rangel’s murky ways from last week, but (via Instapundit ) the New York Post is happy to highlight it for our attention:  ...

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nytimes.com - 12/3/2008
Rangel Responds - Interactive Graphic
— nytimes.com — Break ). The article was based on weeks of reporting, including an extensive review of Congressional records, public statements and news media accounts of the legislation as it was written, as well as interviews with dozens of people involved in the ... (more) Rangel Responds - Interactive Graphic

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openleft.com - 12/4/2008
Anonymous Industry Sources Control Congress
— openleft.com — There's a widespread debate in media circles about how often to use anonymous sources, and I understand why it is sometimes necessary.  That said, the practice is now so commonly abused that many journalists feel no compunction whatsoever in ... (more) Anonymous Industry Sources Control Congress

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voices.washingtonpost.com - 12/8/2008
Are Republicans on the March?
— voices.washingtonpost.com — In the wake of an election cycle dominated by bad news for Republicans, the last five days have been a welcome relief. Georgia Sen. Saxby Chambliss cruised to a runoff victory last Tuesday, and House Republicans held Louisiana's 4th district... (more) Are Republicans on the March?

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News — ... off to include more candidates like Cao, Atlantic colleague Ross Douthat chimes in, pointing out Cao’s Asian-American, Catholic heritage. FROM THE BLOGS: [image] Our Enemy, the Payroll Tax (Revisited) – Ross Douthat [image] Breitbart’s Big Hollywood – Scott, Powerline [image] Encouraging Debate on Afghanistan – Chris Bowers, Open Left [image] From a Gay, Christian Conservative – D. Sanders, The Moderate Voice [image] More About Charlie Rangel – Moe Lane, RedState [image] Big 3 ...

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