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An Unexpected Surge for Obamacare: Is It Real? Mar 20, 2014

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The Healthcare.gov roll-out was a PR disaster, and the political consequences may last until 2016. But, there are unexpected signs of momentum. We get a progress report.

Putin Annexes the 'Republic of Crimea' Mar 19, 2014

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Annexing Crimea is a done deal as far as Vladimir Putin is concerned, but the US and Europe are ready to ramp up economic sanctions. We look at the possible downsides.

Obama Considers Unilateral Action on Deportations Mar 18, 2014

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President Obama is about to set a record for deportations, so he’s called for enforcing the law "more humanely." What’s it mean for immigration reform? Elections?

All Eyes on Putin Post-Referendum in Crimea Mar 17, 2014

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In yesterday's referendum, 95% of Crimean voters elected leave Ukraine and rejoin Russia. We look at the options available to Ukraine, the US, Western Europe and Putin.

The Web at 25: Free Flow of Information or Censorship? Mar 14, 2014

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The web was created with a strong sense of Western values, but China and India are adding billions of new users. What can be done about censorship?

Attorney General Holder Testifies on Mandatory Sentencing Reform Mar 13, 2014

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Democrats and Republicans agree that our prisons are overcrowded, expensive and ineffective. Today, AG Eric Holder laid out a set of reforms that might well be adopted.

Ukraine: The Battle over Self Rule vs. Sovereignty Mar 12, 2014

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As Crimeans prepare for a possible breakaway vote this coming Sunday, the G-7 nations have essentially told Russia to keep hands off of Ukraine.

Surge of Central American Children Crossing into the US Mar 11, 2014

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At least 60,000 children from Central America are expected to be stopped at the US border this year — illegally and alone.

Gay Weddings and Religious Freedom Mar 10, 2014

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Can businesses refuse service to homosexuals if it violates the owners' religious freedom? Can valuable new rights be protected without infringing on cherished old ones?

Does Foreign Aid to Africa Do More Harm than Good? Mar 07, 2014

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Harsh new anti-gay laws in African countries have Western donors threatening to withhold assistance. That's raised questions about unintended consequences.

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