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Politics

Healtcare Reaches a Precipice

The U.S. Senate has passed one of the last hurdles in its efforts to cope with the overwhelming issue of health care in America by a 60-40 party line vote at 1AM today.

The Politics of Health in America

Our healthcare system is beginning to sound more and more like a vast conspiracy theory, more than medical care.

Like a Hell-broth Boil and Bubble

Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubble, this witches brew it does o’er take, truth and liberty to forsake. Witches brew and media make, a boiling cauldron at the stake. Doth Geithner go or Geithner stay, this hell-cooked brew may rue the day.

Obama Seems Ready to Lead

After one of the most orderly and least contentious transitions in American history, Barack Obama appears ready to lead the nation as he takes office on January 20th.

Financial Worries In The House

Why are these two Congressmen worried? The answer is as complicated as the economic problems they so diligently face.

The Troubles Ahead

We congratulate President-Elect Barack Obama on a stunning win, and take a look at what he may expect in the economy in the next year.

What About the Other Joe?

He's not a plumber, but for years, he's been the fixit guy in the Senate. Joe Lieberman is on everyone's list these days. That may not be a good thing.

We Declare a Winner

The Epicurus Institute projects Senator Barack Obama winner of the 2008 Presidential Elections.

Socialism, You Say?

Charges have been levied at everyone trying to help our economy's recovery, from Barack Obama to this Institute, and both Republicans and Democrats.

Put A Lid On It!

Wall Street is showing its mettle, and rebounding on news of a concerted effort by G-7 countries to coordinate economic solutions.

Best Bets

The 2008 election cycle has left many voters unsure of the decisions for President of United States And for other offices throughout the nation.

Fail to Bail? How Could You?

The financial markets rescue plan put forth by Secretary Henry Paulson and largely backed by House and Senate Democratic leadership failed miserably to pass muster on the House floor during its first vote yesterday.

What Were They Thinking?

Following the McCain camp’s decision to name Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as Senator McCain’s Vice Presidential nominee, America became split, but for how long?