November 21, 2011

Monday's Daily Brief

Monday, November 21, 2011
POLITICS
Gingrich To Unveil Alternative To Social Security
WORLD
Egypt Elections: Renewed Street Clashes Pose Dilemma For Popular Muslim Brotherhood
SPORTS
Seattle Mariners Outfielder Reportedly Killed In Rotterdam
GREEN
Concentrations Of Greenhouse Gases Hit Record Levels
BUSINESS
Buffett: 'Major Flaw' In Euro System Can't Be Solved By Words Alone
BLOG POSTS
Jeffrey Sachs: The Super Committee's Big Lie
As the Super Committee threatens this week to gut the government on the basis of a big lie, it's more important than ever that we fight back with systematic data. With truth on our side, the new progressive movement will prevail.
Lee Woodruff: Thanksgiving Gratitude
While we celebrate the holiday that symbolizes gratitude for life in a free land, families have loved ones halfway around the world who have stood up to protect those freedoms. You have to respect that, no matter what your politics or individual views are.
Michael Smerconish: Sandusky's Devastating Interview
What's the connection between Simpson and Sandusky, who is charged with assaulting eight boys? Both men's statements are devastating to their defense.
Harry Shearer: Don't Demonize Political Opponents, Infantilize Them
In a time of fiercely mean politics, when Right and Left compete to demonize each other ever more ferociously, Americans are wearying of the noise and the rancor. So what to do? Here, in a modest photo gallery, is my suggestion.
Missy Chase Lapine: 6 Home Remedies to Soothe Cold and Flu Symptoms
There's a dizzying assortment of over-the-counter syrups and remedies that promise the world, but beware that most simply block the symptoms and do not cure the ailment.
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