Policy & Regulation
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Procrastinators’ guide to the fiscal cliff: Obama, Congress could delay past Dec. 31 deadline
(Charles Dharapak / Associated Press)
WASHINGTON — The dealmakers who warn that a year-end plunge off the “fiscal cliff” would be disastrous don’t seem to be rushing to stop it. Why aren’t they panicking?
Teachers leaning in favor of reforms
Some people say teachers are standing in the way of strengthening their profession. Look again.
AP Exclusive: Japan scientists assessing radiation risks took travel money from utilities
(Wally Santana, File / Associated Press)
TOKYO — Influential Japanese scientists who help set national radiation exposure limits have for years had trips paid for by the country’s nuclear plant operators to attend overseas meetings of the world’s top academic group on radiation safety.
No rate cut expected despite sagging economy in the 17 countries that use euro
FRANKFURT, Germany — The European Central Bank is unlikely to offer any further help for Europe’s sagging economy Thursday after already lowering interest rates to record lows and calming the region’s debt crisis with its plan to buy the bonds of heavily indebted governments.
White House touts $20 billion reduction in drop in contract spending for government
(David Paul Morris)
Calls reduction largest drop for a single cycle; credits coordination among federal agencies.
China waives visa requirements for most foreigners transiting through Beijing
BEIJING — State media say that China will allow most foreign visitors to stay in Beijing for three days without a visa if they are heading on to another country, a policy meant to boost tourism and smooth the way for transiting passengers and business travelers.
Foes find common ground in opposing defense workforce cuts
(STAFF)
A federal workers’ union and a contractor organization oppose workforce cuts in Senate bill.
An Obama win on taxes for rich could still mean middle class takes a hit
“Cliff” victory would likely come at the expense of goals such as extending a payroll tax cut and jobless benefits.
US, Japan, South Korea to seek Security Council action if North Korea launches rocket
WASHINGTON — The U.S. and key Asian allies have agreed to seek U.N. Security Council action if North Korea launches a long-range rocket this month, the State Department said Wednesday.
Latino Voice Alfonso Aguilar also conservative voice for immigration reform
(Astrid Riecken / For The Washington Post)
Conservative radio host Alfonso Aguilar pushes his party to reverse a stance that cost it dearly in 2012.
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