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Hundreds rallied against the Iraq and Afghanistan wars Saturday, but many stopped short of criticizing President Obama.
White House revives immigration
President Obama plans to meet with the two Senators leading a bipartisan push for immigration overhaul.
Patriot Act provisions to be extended
Three controversial provisions of the Patriot Act are included in a jobs bill unveiled today.
Military budget may lead to Hill battle
Democrats may part ways with the president on his proposed $708 billion defense budget, the highest since World War II.
The president said Congress must approve "painful" cuts in the 2011 budget to rein in government spending.
Veterans group pushes climate bill
A veterans group is holding rallies in 16 states to say that climate change helps extremists and endangers national security.
Action alerts from advocacy organizations
Residential Sprinklers are Under Attack - Act TODAY!!!
Builders have launched an aggressive PR Campaign!
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Recent Headlines
Obama skirts anti-war ire
Hundreds rallied against the Iraq and Afghanistan wars Saturday, but many stopped short of criticizing President Obama.
D.C. Decoder: Obama at Bat
In this episode, veteran Washington reporter Craig Crawford does a play-by-play on President Obama's arm twisting of Rep. Dennis Kucinich.
Activists grin and bear it
The Alaska Wilderness League has become known around Washington for showing up at protests and Congressional hearings in animal costumes.
Alerts from Groups and Organizations
ALL School Children Deserve A Lunch
by American Celiac Disease Alliance on March 16
Bleeding Disorders Bill Introduced in Congress
by Hemophilia Federation of America on March 17
Support Historic Student Loan Reform and Pell Increase
by The Institute for College Access & Success on March 18
Flexible Spending Accounts: A Valuable Benefit
by Save Flexible Spending Plans on March 18
Support a national solar rebate program!
by Solar Energy Industries Association on March 17