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Georgia to Be Home to First Nuclear Reactors Since Three Mile Island

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Lissa Clouser) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:59:54 EDT

On Thursday, Feb. 9, the NRC voted to grant the first license for a new nuclear reactor on American soil in more than three decades.

Contributor: Lissa Clouser
Published: Feb 10, 2012

What Does the Santorum Sweep Really Mean?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Conor Simao) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:10:57 EDT

An analysis of the GOP race after the unexpected results of the February 7th GOP primary.

Contributor: Conor Simao
Published: Feb 08, 2012

Westboro Baptist Church Protesters Are a No Show in St. Peters

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Rita Hiscocks) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:01:47 EDT

Westboro Baptist Church protesters only show up for one of their two planned protests at St. Louis area high schools Monday morning. Neither darkness nor fog deters nearly 500 counter protesters at Fort Zumwalt East, but the WBC only shows in Clayton.

Contributor: Rita Hiscocks
Published: Feb 07, 2012

Virgin Fathers 15 Kids; More on the Way

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Angela Woods) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:47:23 EDT

Trent Arsenault is a 35-year-old virgin who is the father of 15 children. He has been offering his free services as a do-it-yourself sperm donor since 2006. The FDA isn't happy.

Contributor: Angela Woods
Published: Feb 08, 2012

Mitt Romney Takes Nevada Caucus Victory

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kristin Watt) — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:55:29 EDT

The Republican is running for the GOP presidential nomination.

Contributor: Kristin Watt
Published: Feb 05, 2012

Stock Markets Hit Highs; is Pullback Coming?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jared Feldman) — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:10:07 EDT

Despite another strong week on the US stock markets, it is becoming abundandly more apparent that a pullback is near.

Contributor: Jared Feldman
Published: Feb 04, 2012

Who Works for Minimum Wage?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alex Wibholm) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:16:49 EDT

There are arguments on both sides of the minimum wage battle. Let’s dig into the real numbers to get the whole story.

Contributor: Alex Wibholm
Published: Feb 07, 2012

Unemployment Rates Fall, but Voters Are Still Faced with a Difficult Decision

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Samantha Van Vleet) — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:06:30 EDT

The nation's unemployment rates have fallen for the first time in years, but even with the fall, unemployment rates are still the lowest they have been during any presidential election since the Great Depression. Voters are now facing a difficult decision

Contributor: Samantha Van Vleet
Published: Feb 04, 2012

Precinct Caucus: An Exercise in Grassroots Democracy or Futility?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sue Cauhape) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:00:12 EDT

A precinct caucus in Nevada proves to be confusing and nothing more than a preference vote.

Contributor: Sue Cauhape
Published: Feb 06, 2012

Is Romney’s Nomination All but Assured?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jared Feldman) — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:37:51 EDT

Why Mitt Romney is on track for the GOP nomination.

Contributor: Jared Feldman
Published: Feb 04, 2012

Groundhog Day 2012: Punxsutawney Phil Has Competition

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sylvia Cochran) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:28:02 EDT

The Punxsutawney Area Chamber of Commerce announces that Groundhog Day 2012 is a bust for spring lovers. Punxsutawney Phil was coaxed out of its burrow at 7:25 a.m. and delivered a wintery prediction. Do fellow groundhogs concur?

Contributor: Sylvia Cochran
Published: Feb 02, 2012

Susan G. Komen Foundation Quits Planned Parenthood Partnership

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alethea Pape) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:34:21 EDT

Since 2005, the breast cancer charity donated money to Planned Parenthood. On Jan. 31, the Susan G. Komen Foundation ended the alliance.

Contributor: Alethea Pape
Published: Feb 01, 2012

President Obama Piles on Another Trillion Dollars of Debt

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Matthew Smith) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:17:51 EDT

For the fourth year in a row President Obama will run a one Trillion dollar budget deficit according to the Congressional Budget Office. The CBO also predicts continued high unemployment and slow economic growth.

