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Half of Americans are poor; Huntsman's NH surge; Gingrich's new deep-pocketed backer; Kayak's 'Muslims' explanation; and more from The Slatest.

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The Slatest: December 15, 2011

Census: Half of Americans are Poor or Low Income

Census: Half of Americans are Poor or Low Income

New data shows that more and more Americans are falling into poverty.

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Huntsman Posts Surprisingly Strong Showing in N.H. Poll

Huntsman Posts Surprisingly Strong Showing in N.H. Poll

The long-time afterthought creeps up into third place in the Granite State.

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Second Advertiser Yanks Muslim Ads, Says Show "Sucked"

Second Advertiser Yanks Muslim Ads, Says Show "Sucked"

Kayak.com looks to differentiate its decision from that of Lowes, which bowed to conservative complaints about the TLC show.

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Casino Magnate Will Reportedly Pour $20M into Pro-Gingrich Group

Casino Magnate Will Reportedly Pour $20M into Pro-Gingrich Group

The campaign cash could help the GOP frontrunner weather a growing number of attacks from his rivals.

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Panetta Marks Official End to Iraq War

Panetta Marks Official End to Iraq War

 "To be sure, the cost was high — in blood and treasure for the United States, and for the Iraqi people."

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Is Google Planning an Android-Based Siri Rival?

Is Google Planning an Android-Based Siri Rival?

Rumors suggest Google might soon release a voice-based assistant with Star Trek inspiration.

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Herman Cain Floats Own Name for Defense Secretary

Herman Cain Floats Own Name for Defense Secretary

The former White House hopeful's surprise answer catches even Barbara Walters off guard.

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Jobless Claims Hit 3-Year Low

Jobless Claims Hit 3-Year Low

The drop in weekly claims provides hope that the unemployment rate will continue to fall.

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Putin Rules Out Election Do-Over

Putin Rules Out Election Do-Over

After thousands protest, Russian leader says the disputed results "undoubtedly reflect public opinion."

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Dickerson: Is Gingrich's Unusual Campaign the Way To Beat Romney or Is It Just Nutty?

Dickerson: Is Gingrich's Unusual Campaign the Way To Beat Romney or Is It Just Nutty?

Norway's Absurd Butter Shortage and Its Very Valuable Lessons About Global Economics

Norway's Absurd Butter Shortage and Its Very Valuable Lessons About Global Economics

My Favorite Video Game of 2011 Was the Legend of Zelda, and I'm Not Ashamed To Admit It

My Favorite Video Game of 2011 Was the Legend of Zelda, and I'm Not Ashamed To Admit It

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U.K. Television Shows That Are So Saucy You Can See Them Only on Hulu

Weigel: Rick Perry Is Campaigning on Faith and Values. Will It Help Him Bounce Back in Iowa?

Weigel: Rick Perry Is Campaigning on Faith and Values. Will It Help Him Bounce Back in Iowa?

What Is It That Makes Mormonism—or Christianity or Judaism— a Religion and Not a Cult?

What Is It That Makes Mormonism—or Christianity or Judaism— a Religion and Not a Cult?

The Steelers' James Harrison Is Brutal and Unrepentant. He's Just the Villain the NFL Wants.

The Steelers' James Harrison Is Brutal and Unrepentant. He's Just the Villain the NFL Wants.

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