'Petty Personal Politics': the culture in DC and a short-changed America
Many political spectators and analysts alike would agree that the climate in Washington has been the most volatile in decades. But what is interesting to note is that many outside ...Opinions: Why students should support the fiscal cliff deal
The deal that Vice President Joe Biden and Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell struck to avoid the fiscal cliff does several good things that people should be satisfied with—especially college students. ...Two rejected plans later, the people weigh in on fiscal cliff solutions
If all else fails, then we'll just have to Thelma and Louise it...Get Global: International news roundup
The U.S. fiscal cliff issue is having ramifications worldwide. Revolts in Egypt again. South Africa's economy slipping. China and India cooperating. Portugal raises taxes. What's happening with Argentina's debt?45,000 Massachusetts workers may lose unemployment benefits
It is estimated that 45,000 Massachusetts residents may lose unemployment benefits right after the Christmas holidays if the government decides not to extend the benefit program currently in place.As fiscal cliff looms, GOP adherence to anti-tax pledge wanes
Result of going over the fiscal cliff? Taxes will go up for all Americans on Jan. 1.Just what is the 'fiscal cliff'?
The fiscal cliff could lead to a loss of roughly one million jobs over the next two years and a significant decrease in GDP, how do we avoid it? ...