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Wealth gap widens distance between lawmakers, constituents
Between 1984 and 2009, the median net worth of a member of the House more than doubled, according to a Post analysis.
(By Peter Whoriskey)
Paul's record marked by bold strokes, futility
Ron Paul has become a surprising force in the GOP presidential race, promising cutbacks across government. But he's had limited success using his current pulpit to rally lawmakers behind his ideas.
(By David A. Fahrenthold)
Did Ron Paul write racist newsletters? (Fact Checker biography)
FACT CHECKER | Ron Paul denies responsibility for racially charged newsletters that bore his name on the masthead. How much blame does he deserve for the publications?
(By Josh Hicks)
Man gets his life back, one step at a time
Victor Robinson, an advocate for the disabled, suffered an epileptic seizure four months ago, fell in front of an oncoming Metro train and lost part of his right leg. Now, he's learning to walk on a prosthetic and is eager to return to work.
(By Dana Hedgpeth)
What were the government's biggest "oops" moments of 2011?
Whether it was a public relations headache, a major management meltdown, or disagreements that prompted weeks of uncertainty, federal agencies and top goverment officials provided plenty of fodder this year for their critics — and the news media.
(By Ed O'Keefe)
NATION
A troubling example of Pentagon spending
FINE PRINT | Production of the next-generation F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters should serve as a cautionary tale of cost overruns the Pentagon can't afford.
(, The Washington Post)
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METRO
Federal Faces: Melissa S. Creary
Melissa S. Creary of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Division of Blood Disorders is implementing a program focused on sickle cell disease and other blood disorders.
(, The Washington Post)
Gloria Said obituary
Gloria Said, 69, an interior designer who later did office work at Georgetown University, died Dec. 3.
(, The Washington Post)
George W. Schnabel obituary
George W. Schnabel, 85, a salesman and sales manager who later ran an executive search and placement company, died Nov. 20.
(, The Washington Post)
3 held in connection with robbery attempt
Three men were arrested after police said they tried to hold up a convenience store in Prince George's County, which has seen a string of 7-Eleven robberies.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
UC-Berkeley and other 'public Ivies' in fiscal peril
Across the nation, a historic collapse in state funding for higher education threatens to diminish the stature of premier public universities and to erode their social mission.
( by Daniel de Vise , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
What were the government's biggest "oops" moments of 2011?
Whether it was a public relations headache, a major management meltdown, or disagreements that prompted weeks of uncertainty, federal agencies and top goverment officials provided plenty of fodder this year for their critics — and the news media.
( by Ed O'Keefe , The Washington Post)
Federal Faces: Melissa S. Creary
Melissa S. Creary of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Division of Blood Disorders is implementing a program focused on sickle cell disease and other blood disorders.
(, The Washington Post)
A last footrace for Iowa's uncertain voters
With a week to go before the Iowa caucuses, six candidates are in a sprint to win a contest that leading strategists say is up for grabs.
( by Philip Rucker and Dan Balz , The Washington Post)
Former ICE worker pleads guilty in travel voucher kickback case
Investigation continues of scheme in which the agency paid for fake Washington hotel stays of temporary employees who actually rented a house that was owned by a supervisor.
( by Andrew Becker Center for Investigative Reporting , The Washington Post)
Paul's record marked by bold strokes, futility
Ron Paul has become a surprising force in the GOP presidential race, promising cutbacks across government. But he's had limited success using his current pulpit to rally lawmakers behind his ideas.
( by David A. Fahrenthold , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Control wrapped in a pretty package
Readers give the advice: Overly lavish gifts can be a form of control.
(, The Washington Post)
Theater: New York Notebook
The theater district's fall season has lacked any genuine megawatt thrills, with only a few exceptions.
( by Peter Marks , The Washington Post)
The birth of an embassy
South Sudan's independence means the newborn nation has to establish its presence in Washington.
( by Emily Wax , The Washington Post)
The Singles File: Best of 2011
Find out which tracks The Singles File deems the year's best.
(, The Washington Post)
Top 10 films
"Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol" claimed the holiday weekend's top spot.
(, The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: Dec. 27
(, The Washington Post)
Wizards' opening night turns into a tired old tease
After a promising start, the Wizards' opening night devolves into a tired act we've seen before.
(, The Washington Post)
Wizards drop season opener to Nets
The Wizards' Nick Young scores 16 points off the bench, but Washington lets a 21-point lead slip away.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)
Slow start dooms Capitals
Washington allows four goals to four Buffalo players in the first period and loses to the Sabres, 4-2.
( byKatie Carrera , The Washington Post)
The cost of strength
Virginia's pursuit of Evan Marcus demonstrates value college football programs place on strength coaches.
( by Steve Yanda , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
Al-Qaeda-allied group claims Baghdad attacks
The Islamic State of Iraq calls it the "Thursday Invasion" and says it "knows where and when to strike."
( by Dan Morse , The Washington Post)
Grim toll as cocaine trade expands in Honduras
Violence explodes in Honduras as drug mafias expand their networks deeper into Central America.
( by Nick Miroff in SAN PEDRO SULA, Honduras , The Washington Post)
A troubling example of Pentagon spending
FINE PRINT | Production of the next-generation F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters should serve as a cautionary tale of cost overruns the Pentagon can't afford.
(, The Washington Post)
Iraq's political uncertainty intensifies
Lawmakers linked to anti-U.S. cleric Moqtada al-Sadr called Monday for new elections.
( by Dan Morse , The Washington Post)
Plea for help from Homs as violence grows in Syria
The Syrian army is besieging neighborhoods in the restive city, say activists, who claim that 100 people have died in the past four days.
( by Alice Fordham , The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
Welcome to Facebook's new 'cool space'
Workers roam with laptops, meet on sofas and scribble on walls at Facebook Inc.'s new Silicon Valley headquarters.
( by Dan Levy Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
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EDITORIAL
Triumphing over crime
Why have crime rates continued to plunge?
(, The Washington Post)
The Italian job
Monti's battle against economic stagnation.
(, The Washington Post)
A shift for the better
An improved schedule for D.C. firefighters.
(, The Washington Post)
A brainpower revolution
Policymakers must start thinking big.
(, The Washington Post)
Another Iraq casualty
A terrible blow to nuclear nonproliferation.
( by Jessica T. Mathews , The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Wealth gap widens distance between lawmakers, constituents
Between 1984 and 2009, the median net worth of a member of the House more than doubled, according to a Post analysis.
( by Peter Whoriskey , The Washington Post)
After-holiday bargains
The day after Christmas fell on a Monday when many people didn't have to work. Instead, throngs of shoppers headed to the stores.
( by Tara Bahrampour and Jia Lynn Yang , The Washington Post)
Welcome to Facebook's new 'cool space'
Workers roam with laptops, meet on sofas and scribble on walls at Facebook Inc.'s new Silicon Valley headquarters.
( by Dan Levy Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
A note on the numbers
( , The Washington Post)
Hard Choices Loom in Boehner's Home State as Benefits Expiring
After trying for two years to find work, John Reat says he's renegotiating his mortgage and may have to tap his retirement savings next month if Congress doesn't extend his unemployment benefits of $375 a week.
( by Mark Niquette Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
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