Contributor: Matthew Smith
Published: Jan 31, 2012

Healthcare Mandate on Contraceptives Creates Outrage

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Angela Woods) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:11:04 EDT

A new health care law forces employers to provide insurance that covers FDA-approved prescription contraceptives 100%. Some church-related organizations are outraged that they may have to pay for something the church itself condemns.

Contributor: Angela Woods
Published: Jan 31, 2012

Does Mitt Romney Have a Commercial Space Vision?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mark Whittington) — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:46:30 EDT

While Newt Gingrich’s approach to space policy would be heavily weighted toward encouraging the private sector, space observers have been wondering how much the Mitt Romney approach, once it is formulated, will rely on commercial space.

Contributor: Mark Whittington
Published: Jan 29, 2012

Rick Santorum's Campaign: What's Wrong With This Picture?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Hugh Houchin) — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 12:34:35 EDT

Although Rick Santorum has a political messsage that appeals to a portion of the electorate, he can't get it to the electorate because of a lack of money. Why does the electorate follow the candidate who carries the glitter of the green?

Contributor: Hugh Houchin
Published: Jan 28, 2012

Demi Moore Call -- Example of 911 System Successes or Failure?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sylvia Cochran) — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:05:05 EDT

The Los Angeles Times released details of the confusion surrounding the Demi Moore 911 call, which resulted in a delayed response by paramedics. Looking back on the recent history of the Los Angeles 911 system, it may actually be a study in success.

Contributor: Sylvia Cochran
Published: Jan 28, 2012

Ron Paul Packs Them In In Maine

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sherry Tomfeld) — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:47:20 EDT

Ron Paul may be missing in Florida, but Maine knows he's around. For 2 days, despite bad weather, huge crowds have turned out to listen to Paul. Can Maine give Paul a win?

Contributor: Sherry Tomfeld
Published: Jan 28, 2012

The Five-Second Rule Works for Hearts, Too

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Satchel Ford) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:24:39 EDT

My two year old drops strawberries, medics drop hearts. Either case, the five-second rule works. Thank goodness for the sake of Erika Hernandez.

Contributor: Satchel Ford
Published: Jan 26, 2012

House Republicans Question Safety of Chevy Volt Batteries

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Brian Koenig) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:40:28 EDT

House Republicans railed against the Obama Administration Wednesday during a hearing on General Motor’s Chevy Volt, after a probe conducted by the federal auto safety agency ruled that the electric cars’ batteries are not prone to causing fires.

Contributor: Brian Koenig
Published: Jan 26, 2012

Kentucky Educational System vs. Creationist Theme Park

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (JD Stockman) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:46:39 EDT

Governor Beshear pushes for new cuts to the education system budget in his $19 billion plan but leaves the tax break of a controversial Creationist theme park alone.

Contributor: JD Stockman
Published: Jan 26, 2012

Rand Paul 'Detained' at Nashville Airport, Refuses Pat-Down

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Brian Koenig) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:15:15 EDT

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky. was reportedly detained Monday morning when he refused a fully body pat-down after an abnormality was found in a full body scanner.

Contributor: Brian Koenig
Published: Jan 23, 2012

Final 45 Hours of Secretly Taped John F. Kennedy Recordings Released

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Maxine Nelson) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:00:32 EDT

Listen to what President Kennedy discussed before leaving for Dallas on November 21, 1963. Hot topics included the Vietnam War and 1964 re-election campaign. These secret tape recordings came from the last few months of his presidency.

Contributor: Maxine Nelson
Published: Jan 25, 2012

Remembering Joe Paterno

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Paul Rados) — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:53:57 EDT

Joe Paterno was once the face of Penn State and one of the most respected coaches in all of football, both collegiate and professional. His life was filled with innumerable successes that have been overshadowed in recent months by controversy. He died S

Contributor: Paul Rados
Published: Jan 22, 2012

Abortion Activists Rally on the 39th Anniversary of Roe V. Wade

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (R. Elizabeth C. Kitchen) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:54:15 EDT

Sunday, January 22, 2012 marked the 39th anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision made by the Supreme Court.

