Projections on a wary electorate for a heated 2016 race
Lee Hamilton surveys a nation uneasy about direction and economy as Republicans push national security and tax cuts while Democrats stress social programs climate, immigration, and inequality. The looming primary splits party aims, with record campaign spending and no incumbent.
Conason Criticizes Gowdy Over Blumenthal Testimony Handling
The column accuses Gowdy of suppressing Blumenthal testimony and leaking snippets to smear Clinton and allies. It notes letters from James Cole urging full deposition release and questions GOP motives while highlighting Correct The Record and Media Matters figures.
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Diet sodas linked to gut changes and higher sugar in small study
A Nature study with seven healthy volunteers found that a week on artificial sweeteners led four participants to gut bacteria changes and higher blood sugar, though not proof of health risks. The author advises Diet sodas as occasional treats, not daily use, and cites further studies with mixed results.
Senate approves revised No Child Left Behind law
The Senate voted 81 to 17 to approve a rewrite of No Child Left Behind returning power to states. The bill keeps annual testing but lets states decide how to use tests to judge schools and teachers, and bans federal standards like Common Core. Negotiations with the House loom.
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