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Analysis: Victories rekindle GOP’s hope

The Obamas’ marriage is an ongoing negotiation

Bailout fuels era of Wall St. wealth

ACORN’s woes strain ties to Dems

Biden no longer a lone voice on Afghanistan

Lobbyists fight plans to cut health costs

U.S. mortgage backer may need bailout

First lady’s slave roots revealed

4 senators’ worries reflect health challenge

Obama aides act to fix safety net

Obama’s looming Afghanistan decision

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Abortion could roil Senate health care debate

High court looks at life in prison for juveniles

Obama marks win, but challenges mount

Advice for Obama: Knock heads on health care

Palin says she’s back on Twitter

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White House, Lobbyists Still at Odds

Senate Confirms Judge to 4th Circuit

E.P.A. Intervenes on Video

Club for Growth Endorses Rubio

The Early Word: Calendar Crunch

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