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A budget reality check
David Gura Mar 12, 2013
Republican Rep. Paul Ryan wants to balance the federal budget within 10 years, largely through scrapping Obamacare and remaking Medicaid and Medicare. Like all budgets, the plan is based on assumptions, namely that a balanced budget in such a short time is a good thing and that economic growth will outpace the growth in government spending.
Budget fail: How long can Washington get along without a spending plan?
Scott Tong Mar 12, 2013
Washington Republicans and Democrats don't seem close to agreeing on a budget, but does the U.S. really need a federal budget in the first place?
How important is a federal budget anyway?
Juli Niemann Mar 12, 2013
It's going to be a big budget week in Washington. Rep. Paul Ryan (R-WI) released his spending plan today, and the Democrats are set to unveil their federal budget sometime in the next few days. But can the two sides come together and agree?
RapGenius.com analyzes the vice presidential debate
Kai Ryssdal Oct 12, 2012
Mahbod Moghadam of RapGenius.com says the lack of rhyme in the vice presidential debate was "malarkey".
Ads quick to criticize after VP debate
Rachael Marcus Oct 12, 2012
Biden, Ryan razzed in quick response ads
V.P. debates draw us in, but don't influence voters
Frank Newport Oct 11, 2012
Despite increased interest in vice presidential debates -- from Sarah Palin and Joe Biden to tonight's Biden-Ryan showdown -- polls show these debates don't really change the vote in November.
Voters pessimistic about Medicare's future
Frank Newport Oct 11, 2012
Vice President Joe Biden will face Congressman Paul Ryan on the debate stage tonight, and Paul Ryan's Medicare plan is sure to be a hot topic. Polling shows most Americans are against Ryan's voucher proposal, but do recognize the need for system reforms.
Crossroads hits Dems with $2.5 million buy
Rachael Marcus Sep 12, 2012
Senate races in Nevada, Ohio and Florida continue to draw big money
Health care expert changes mind on vouchers program
David Lazarus Aug 31, 2012
A former supporter and architect of the Medicare vouchers program explains why he's now opposed to the program, which Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney supports.
Do Americans' concerns match up with Paul Ryan's?
Frank Newport Aug 14, 2012
Paul Ryan is the GOP's momentum changer -- or so they hope. But is he in tune with what Americans are concerned about in this election?