Contributor: R. Elizabeth C. Kitchen
Published: Jan 23, 2012

Harvard University Studies the Placebo

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Daniel J. Vest) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:58:11 EDT

Harvard studies new information on the placebo effect.

Contributor: Daniel J. Vest
Published: Jan 24, 2012

The End of the Kodak Legacy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (JD Stockman) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:29:35 EDT

These are a few final words highlighting a national legacy to photography and film and it's many accomplishments.

Contributor: JD Stockman
Published: Jan 24, 2012

How Newt Gingrich Won South Carolina

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Giuseppe Giannet) — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 06:29:51 EDT

The ground is shifting beneath the feet of the Republican candidates, and Mitt Romney is in danger of falling through the cracks. In a stunning turn-around, Newt Gingrich stole the South Carolina primary from Romney in short order.

Contributor: Giuseppe Giannet
Published: Jan 22, 2012

Microchipped Dog Will Make a Cross Country Trip to Reunite with His Family

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (William Ray Fullmer DVM) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:48:09 EDT

“Toby”, a beloved family pet that was missing for two years will soon make a cross country trip to be reunited with his military family, thanks to a microchip and quick action by a veterinary clinic.

Contributor: William Ray Fullmer DVM
Published: Jan 19, 2012

Just Beautiful Campaign Puts Spotlight on 'Toxic 10' Cosmetic Ingredients

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jamie Brown) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:48:19 EDT

The Just Beautiful campaign seeks to raise awareness about potentially harmful substances in cosmetics.

Contributor: Jamie Brown
Published: Jan 20, 2012

Obama’s Rejection of Keystone Provides More Questions Than Answers

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Robert Watkins) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:59:57 EDT

On Wednesday, President Obama rejected the application for the Keystone XL pipeline. It’s a curious political move with high risk implications for the United States and his re-election.

Contributor: Robert Watkins
Published: Jan 21, 2012

Will Stephen Colbert Affect the South Carolina Primary?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Andrew Riggio) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:16:53 EDT

How will Stephen Colbert's call to vote for Herman Cain affect the South Carolina Primary?

Contributor: Andrew Riggio
Published: Jan 21, 2012

First Edition of 'Birds of America' Sells For $7.9 Million

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kellie Haulotte) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:38:39 EDT

An article about the Audubon book that sold for 7.9 Million dollars and what book sold even more than that one. Learn more about Audubon and his books.

Contributor: Kellie Haulotte
Published: Jan 21, 2012

SOPA/PIPA Indefinitely Shelved After Massive Protest

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Frederick Reese) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:46:32 EDT

After a massive protest led by several Internet firms, Congress has indefinitely postponed voting on SOPA and PIPA.

Contributor: Frederick Reese
Published: Jan 20, 2012

Many Politicians Softening Opposition to Same-Sex Marriages

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Morris Armstrong) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:56:28 EDT

It seems that there is a decided increase in the number of influential politicians who are supportive of same-sex marriages. Are politicians leading or following the people?

Contributor: Morris Armstrong
Published: Jan 20, 2012

Factbox: Costa Concordia, Titanic, Eerie Parallels and Comparisons

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Maxine Nelson) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:52:26 EDT

A comparison factbox look on two luxury cruise ships in the news with striking parallels. One suffered a recent disaster on January 13 hitting a reef. The other famous ship struck an iceberg and will celebrate its centenary this year on April 14-15.

Contributor: Maxine Nelson
Published: Jan 17, 2012

Occupy Gathers in West Portland

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Cate Patricolo) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:21:40 EDT

Occupy Portland held neighborhood meetings around the city last weekend, bringing activism into the heart of West Portland and reaching a new audience.

