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The Gender Gap in Congress: Why Not More Women?

Source: Truth Dig, Nov 21 2012, 11:35am CST

The Gender Gap in Congress: Why Not More Women? Posted on Nov 21, 2012 AP/Michael Dwyer Why aren’t there more Elizabeth Warrens in the political arena? There’s no doubt women have come a long way in politics in the 20 years ...

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Apple vs the U.S. Congress: Can Apple convince Congress to fix cash repatriation tax laws?

Source: The iPhone Blog  |   May 18 2013, 10:36am CDT

Apple has $102 billion in cash overseas. It wants to bring that money back to the U.S. but it doesn't want to pay the 35% in taxes the U.S. government is demanding. Apple calls it smart business, Congress might end up calling it ...

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Emily's List Highlights Military Sexual Assault Fight By Women In Congress

Source: The Huffington Post  |   May 17 2013, 6:33pm CDT

WASHINGTON -- EMILY's List, the progressive women's advocacy group focused on electing Democratic women to public office, is spotlighting legislation women have proposed in the House and the Senate to change the culture of military ...

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