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Today on The Cycle: Ping Fu

Ping Fu joins the conversation during today's guest spot to discuss her struggle from nothing to now being a successful woman. Read More

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Texas does not succeed in its secession

Much to the chagrin of those conservatives who issued the petition to leave the Union, Texas will remain part of the Country. Read More

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The Golden Globes: A night of surprises

With the Golden Globes being a night full of surprises, many wonder if this is what is in store for the Oscars. However, our resident movie expert explains how this award show does not predict the Oscars. Read More

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The second-term curse

Historically second terms have been trouble for past president, so what does President Obama have to do to buck the trend? Read More

President Barack Obama pauses during his final news conference of his first term in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Monday, Jan. 14, 2013. (Photo by Carolyn Kaster/AP Photo)

Mr. President, don’t back down now

My advice to President Obama. Read More

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Today on The Cycle: Guns and Politics

Vice President Biden is presenting his recommendations from the gun policy task force tomorrow. Read More

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Photo finish: Golden Globe memories

A walk down Golden Globes past before Sunday's 70th Annual awards. Don't forget to tune in! Read More

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If everyone opposes slavery, why has the Trafficking Victims Protection Act died?

The Trafficking Victims Protection Act, a bill which protects the millions of men, women, and children who are forced into labor and sex, was allowed to expire in 2011. Now, nonprofit organizations across the U.S. are lobbying for its re-authorization. Read More

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How to win your Oscar pool

Our resident movie expert, Toure, gives his insight on how you can win your Oscar office pool. Read More

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Feeling achy? You could have the flu

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention came out with a new report today showing that we are in a flu epidemic. Read More

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Today on The Cycle: What we learned this week

During today's spin cycle the Cyclists look into the biggest stories of the week and give their take on "the political week that was." Read More

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Political dramas dominate Oscar nominations

While the Oscars are a time for many to watch and comment on who wore what best, this year Washington is also being portrayed in a new light. Read More

Presidential Debate

The future of Planned Parenthood

With Rep. Marsha Blackburn and Rep. Diane Black reintroducing legislation that would prohibit Title X family planning grants from being awarded to any organization that performs abortions, the question is where does that leave Planned Parenthood? Read More

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Where are the women?

With the nomination of Jack Lew today Krystal gives her take on President Obama's second term cabinet and why we need more diversity. Read More

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President Obama to nominate Jack Lew to run the Treasury Dept.

President Obama is expected to nominate Jack Lew to replace Timothy Geithner as Secretary of Treasury today. Read More

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What’s ahead for Messi–and for global media?

What do Al Jazeera, Chinese censorship and European football have in common? Read More

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An ode to Richard Ben Cramer

Richard Ben Cramer brought Americans knowledge and understanding with "What It Takes" and even though he’s now gone, students of politics years from now will benefit from his insight just as much as so many already have. Read More

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Today on The Cycle: The Gun Control Debate

Vice President Biden is meeting with both sides of the gun control debate. Will they find a common ground? Read More

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Children and Congress

S.E. reveals her childhood fears and even gives Congress some advice too. Read More

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Flu-ridden and looking for someone to blame? There’s an app for that

A new app will help you figure out which of your friends is responsible for giving you the flu. After all, it'd be rude not to say 'thank you.' Read More