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In a 21st century update to the Republican war on " welfare queens ," John McCain and running mate Sarah Palin have tried to ...
by Jon Perr
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on Thu Oct 23, 2008 at 05:40 PM PDT
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The Palin's income tax reports have finally been released. There seem to be a lot of loose ends in them. Some may have easy explanations, and others not so much.
by kimwallen
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on Fri Oct 03, 2008 at 08:47 PM PDT
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According to the New York Times , there are growing questions about whether or not Sarah Palin may ...
by bcb
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on Sat Sep 20, 2008 at 05:48 AM PDT
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