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Tuesday

Author Interviews

'All The Truth Is Out' Examines How Political Journalism Went Tabloid

Fresh Air

Matt Bai says that while voters have always cared about candidates' characters, some news used to be off limits. His new book looks at Gary Hart's 1987 affair that destroyed his political ambitions.

'All The Truth Is Out' Examines How Political Journalism Went Tabloid

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Secret Service Director To Face Tough Question At House Hearing

Lawmakers will question Secret Service Director Julia Pierson on how a man was able to jump the White House fence, cross the lawn and get into the White House before being stopped by agents.

Secret Service Director To Face Tough Question At House Hearing

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In Michigan, A Low-Key Campaign For A High-Stakes Senate Seat

Terri Lynn Land walks in the Labor Day Parade in Romeo, Mich., on Sept. 1. Land has made some public appearances like this one but overall is running a low-key race in the state. Paul Sancya/AP hide caption

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In Michigan, A Low-Key Campaign For A High-Stakes Senate Seat

GOP candidate Terri Lynn Land is taking it slow when it comes to public events. Her opponent, Democrat Rep. Gary Peters, leads in polls, but the race is close.

In Michigan, A Low-Key Campaign For A High-Stakes Senate Seat

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Monday

Massachusetts Governor's Race In A Dead Heat

Republican businessman Charlie Baker is beginning to inch ahead of Democrat Martha Coakley. Democrats are increasingly worried that Coakley may stumble and disappoint the party as she did in 2010.

Massachusetts Governor's Race In A Dead Heat

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In N.H. Race, A Rematch Of A Rematch

Then-incumbent Rep. Frank Guinta, R-N.H., and then-Democratic challenger Carol Shea-Porter debate during a Sept. 2012 forum at St. Anselm College in Manchester, N.H. Guinta, who lost to Shea-Porter in 2012, is running for his old seat in 2014. David Lane/AP hide caption

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In N.H. Race, A Rematch Of A Rematch

Voters in New Hampshire's 1st District have swung back and forth in recent congressional elections. This year, Democratic Rep. Carol Shea-Porter meets former GOP Rep. Frank Guinta for the third time.

In N.H. Race, A Rematch Of A Rematch

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Sunday

With The End In Sight, Holder Reflects On His Legacy

U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, shown speaking at the Congressional Black Caucus legislative conference on Friday, will be stepping down from his position as soon as a replacement is appointed. T.J. Kirkpatrick/Getty Images hide caption

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National

With The End In Sight, Holder Reflects On His Legacy

Attorney General Eric Holder tells NPR's Carrie Johnson that he's sorry his parents couldn't see Obama's tribute to him on Thursday — and that his greatest regret hit home on a visit to Newtown.

With The End In Sight, Holder Reflects On His Legacy

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National Security

Some Democrats At Odds Over Obama's Claim To Airstrike Authority

President Obama did not seek permission from Congress to launch airstrikes last week. Legal experts and some lawmakers question how valid his claims for action are.

Some Democrats At Odds Over Obama's Claim To Airstrike Authority

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Saturday

Obituaries

Ohio's James Traficant Dies, Days After Accident On Farm

The Ohio politician whose career included 17 years in Congress and a conviction for bribery has died at age 73. He was critically hurt in a tractor accident earlier this week.

Ohio's James Traficant Dies, Days After Accident On Farm

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Why Youngstown, Ohio, Loved 'Jimbo' Traficant

Former U.S. Rep. James Traficant, seen here during a House Ethics Committee hearing in 2002, served seven years in prison on federal bribery and racketeering charges. Traficant died on Saturday. He was 73. Joe Marquette/AP hide caption

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Obituaries

Why Youngstown, Ohio, Loved 'Jimbo' Traficant

Former congressman Jim Traficant, who died Saturday at age 73, served prison time for bribery and racketeering. But he always remained popular in Youngstown — a city that felt abandoned by others.

Ohio's James Traficant Dies, Days After Accident On Farm

Former Rep. James Traficant, seen here arriving at a House ethics hearing in 2002, has died at age 73. Mark Wilson/Getty Images hide caption

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The Two-Way

Ohio's James Traficant Dies, Days After Accident On Farm

The Ohio politician whose career included 17 years in Congress and a conviction for bribery has died at age 73. He was critically hurt in a tractor accident earlier this week.

Ohio's James Traficant Dies, Days After Accident On Farm

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For Michigan Political Ads, The Tigers Are The Big Game In Town

Detroit Tigers Victor Martinez (left) and Torii Hunter celebrate Martinez's two-run home run against the Minnesota Twins on Thursday. Paul Sancya/AP hide caption

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It's All Politics

For Michigan Political Ads, The Tigers Are The Big Game In Town

Why do advertisers love buying time for political ads during Detroit Tigers baseball games?

For Michigan Political Ads, The Tigers Are The Big Game In Town

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Is Obama's War-Powers Shift Hypocrisy, Or Inevitable For A President?

Despite his liberal bona fides and campaign objections, President Obama's foreign policy decisions look very much like those of his predecessors.

Is Obama's War-Powers Shift Hypocrisy, Or Inevitable For A President?

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How To Keep 'Political Order': Make Modest Promises, And Deliver

Francis Fukuyama, a former neo-conservative thinker, says that people worldwide still want democracy, but many transitioning nations are ill-equipped to give it to them.

How To Keep 'Political Order': Make Modest Promises, And Deliver

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