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Why the GOP loves to hate the Democrats' Buffett ruleFor Republicans, the danger in disavowing the so-called Buffett rule, a tax hike on millionaires, is that Democrats can paint them as the party that protects the rich. But they believe they can prevail with voters by fighting it. Here's why.
Lilly Ledbetter and Ann Romney: Gone in six secondsA day that started with the Romney team's silence on Lilly Ledbetter's fight for equal pay ended with Ann Romney's first tweet – in praise of the (unpaid) stay-at-home, hard-working mom.
Buffett rule: Five questions about Obama's plan answered President Obama wants a proposed "Buffett rule" to make sure that millionaires pay at least a 30 percent federal tax rate. Here are five facts that shed light on the Buffett rule and the debate surrounding it.
What Ozzie Guillen got right about Fidel CastroOK, Ozzie Guillen was undeniably insensitive to the Cuban-American community when he said he respected Fidel Castro as a survivor. But he didn't get the facts wrong.
Jerry Brown's Waterloo Station? California high-speed rail takes a new hit.A congressional committee says it will investigate federal funding for California's embattled high-speed rail project. California Gov. Jerry Brown's continued support is making him an increasingly lonely voice.
Ron Paul: Rick Santorum exit could provide openingWith Rick Santorum's exit Tuesday, the GOP race is down to three, and Ron Paul becomes Mitt Romney's biggest threat. Paul can't win, but he could stop Romney from beating Obama.
What the 'Buffett rule' reveals about Obama tax reform plansPresident Obama is pushing Tuesday for the so-called Buffett rule – a proposal to ensure that millionaires pay a higher rate on federal income taxes than the middle class. He and Democrats see it as a guarantee that the rich will pay more, even if Congress again extends the Bush tax cuts.
Buffett Rule: Could it backfire on Democrats?Democrats are campaigning for the Buffett Rule, which would ensure millionaires pay federal taxes at a higher tax rate. But polls show 'fairness' doesn't motivate key independent voters.
How should Mitt Romney shift his campaign now?Mitt Romney is moving closer to sewing up the GOP nomination – and is acting like the presumptive nominee. But he has a lot of work ahead to catch President Obama in the polls.
How Bo and other 'first dogs' contribute to White House Easter Egg RollBo dons bunny ears for a White House notice about the White House Easter Egg Roll on Monday. But he's not the first presidential pooch to wear special headgear for the occasion.
Americans spread blame for high gas prices, foresee $4.75 a gallonAmericans foresee, on average, gas prices at $4.75 a gallon within three months, shows a Christian Science Monitor/TIPP poll. They most blame the oil industry and Wall Street. But they expect politicians to act.
Mitt Romney's problem with women voters: views from a battleground stateIn Virginia, a 2012 battleground state, women prefer Obama to Mitt Romney by 13 percentage points, polls show. Analysts say Virginia reflects the national outlook, which could bode well for the president come November.
'Morning Joe' host: GOP establishment thinks Mitt Romney will lose to ObamaMitt Romney's path to the nomination seems secure – but as conservative Joe Scarborough bluntly put it Wednesday, Republicans aren't confident about his chances in the fall.
Candidates' wives: What will they bring to the 2012 electionWhile only the candidate will be on the ballot in November, voters cannot ignore their wives. But what do they bring to their husbands' presidential campaigns? And do they have favorable views?
The Hunger Games: Should Ron Paul be a Hunger Games super fan?The Hunger Games tells us: If you can provide for yourself, you can make it through. If it's government help you want, the price may be your very life.
FocusGender gap daunting for GOP: Why women's vote is keyThe gender gap for the next election is daunting for Mitt Romney as President Obama leads the likely GOP nominee among women in major polls. With simply more women voters, can he overcome it between now and November?
- Officials tout record roundup of 'criminal aliens,' Obama immigration policy
A federal operation last week netted more than 3,000 'criminal aliens' nationwide, US immigration officials said Monday. They also defended Obama's immigration policy as 'sensible.'
Why Wisconsin primary could be start of something big for Mitt RomneyWith a decisive win Tuesday in the Wisconsin primary, Mitt Romney could finally claim the mantle of the inevitable GOP nominee. Wisconsin is also important to the Republican Party as a potential battleground state in November.
- The faith factor: A Santorum voter trusts conservative values
Faith is a big factor in Santorum voter Brian Weldy's politics: He believes that if Christians do right, economic recovery will follow.
Cover StoryThe faith factor: Religion's new prominence in campaign 2012Whose beliefs matter? From birth control to taxes, religion is playing an unprecedented role in campaign 2012.
