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Tim Pawlenty reflects on presidential race
Former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty's decision to drop out of the Republican presidential race reflected the uncomfortable reality: He was the wrong man for the moment.
(By Amy Gardner)
Geithner, Bernanke take on new crisis
The Treasury secretary and the Fed chief don't have the same tools and support they had when they faced the economic crisis in 2008.
(By Zachary A. Goldfarb and Neil Irwin)
Republican race snaps into focus
A GOP presidential campaign that has been slow to take shape now has top tier of Romney, Bachmann, Perry.
(By Dan Balz and Philip Rucker)
Lack of diversity marks debt panel
The "supercommittee" roster is now complete, and it reflects a problem that has plagued Congress.
(By Felicia Sonmez)
Afghan widows form community on hill
In a society that offers them little, women in Kabul find what they need by living together.
(By Joshua Partlow)
POLITICS
Obama ditching DC to mingle with heartland voters, return to grassroots campaigning
WASHINGTON — Over the next few days the country will get a glimpse of a President Barack Obama rarely seen in recent months — the one who engages with voters, not lawmakers, and kicks back in Midwestern diners, not just the Oval Office.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Obama launches political counteroffensive this week with Midwest trip amid GOP campaign buzz
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama launches a political counteroffensive this week, weighed down by a stunted economy, wilting support among some of his most ardent backers, and a daily bashing from the slew of Republicans campaigning for his job.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Md. lawmakers, lobbyists meet in Ocean City
Players in political power circles gather in Ocean City for the annual Maryland Association of Counties meeting — the group's not-to-be-missed August gathering that doubles as its not-so-subtle launch for a yearly blitzkrieg of lobbying.
( by Aaron C. Davis , The Washington Post)
Republican race snaps into focus
A GOP presidential campaign that has been slow to take shape now has top tier of Romney, Bachmann, Perry.
( by Dan Balz and Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
Pawlenty ends presidential bid
Former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty's decision to drop out of the Republican presidential race reflected the uncomfortable reality: He was the wrong man for the moment.
( by Amy Gardner , The Washington Post)
STYLE
Ask Amy: Toxic relationship requires restraining order
Couple in their 60s is involved in a dangerous dance involving cops and protection orders.
(, Tribune Media Service)
Hints From Heloise: A solution for grease and grime
Ammonia, rubbing alcohol and dish soap make an easy all-purpose cleaner.
(, King)
He left his wife, but wants to watch baby's delivery
Her husband moved out and lives with his girlfriend, leaving the wife seven months pregnant. Now he wants to be in the delivery room.
(, The Washington Post)
Names & faces
Chanel's politics and pilgrimages to Graceland.
(, The Washington Post)
Unearthed photos put artist in spotlight
Mike Mitchell, a longtime D.C. photographer, had fallen on hard times when he dug out of storage some of his earliest professional pictures — of the Beatles' first concert on U.S. soil.
( by Manuel Roig-Franzia , The Washington Post)
SPORTS
AP Interview: Norway's Espelund brings high ideals as 1st woman to join UEFA high command
NYON, Switzerland — With the reputation of world soccer leaders at an all-time low, Karen Espelund's elevation to high office was well timed.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Weekend Sports in Brief
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — In a major filled with unfamiliar names, Keegan Bradley delivered an unforgettable finish.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Spagnuolo pleasantly surprised that Rams whistled for only 2 penalties in preseason opener
ST. LOUIS — Coach Steve Spagnuolo was impressed with the St. Louis Rams in their preseason opener, especially with the fact that they committed only two penalties.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Breakout season only leaves Raiders' Reece wanting for more
NAPA, Calif. — Marcel Reece is listed as the Raiders' starting fullback on the team's depth chart.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Keegan Bradley goes from the mountaintop to PGA champion, capturing trophy with stirring rally
JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Keegan Bradley was 12 years old, standing on top of the mountain in the middle of another brutal Vermont winter.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
WORLD
Bermuda prepares for Tropical Storm Gert as it moves over Atlantic
HAMILTON, Bermuda — People in Bermuda hauled their boats onto beaches and shuttered their homes as Tropical Storm Gert neared the wealthy British archipelago on Monday.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Cameron says England's riots show nation in 'slow-motion moral collapse,' must reverse course
LONDON — Prime Minister David Cameron declared Monday that Britain faces a battle to find its moral compass following four days of riots that left five people dead, thousands facing charges for violence and theft, and at least 200 million pounds ($350 million) in property losses.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Chinese city's decision to move chemical plant shows influence of rising middle class
DALIAN, China — Chinese authorities' swift decision to close and move an urban chemical factory after weekend street protests underscores the ruling Communist Party's fear of alienating the increasingly outspoken middle class.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
More than 50 dead in attacks across Iraq
BAGHDAD — An Iraqi spokesman says 25 people were killed when two bombs exploded in a market in a city southeast of Baghdad.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Egypt's Mubarak back in court for trial with his sons, scuffles outside courtroom
CAIRO — Former President Hosni Mubarak returned to a Cairo court Monday on a stretcher for the next session of his trial on charges of corruption and complicity in killing protesters during Egypt's uprising.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
ComPost Live with Alexandra Petri
The Compost, written by Alexandra Petri, offers a lighter take on the news and political in(s)anity of the day.
(, vForum)
Opinion Focus with Eugene Robinson
Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson discusses his recent columns and the latest news in a live Q&A.
(, vForum)
Debt Ceiling drama: Why Jonathan Capehart thinks your voice needs to be heard
In his Post-Partisan blog post today, Opinion writer Jonathan Capehart said that "Folks should be marching on the Capitol" in protest of the way the debt issue is being handled. Do you agree?
(, vForum)
Chatological Humor: Monthly with Moron
Gene Weingarten takes polls and chats about his recent columns.
(, vForum)
ComPost Live with Alexandra Petri
The Compost, written by Alexandra Petri, offers a lighter take on the news and political in(s)anity of the day.
(, vForum)
TECHNOLOGY
Google's U.S. Mobile Head Talks Local Intent, M-Commerce, Geo-Targeting And More
( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com)
uTest Doubles Down On Security Features, Partners With Veracode
( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com)
BUSINESS
German ministers reiterate 'no' to jointly guaranteed European sovereign debt bonds
BERLIN — Germany's finance minister has reiterated his country's firm opposition to issuing jointly guaranteed European sovereign bonds.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Oil hovers above $85 a barrel in Asia as stock markets regain footing after last week's swings
SINGAPORE — Oil prices hovered above $85 a barrel Monday in Asia as stock markets regained their footing after wild swings last week amid concerns about a slowing U.S. economy and worsening European debt crisis.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Swiss franc tumbles on reports central bank plans to set target range for euro exchange rate
GENEVA — The Swiss franc tumbled Monday following reports that the Swiss National Bank is planning to set a temporary target range for the currency's exchange rate with the euro.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Saab-owner to raise more cash for troubled car maker with new share issue
STOCKHOLM — The owner of Sweden's Saab is issuing new shares under a €150 million ($214 million) equity facility to keep the troubled car maker afloat.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Legal beef: Sara Lee, Kraft wage wiener war in fed court to determine if ad laws were broken
CHICAGO — The nation's two largest hot dog makers are taking their legal beefs Monday to federal court in Chicago, where a judge will determine whether Oscar Mayer or Ball Park franks broke false-advertising laws in their efforts to become top dog.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
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