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View on the Web. Wednesday, November 21, 2012 HEADLINES The 'fiscal cliff' budget baseline problem Sometimes lawmakers aren't speaking the same language, budget-wise, as they negotiate. For instance, should spending cuts reached as part of the 2011 debt ceiling deal count as new cuts, or old ones? » Read full article Advocates at odds over how to tighten campaign finance rules There are no less than four proposals to fund campaigns with public money; each has its own advocates. » Read full article Egypt announces cease-fire in Gaza conflict "This is a critical moment for the region," says Hillary Clinton, who has conducted an intensive round of diplomacy in the region. » Read full article POLL: Public views of Petraeus more negative New WaPo-ABC poll finds slipping popularity for Petraeus -- but he is still viewed positively. » Read full article WONKBLOG: 5 economic trends to be thankful for Things Americans can be grateful for in these times of economic challenge. » Read full article QUOTE OF THE DAY Rep. John Boehner (R-Ohio) saying in an op-ed that Obamacare should stay on the table in debt talks: "The president's health care law adds a massive, expensive, unworkable government program at a time when our national debt already exceeds the size of our country's entire economy. We can't afford it, and we can't afford to leave it intact. That's why I've been clear that the law has to stay on the table as both parties discuss ways to solve our nation's massive debt challenge." MULTIMEDIA Video: The News In 59 Seconds The Washington Post's Emi Kolawole offers news in less than a minute on the violence in the Mideast, Afghan suicide bombing, Mumbai attacker's execution and the presidential turkey pardon. All here on weekdays from noon to 2 p.m. Follow Washington Post Politics:     Unsubscribe ©2012 The Washington Post 1150 15th St NW Washington, DC 20071 Help & Contact Info Privacy Policy

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