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A wide racial gap for presidential pardons
A review of the selection process over the past decade shows results heavily favored whites.
(By Dafna Linzer and Jennifer LaFleur)
Cain suspends his campaign for 2012 GOP nomination
Herman Cain, a little known businessman who became a frontrunner in the Republican presidential race, suspended his campaign Saturday following allegations of an extramarital affair and claims of sexual harassment.
(By Sandhya Somashekhar and Krissah Thompson)
Republican hopefuls try to make their case at Huckabee forum
Gingrich tries to solidify position as front-runner by answering questions posed by attorneys general who are leading charge against President Obama's agenda.
(By Philip Rucker)
Can Romney prevail if few are excited about him?
The former Massachusetts governor is rapidly becoming a one-man political experiment, testing the theory that the ability to connect with voters is a prerequisite for a winning campaign.
(By Dan Balz)
Debate rises over impact of Medicare pay cuts
Failure of congressional panel to reach deal on debt could trigger mandatory reductions.
(By N.C. Aizenman)
NATION
Massive declassification backlog at National Archives
The agency has been clearing a backlog of nearly 400 million pages of material that should have been declassified a long time ago.
( by Peter Finn , The Washington Post)
Debate rises over impact of Medicare pay cuts
Failure of congressional panel to reach deal on debt could trigger mandatory reductions.
( by N.C. Aizenman , The Washington Post)
In Gaza, lives shaped by drones
Israel's close-quarters conflict with Palestinians offers a vivid view of remote-controlled combat and of the lives of those affected by these tools of modern war.
( by Scott Wilson , The Washington Post)
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METRO
Two intruder incidents reported near Georgetown University
Two Georgetown University students who live near each other each reported an intruder in their living quarters.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
After raid, D.C.'s Thomas can still count on support
What happened after the federal raid on D.C. Council member Harry Thomas Jr.'s home left little doubt that he retains a solid base of support as he fights allegations that he diverted more than $300,000 in public funds for his private use.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)
One supreme estate sale at justice's home
It was a rare glimpse into the inner chambers of old Washington society: an estate sale at the home of the late Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart.
( by Tara Bahrampour , The Washington Post)
Delivering Christmas to Tangier Island
After 42 years, the residents of the small Virginia island still delight in the Holly Run, where pilots fly in toys, holly and Christmas cheer.
( by Susan Svrluga In Tangier Island, Va. , The Washington Post)
Painter Manon Cleary dies at 69
Manon Cleary, 69, was a photo-realist painter and free spirit at the center of the D.C. arts scene.
( by Matt Schudel , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Republican hopefuls try to make their case at Huckabee forum
Gingrich tries to solidify position as front-runner by answering questions posed by attorneys general who are leading charge against President Obama's agenda.
( by Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
After raid, D.C.'s Thomas can still count on support
What happened after the federal raid on D.C. Council member Harry Thomas Jr.'s home left little doubt that he retains a solid base of support as he fights allegations that he diverted more than $300,000 in public funds for his private use.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)
Frank is fishermen's friend in Congress
To New England's battered fishing fleet, the Massachusetts Democrat has been a steady and effective ally who can't be quickly replaced.
( by Jay Lindsay , The Washington Post)
Rushern Baker's first year a time of challenges and victories
Prince George's County Executive Rushern L. Baker III marks his first year in office Tuesday, working to emerge from the long shadow cast by the arrest of his predecessor, Jack Johnson.
( by Miranda S. Spivack , The Washington Post)
Cain explains his decision
GOP presidential contender Herman Cain explained why he was withdrawing from the GOP primary race for the presidential nomination.
(, The Washington Post)
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STYLE
A mom's toxic boyfriend drama
Her mom's cheating boyfriend has her on an emotional roller-coaster, and the daughter is getting sucked into the drama.
(, The Washington Post)
Saint Knickerbocker's elves
Holiday markets in New York City.
( by Andrea Sachs , The Washington Post)
ZooLights is a rare treat for families
Thousands of eco-friendly lights decorate the zoo's trees, walkways and buildings. And you get the rare chance to see the zoo's residents after the sun has set.
(, The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
Fox needs to be more consistent
The Redskins and Seahawks began exchanging words and shoves during the pregame coin toss, but viewers were given little coverage.
(, The Washington Post)
Briar Woods 31, Grafton 0
( by Paul White , The Washington Post)
Virginia Tech falters in rematch
The Hokies can't move the ball consistently against Clemson in the ACC championship, losing to the Tigers for the second time this season.
( by Mark Giannotto , The Washington Post)
TV and radio listings: December 4
TV and radio listings: December 4
(, The Washington Post)
GMU has little trouble with Towson
The Patriots build a big lead, then coast, much to Coach Paul Hewitt's dismay.
( by Steven Goff , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
Arrests on U.S.-Mexico border down sharply
Arrests of illegal migrants trying to cross the southern U.S. border have fallen to levels not seen since the early 1970s, a historic shift that could reshape the debate over immigration reform.
( by Nick Miroff and William Booth , The Washington Post)
Yemeni president hands over power, but little changes
More than a week after President Ali Abdullah Saleh handed over authority to his vice president, the autocrat still exerts enormous presidential power.
( by Sudarsan Raghavan , The Washington Post)
Latin America might help IMF
Countries that once needed aid might now help provide a buffer against European spillover.
( by Juan Forero , The Washington Post)
Egypt's media, Twitter probe Islamist gains
Data trickling out confirm dominance of religious parties in first stage of nationwide poll.
( by Alice Fordham , The Washington Post)
In Gaza, lives shaped by drones
Israel's close-quarters conflict with Palestinians offers a vivid view of remote-controlled combat and of the lives of those affected by these tools of modern war.
( by Scott Wilson , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Lockridge library?
The wrong name for a new D.C. building.
(, The Washington Post)
No monitors please — we're Russian
Mr. Putin acts to shield voting for parliament from scrutiny in a stage-managed democracy.
( by Editorial , The Washington Post)
Extend the payroll tax cut
The struggling economy needs another temporary boost
( by Editorial , The Washington Post)
Ethics and the D.C. Council
Last week alone was full of evidence of the need for reform.
( by Editorial , The Washington Post)
Heroes springing to action at L'Enfant Plaza
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Futures and options
(, The Washington Post)
Beware the holiday retail sales hype
Surveys of shoppers suggested that holiday retail sales climbed 16 percent from last year. They did not; it was hype.
(, The Washington Post)
Steven Pearlstein: A testament to leadership
At a time when inspiring leadership seems to be in such short supply, it's worth celebrating those who are doing it and reflect on the reasons for their success.
(, The Washington Post)
Gaming your financial system
Money Habitudes, a deck of cards people can use to explore their financial attitudes, is the Color of Money Book Club selection for December.
(, The Washington Post)
Herman Cain's path to politics
A map of Herman Cain's transformation from business executive to political figure.
( by Brady Dennis , The Washington Post)
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