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What the Marriage Equality Decision Means for Social Security Benefits
business Retirees in these 13 states will prosper from the Supreme Court ruling.
By Martha Lynn Craver Published
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Eased Relations With Cuba Will Help U.S. Businesses, Cigar Lovers
Business Travel Some companies will benefit quickly from Obama’s actions, but ending the Kennedy-era embargo will take at least a decade.
By Richard Sammon Published
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7 Top Challenges Facing the New Republican Majority
Politics Winning was easy. Now Mitch McConnell and the GOP have to figure out whether to work around or with President Obama.
By David Morris Published
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Elections 2014: Marijuana, Minimum Wages, and Other Ballot Measures to Watch Today
Politics These measures will help drive voter turnout in some tight U.S. Senate and gubernatorial races.
By Pamela M. Prah Published
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Five States That Hold the Key to Control of the Senate
Politics Don’t be surprised if Democrats keep power. But either way, gridlock will remain.
By David Morris Published
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3 Big Obamacare Changes That Employers Want – and One They’ll Actually Get
Politics After looking at the downside risks, most companies will continue to offer their workers coverage.
By Martha Lynn Craver Published
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Republicans Can Win Back the Senate, but Will They?
Politics Though the GOP will pick up seats this fall, winning six seats from Democrats is an iffy proposition.
By David Morris Published
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Uncle Sam’s Big Push into the Digital Era
Business Costs & Regulation Look for many changes—from faster wireless service to more football on TV.
By John Miley Published
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As Congress Dawdles, States Take Policy Lead
Politics Minimum wage, same-sex marriage, pension reform, marijuana and food safety are on the agenda in state capitals.
By Kenneth R. Bazinet Published
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