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Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Obama's super PAC reversal; Komen VP resigns; Santorum's big day; LA school sex scandal; and more.

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The Slatest: February 7, 2012

Obama Reverses Course, Gives Blessing to Super PAC

Obama Reverses Course, Gives Blessing to Super PAC

After complaining about the negative tone of the groups, president's 2012 campaign gives the OK for his backers to use its own.

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Santorum Poised for 2 Wins in Tuesday's GOP Contests

Santorum Poised for 2 Wins in Tuesday's GOP Contests

But with no delegates up for grabs, the Iowa winner will need to be content with PR victories.

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Komen VP Resigns in Wake of Planned Parenthood Dispute

Komen VP Resigns in Wake of Planned Parenthood Dispute

Karen Handel defends her work to cut funding to the group, saying it was the best for Komen and the women it serves.

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Sex Abuse Scandal in LA School Prompts Faculty Overhaul

Sex Abuse Scandal in LA School Prompts Faculty Overhaul

Entire staff will be replaced after the arrests of two teachers last week.

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U.S. Shutters Embassy in Syria

U.S. Shutters Embassy in Syria

Citing the "shadow of instability," State officials pull out Ambassador Ford, others.

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Lawmakers Use Earmarks to Aid Own Properties

Lawmakers Use Earmarks to Aid Own Properties

Post investigation finds congressmen have steered more than $300 million to dozens of public projects near their own properties.

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Gingrich Camp Criticized for Editing Wikipedia Pages

Gingrich Camp Criticized for Editing Wikipedia Pages

Newt's communications director has made or suggested more than 60 changes to entries relating to his boss since 2008.

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Verizon, Redbox Team Up To Challenge Netflix

Verizon, Redbox Team Up To Challenge Netflix

New venture will pair online streaming service with access to DVD kiosks.

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