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Friday, January 4, 2013

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Why The Next President Will Probably Be Black Too

Politics is a repetitive business. And two of the best candidates are black.

Woman Apologizes To Anthony Weiner For Exposing Him

Lisa Weiss, who was on the receiving end of lewd sex message from Weiner — and is still friends with the former Congressman on Facebook — apologized to him on a Facebook picture he posted of him and his wife and child for causing his family pain. "I still think you are our liberal hero!!"

Joe Biden Swears In First Infant Senator

Sen. Chris Murphy's son Rider stole the show.

FBI Documents Show Anwar Al-Awlaki Bought Tickets For 9/11 Hijackers (Update: Documents Disputed)

Documents obtained by Judicial Watch via a Freedom of information Act request show that the FBI found evidence showing the American-born cleric bought plane tickets for 9/11 hijackers. “We have FBI documents showing that the FBI knew that al-Awlaki had bought three tickets for three of the hijackers to fly into Florida and into Las Vegas, including the lead hijacker, Mohammad Atta,” Judicial Watch, told Fox News exclusively who first reported the news, but did not include the documents. Update Foreign Policy contributor J.M. Berger "calls shenanigans" on the Judicial Watch documents saying he's not sure the documents show the Al-Awlaki bought the tickets.

11 Surprisingly Endearing Pictures Of Congressmen Getting Sworn In

Adorable kids can make even politicians look like human beings. Sort of, anyway.

6 Things Washington Promised It Would Fix First In 2013

Obama and members of Congress have promised top billing to gun control, climate, immigration — and the list goes on. Something's gotta give.

New Jersey's Cory Booker Problem

The Newark Mayor's decision to run for Senate has offended Lautenberg, and frustrated the state's Democratic party. "I'm not angry, I'm disappointed."

The Navy's Anti-Bath Salts Video Is Freaking Insane

Being on bath salts is apparently like being in a video game set to dubstep.

The Staggering Demographic Changes In Congress Over 50 Years

What a difference 50 years makes. Yesterday marked the first day of the historic 113th congress of the United states of America. Why is it historic you might ask?

10 Reasons Barney Frank Would Be A Great Senator For A Few Months

Three more months of Barney Frank in public office is a win for everybody. Here's why.

After Illinois Marriage Equality Bill Movement, More Delays

"For the first time in Illinois history, we had a vote on the recognition of same-sex marriages, and we won," a state LGBT advocate said. UPDATE: Despite the committee vote, the bill has been pushed to the next general assembly, Windy City Times reports.

Paul Ryan Joins Conservatives In Opposing Sandy Flood Insurance Bill

"President Obama and Congress owe the people of New York and New Jersey better,” Ryan said.

House Rules In New Congress Allow Continued DOMA Defense

"Truly disheartening," says LGBT rights advocate. But Boehner's office says it's just defending "checks and balances."

Barney Frank Asks For Senate Appointment

"I called the governor and said I think I can be a help in reaching a fair solution to some of these issues," Frank said Friday. The appointment would be temporary, until a special election can be held.

Elizabeth Warren Won't Define What "Middle Class" Means

After Congress redefined "wealthy" to mean individuals making over over $400,000, Massachusetts's newest senator won't define the middle class.

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