New to Capitol Hill? 10 Tips to Avoid Ruin
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Now that the president's State of the Union address has signaled the official start of the year, here are 10 rules for avoiding social, political and legal disaster in Washington.
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Just say no to government agents crashing your exclusive pool parties. Follow these easy tips to keep the feds from getting an earful at your expense. By Annalee Newitz from Wired magazine.
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By Sam Hananel  WASHINGTON - On a recent weeknight, Kansas Rep. Jerry Moran spoke to nearly 10,000 of his constituents at once - from the comfort of his Capitol Hill office.
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Learn what to look out for, and protect yourself!
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An old master gives us an exemplary what-not-to-do list in her new book
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The President goes to Capitol Hill in an effort save the troubled bill
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On a recent weeknight, Kansas Rep. Jerry Moran spoke to nearly 10,000 of his constituents at once &#151; from the comfort of his Capitol Hill office.
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There is no good reason to do so but if you come to the United States this year there are a few good tips to keep in mind. Write them down and keep them handy. The most important thing to do is to refer to them often.  These tips are important whether you are visiting from Canada, Germany, Israel or Australia. They will serve you well and in most cases keep you out of embarrassing situations you would not like to find yourself.  It might be handy when you plan your trip. Let's get started...
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Here's a bit of advice for those of you planning IT budgets. For the next five to 10 years, set aside 10 percent to comply with new government regulations, both from the United States and from other governments in your major markets.
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Democrats running Congress for the first time in more than a decade faltered at key points this year as they grudgingly passed important bills that many, or even most, of their House members opposed. When Republicans were in charge, they pledged to avoid such a fate.
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Lobbyists are scrambling all over Capitol Hill to prevent any of their clients from becoming a "pay-for."
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In the convoluted political atmosphere of the Capitol, where lawmakers worry about re-election, it may not be so easy for the Republicans to steamroller the Democrats.
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Ever vigilant for new frontiers of American life where Congress can dictate the rules of behavior, elected officials in the nation&#39;s capital have cast their eye on Major League Baseball.
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The new Congress is brimming with veterans ascending to glittery positions of power and glitzy newcomers demanding the spotlight for themselves.
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First, I'd like to say congratulations. Prior to last night, I had been only cautiously optimistic about your chances of taking the House. As of the time I am writing this, you are on the cusp of taking senate as well. In the world of politics, expectations are as real as the raw numbers, and you have certainly exceeded mine and many others. A quick scan of the over-dramatic flailing on conservative blogs and the despondent tone of Fox News fills me and many others with a profound sense of schadenfreude.  Enjoy your victory, but enjoy it quickly. For tomorrow you inherit the corn-flecked shit sandwich currently known as our government. Here are some things you can do to further redeem yourselves in our eyes...
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By GERARD SHIELDS  Summer is a great time for a water fight, unless of course you are in Congress, where things can get muddy pretty quickly.  U.S. Rep.
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Today's Rude Opinion Poll: Which description best characterizes our elected representatives in Washington, regardless of party affiliation?