Contributor: Cate Patricolo
Published: Jan 18, 2012

Burger King Announces Home Delivery

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kim Brandow) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:18:52 EDT

The No. 2 in fast food burger chains, Burger King, has just announced that they will be delivering hot and fresh food straight to your doorstep in a few locations in Washington D.C., Virginia and Maryland. This is a test for these areas.

Contributor: Kim Brandow
Published: Jan 18, 2012

'The Artist' Wins Three at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Cicely A. Richard) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:56:27 EDT

"The Artist" dominates the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards, with three wins. The award show presented awards to newcomers and veterans taking on different roles.

Contributor: Cicely A. Richard
Published: Jan 16, 2012

Zappos.Com Hack Affects 24 Million Customers

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (R. Elizabeth C. Kitchen) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:21:30 EDT

Zappos.com was hacked and this has left 24 million customers vulnerable. Payment data, such as full credit card numbers, are said to not be affected, but other critical personal information may have been.

Contributor: R. Elizabeth C. Kitchen
Published: Jan 16, 2012

Hot Gadgets at CES 2012: Five Amazing Upcoming Electronics

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Lori May) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:21:54 EDT

The top five gadgets and electronics featured at the Consumer Electronics Show of 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Includes a 3D TV, smartphone, gaming console, camera and fitness gadget.

Contributor: Lori May
Published: Jan 16, 2012

DREAM Act Supporters Challenge Romney Over Stance

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Christopher Von Wilczur) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:05:38 EDT

A press conference was held in Phoenix Wednesday by supporters of the DREAM Act to challenge Mitt Romney's threats of vetoing the legislation were it to arrive on his desk.

Contributor: Christopher Von Wilczur
Published: Jan 12, 2012

Mormon Survey Suggests Romney Faces Uphill Battle

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Greg Houle) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:37:15 EDT

A new poll suggests that Mormons face ignorance and discrimination in the United States.

Contributor: Greg Houle
Published: Jan 12, 2012

Americans Need to Join Chinese on New Quest for the Moon, Not Let Them Take Over

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Andrea Coventry) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:20:52 EDT

Now that the Americans have given up on the space program, the Chinese are stepping in to take over the quest to go back to the moon. We need to join them on this quest and not let them take it over.

Contributor: Andrea Coventry
Published: Jan 10, 2012

Emma Stone and Katy Perry Triumph at the 2012 People’s Choice Awards

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Cicely A. Richard) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:12:53 EDT

The 2012 People's Choice Awards honored Emma Stone and Katy Perry as fan favorite for the past year.

Contributor: Cicely A. Richard
Published: Jan 12, 2012

Houston Students Trapped at School by Flooding

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Andrew Riggio) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:37:48 EDT

A commentary on Houston's vulnerability highlighted by a local schoolteacher's account of the flood.

Contributor: Andrew Riggio
Published: Jan 09, 2012

Antibiotics in Livestock Question Deeper Than Meets the Eye

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laura Agadoni) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:08:09 EDT

The FDA restricted the practice of farmers giving antibiotics to their healthy animals. Find out why the practice is even necessary.

Contributor: Laura Agadoni
Published: Jan 10, 2012

Beyonce and Jay-Z Welcome Daughter Blue Ivy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (K.C. Dermody) — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 11:57:30 EDT

Beyonce' and Jay-Z became proud parents of a daughter Blue Ivy on Saturday, January 7, 2012. Here is a look at the event and other celebs who've given birth recently.

Contributor: K.C. Dermody
Published: Jan 08, 2012

Every Woman Should Fear a Santorum Presidency

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Whitney Levon) — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 11:54:43 EDT

With Rick Santorum’s sudden surge in the polls, many issues have been brought to the forefront that no one expected to discuss. Rock Santorum’s views on reproductive rights are dangerous, and women should be worried about a Santorum presidency.

