John Aschroft resignation letter

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Sanford survives as lesser evil Dec. 17: South Carolina governor Mark Sanford has managed to avoid criminal prosecution and impeachment in part because the people of South Carolina are tired of hearing about his scandal but also because the lieutenant governor who would replace him is also unpopular.

Insurgents tapping predator drone feeds Has the left departed on health reform? Senators team with religious right on reform obstruction Astroturf campaign becomes Hooters whodunit

Panel looks ahead to 2010 Dems: GOP takeover just 'hyperbole' Nelson not yet prepared to be 60th vote

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