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Read in-depth coverage of critical issues facing the nation, get an inside view of politics from our Loose Cannon political blog and learn more about the economy, government legislation, and politicians.

Outrageous: Worst of America There are plenty of people to blame for our current economic woes. Here, the miscreants who deserve special recognition.

They Never Said That Are you guilty of spreading counterfeit quotes? Read on for some whoppers—and beware graduation speakers.

America's Dumbest Lawsuits Have crybaby clients and lawyers led Lady Justice astray?

Political Blog: Loose Cannon In his Loose Cannon blog, Carl Cannon examines the economic stimulus package and the Obama administration's first 100 days.

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1 The Slave in the Garage
Sold by her parents and smuggled into the U.S., one young girl did a family's dirty work for two years. And then help arrived.
2 Breaking the Silence
One woman is risking her life to speak the truth about radical Islam.
3 Michelle Obama Interview: Her Father's Daughter
The wife of Democratic President Barack Obama and her mother talk about her childhood, family, the campaign and more.

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1Outrageous: Worst of America
There are plenty of people to blame for our current economic woes. Here, the miscreants who deserve special recognition.
2Chris Anderson on the Meaning of Free
In the new economy, how can people give away so much and still make money? In his new book Free: The Future of a Radical Price, the editor of Wired investigates.
3What's My Line?
Here are nine memorable quotes. See if you can match them with their actual authors.
4Outrageous: Watchdog Windfall
Why did banking overseers ignore the Wall Street mess? They were too busy
angling for jobs there.

16 Ways to Monitor Your Health Between Checkups
16 ways to play doctor at home.
13 Things Your Pizza Guy Won't Tell You
Get smarter with these tips for your local pizza delivery place.
13 Things Your Grocer Won't Tell You
Get smarter about grocery shopping. These tips could change your family eating habits.
50 Secrets From Your Dentist
Dentists from across the country tell us what they're really thinking as they peer at our teeth.
13 Things Your Dry Cleaner Won't Tell You
Drycleaners give you tips on how the most for your dollar.

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