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Tuesday, May 15, 2012

George W. (quietly) backs Romney; Law prof shows Texas executed innocent man; Facebook eyes $100B valuation; and more.

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The Slatest: May 15, 2012

George W. Bush Offers Quiet Endorsement of Romney

George W. Bush Offers Quiet Endorsement of Romney

But the former president opts against a high-profile public event in favor of a much smaller stage.

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Report: Texas Executed Innocent Man

Report: Texas Executed Innocent Man

A Columbia law professor and his students detail how a death-row inmate's mistaken-identity claim was in fact the real deal.

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Colorado Republicans Kill Same-Sex Civil Union Bill

Colorado Republicans Kill Same-Sex Civil Union Bill

A GOP-controlled panel blocked the measure from reaching the floor, where it was expected to pass.

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DSK Files $1 Million Countersuit Against Hotel Maid

DSK Files $1 Million Countersuit Against Hotel Maid

The former IMF chief claims that Diallo's allegations of sexual assault caused did "grievous harm" to his career and personal life.

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Facebook Eyes $100 Billion Valuation With IPO Range Raise

Facebook Eyes $100 Billion Valuation With IPO Range Raise

That figure would make the social media company worth more than either McDonald's or Citigroup.

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Hollande Sworn in as French President

Hollande Sworn in as French President

The Socialist vows to push back against a European budget-cutting pact championed by his predecessor.

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Edwards To Call Eldest Daughter to Stand

Edwards To Call Eldest Daughter to Stand

Cate is expected to tell the courtroom of her father's love for her now-deceased mother.

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Ex-News Corp. Exec Charged in Phone-Hacking Scandal

Ex-News Corp. Exec Charged in Phone-Hacking Scandal

Rebekah Brooks and five others will be prosecuted for their role in an attempted cover-up.

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Sophia, Jacob Were 2011's Top Baby Names

Sophia, Jacob Were 2011's Top Baby Names

But a certain reality television show likely helped fuel the rise of no. 2 on the boys' list.

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