Contributor: Whitney Levon
Published: Jan 08, 2012

Casey Anthony Airs Video Diary: Anyone Else See Red Flags?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben) — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:28:25 EDT

In July, 2011, Casey Anthony was acquitted of murder charges in her daughter Caylee Anthony's 2008 death. Amid much public animosity, Anthony, the "most hated person in America," went into hiding. Today, a video diary made by Anthony surfaced.

Contributor: Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben
Published: Jan 06, 2012

Michele Bachmann Ends Her Presidential Campaign, Not Her Political Career

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mark Whittington) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:41:35 EDT

Rep. Michele Bachmann, having listened to the judgment of the voters of Iowa, not to mention the gentle suggestion from her erstwhile political ally Sarah Palin, has suspended her campaign, effectively ending her quest for the presidency.

Contributor: Mark Whittington
Published: Jan 04, 2012

Iowa Narrows, Clarifies the Republican Field

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Thomas Daniels) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:24:43 EDT

The Iowa caucuses have a history of shortening the list of candidates for nominations and clarifying what exactly voters want. This year was no exception.

Contributor: Thomas Daniels
Published: Jan 04, 2012

Newsmakers of 2012: Who's Rising and Falling

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alex Wibholm) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 09:37:31 EDT

Find out who is on the way up and who is on the way out in 2012.

Contributor: Alex Wibholm
Published: Jan 03, 2012

Experiencing Earthquakes in Christchurch December 2011

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Debbie Roome) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:03:44 EDT

Like many people in Christchurch, I thought the horror of the September 2010, February 2011 and June 2011 earthquakes was over. The aftershocks had slowed and become weaker and I was starting to feel safer as I went about daily business in the city.

Contributor: Debbie Roome
Published: Jan 02, 2012

Three Legends Remembered: Steve Jobs, Elizabeth Taylor, Amy Winehouse

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Angela Woods) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 10:48:18 EDT

The year 2011 marked the deaths of many legendary individuals. Three of them forever changed their respective industries.

Contributor: Angela Woods
Published: Dec 23, 2011

Václav Havel Used Words and Nonviolent Resistance to Inspire a Nation

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Dave Sutor) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 10:04:45 EDT

Václav Havel, a champion of nonviolent resistance who helped end the Soviet Union's repressive rule in Eastern Europe, died on Dec. 18 in Hradecek, Czech Republic. He was 75.

Contributor: Dave Sutor
Published: Dec 20, 2011

Your Rights as an Air Traveler

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sharon Gloger Friedman) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 11:22:00 EDT

Air travel can be stressful even when things go smoothly. Arriving at the airport with a handle on your rights as an air traveler will help you ride out the bumps.

Contributor: Sharon Gloger Friedman
Published: Dec 20, 2011

FDA Issues Warning About Misleading Lap-Band Ads

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sharon Gloger Friedman) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:32:57 EDT

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to the California-based marketing company 1-800-GET-THIN LLC and eight California surgical centers for using misleading advertising to promote Lap-Band surgery for weight loss.

Contributor: Sharon Gloger Friedman
Published: Dec 15, 2011

Romney Should Not Call Returning to the Moon 'Zany'

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mark Whittington) — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 14:42:52 EDT

Former Mass. Gov. Mitt Romney has repeatedly referred to his main rival for the Republican presidential nomination, Newt Gingrich as “zany.” According to Newsmax he defended his use of the term on Fox News Sunday.

Contributor: Mark Whittington
Published: Dec 18, 2011

How I Have Managed to Disconnect for the Holidays

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jeanne Rose) — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:30:21 EDT

With the increase in technology, such as smartphones, it is really hard to disconnect from the online lives we have created during the holidays. Here is how I have started to disconnect for the holidays, which might help other people as well.

Contributor: Jeanne Rose
Published: Dec 17, 2011

Reprieve of the Incandescent Light Bulb Ban is Welcome

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mark Whittington) — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:10:33 EDT

One of the good things tucked into the omnibus spending bill is a provision that spares the incandescent light bulb which otherwise would have been banned in the United States, thanks to a Bush era law according to the Washington Times.

