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George W. Bush's presidency since 2007

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George W. Bush's presidency from 2005-06

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George W. Bush's presidency, 2000-04

Who Is Bob Gates?
The secret world of Defense Secretary Gates

2004 Campaign
Bush Bests Kerry

Behind Colin Powell's Legend
Gauging Powell's reputation.

The 2000 Campaign
Recounting the controversial campaign.

Media Crisis
Is the national media a danger to democracy?

The Clinton Scandals
Behind President Clinton's impeachment.

Nazi Echo
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The Dark Side of Rev. Moon
Rev. Sun Myung Moon and American politics.

Contra Crack
Contra drug stories uncovered

Lost History
America's tainted historical record

The October Surprise "X-Files"
The 1980 election scandal exposed.

International
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The English-language side of the Arab network, Al Jazeera, examines the political struggle -- drenched in special interest money -- that is being waged to stop or dilute President Barack Obama's proposals for overhauling U.S. health care.

In a second part of an investigative report, Al Jazeera’s “Fault Lines” program traces the battle as it rages in the halls of Congress, with foot soldiers from the medical industry coming armed with hefty donations to key members of Congress. Industry lobbyists, the report notes, are spending $1.4 million a day.

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The report also describes how the United States finds itself some 60 years behind other developed nations in creating a system that serves the needs of all citizens. To go to the original, click here.

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