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Postelection Fights Will Rattle Markets

This lame-duck Congress will have big issues to tackle in little time. Feathers are sure to fly.

Fixing the Budget: Don't Hold Your Breath

Waiting for the election to solve America’s fiscal problems? Guess again.

Why Republicans Will Budge on Taxes

The debt deal will require the GOP to choose between small tax changes and massive military cuts. In the end, the defense hawks will rule.

Consumers: The Recovery Can't Rebound Without Them

The debt ceiling debacle and stock market slide have blunted consumer confidence.

So Long, Speaker Boehner?

With tea partyers reluctant to negotiate, he has only bad choices as the default deadline looms.

14 Ways to Spend $1 Trillion

The latest estimate says the government will spend $1.5 trillion more than it takes in this year. Imagine what that means in terms we can all understand.

A State of the Union Thaw in Washington

Parties make nice as Obama’s speech nears. But can it last?

A State of the Union Thaw in Washington

Parties make nice as Obama’s speech nears. But can it last?

The Debate Ahead: Republican vs. Republican

Forget fighting with the Democrats. Soon, Republicans will be fighting with themselves.

When It Comes to the Penny, Washington Makes No Sense

It costs more to make pennies than they're worth, so why bother?

Washington's Next Stimulus Plan

Congress is readying an economic booster shot that should deliver jobs, economic growth -- and a bigger deficit.

How to Profit in Today's Economy: The Debt Paradox

Amid record federal deficits, there are opportunities for investors and consumers.

Pork Still Works for Most Voters

Public anger at government spending and the rising debt still seems to stop when proposed cuts hit close to home.

Are Federal Workers Overpaid?

Republicans are building the case for a government pay freeze -- and eventually a cut -- as a way to reduce the deficit.

Debt Panel Begins to Get Serious

The outlook is still pretty grim, but setting parameters is an important beginning.

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