Contributor: Mark Whittington
Published: Dec 17, 2011

Britney Spears Engaged to Former Agent

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Diana Price) — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 09:36:06 EDT

Britney Spears made a rather cryptic tweet on Friday morning about a gift from her boyfriend, but "Us Weekly" claims they know what she is talking about -- an engagement ring from former agent, Jason Trawick.

Contributor: Diana Price
Published: Dec 17, 2011

Scientists Make Tentative Announcement About Higgs Boson Discovery

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Bryan Alaspa) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:49:52 EDT

The Higgs boson is a theoretical particle that many physicists believe was a major catalyst for the Big Bang and has been the missing link in physics. Today scientists announced that they may have found it.

Contributor: Bryan Alaspa
Published: Dec 13, 2011

Odds for a White Christmas in 2011

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (R.J. Liberatore Jr.) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:54:55 EDT

AccuWeather and the National Weather Service say that there will be a few surprises for residents hoping for a White Christmas in 2011.

Contributor: R.J. Liberatore Jr.
Published: Dec 13, 2011

Ron Paul Would Not Do Well as a Third-Party Candidate

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mark Whittington) — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 14:45:56 EDT

George Will, the venerable Washington Post columnist and fixture as the lone conservative voice on ABC’s “This Week” posits what he suggests is a nightmare scenario, a Ron Paul third party candidacy.

Contributor: Mark Whittington
Published: Dec 11, 2011

Adele Named Billboard's Top Artist with Failed Relationship-Inspired Album

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jaclyn Berger) — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 14:58:30 EDT

Adele- of heartbreak-inspired "21"- is named Billboard's top artist.

Contributor: Jaclyn Berger
Published: Dec 11, 2011

'64 or '68? Which Republican Presidential Race Does 2012 Best Resemble?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jon C. Hopwood) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:27:41 EDT

The 2012 Republican Presidential race is shaping up into a contest that fuses elements of two previous watershed campaign seasons, 1964 -- which saw Barry Goldwater come out on top -- and 1968, which saw the triumph of the new Nixon

Contributor: Jon C. Hopwood
Published: Jan 03, 2012

Anti-Putin Protests Show Spirit of Democracy in Russia

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mark Whittington) — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:31:55 EDT

The UK Telegraph is covering massive demonstrations that have been ongoing against Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, who is expected to run for President of Russia next year. The protests are the largest held in Russia in 20 years.

Contributor: Mark Whittington
Published: Dec 10, 2011

Ashton Kutcher Already Moving on with Costar Lea Michele?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (K.C. Dermody) — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:34:46 EDT

Ashton Kutcher and Lea Michele co-star in the romantic comedy, "New Year's Eve." Has Kutcher already moved on from his six year marriage to actress Demi Moore?

Contributor: K.C. Dermody
Published: Dec 10, 2011

Is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Becoming Racist?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Henry Haynes) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 10:05:03 EDT

The 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class has no African Americans in the performer category. In recent years fewer and fewer blacks are being elected to the Hall. Why is this? And do we need a quota system to fix this predicament?

Contributor: Henry Haynes
Published: Dec 08, 2011

Rick Perry's Christian Ad Misses the Mark

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Whitney Levon) — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:11:33 EDT

Rick Perry’s campaign is struggling to stay relevant these days, despite falling behind in the polls so much that he has been all but written off. He hopes to gain some ground in the polls with his new ad, which has been stirring up some debate.

Contributor: Whitney Levon
Published: Dec 09, 2011

Gingrich's Brave Almost-Amnesty Immigration Plan

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (S. Alexander Cooke) — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:15:53 EDT

Why Gingrich's brave immigration stance may sway me to vote for him in the Republican primary.

Contributor: S. Alexander Cooke
Published: Dec 09, 2011