President Obama signs updated nuclear treaty with Russia, Democratic reformers topple repressive government in Kyrgzstan, GOP rips Democratic suggestion of a Value Added Tax.

 

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For the second time in five years, the people of Kyrgyzstan have toppled the government in pursuit of much greater freedoms.  What will this development mean for the key military base we have there as part of the mission in Afghanistan?  Will Russia be meddling with the new government?  We ask Ilan Berman of the […]

 

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Earlier this week, presidential economic adviser Paul Volcker said a value-added tax may be necessary if the U.S. hopes to reduce deficits and reform entitlements.  We get reaction from New Jersey Rep. Scott Garrett.  What is a value-added tax?  Is it a good idea?  Would it simplify the tax code or just pile on to […]

 

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John Gizzi of Human Events discusses the biggest political events of the week.  Is Obama being responsible or reckless in his nuclear policy?  How will frayed relations with Hamid Karzai impact our efforts in Afghanistan?  Why will Michael Steele survive the sex and spending scandal at the RNC?  Why shouldn’t conservatives worry about President Obama […]

 

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