Opinion
Milbank: Trump’s State of Union emphasized divisions not unity
Trump drowned out his own call for bipartisanship with barbs aimed at Democrats and immigrants.
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Parker: It was a good speech. Can we hope for more?
Admittedly, the bar was set low, but Trump seemed “normal.” The trick now is to not mess it…
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Ignatius: Space for Israeli-Palestinian compromise is vanishing
As settlements grow, Israelis and Palestinians see decreasing chances for a two-state solution.
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Milbank: Trump’s Twitter feed State of the Union address
If you want Trump “from the heart,” skip his teleprompter address and read his tweets instead.
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Harrop: Is stock market’s rise worth what we’re paying?
Health coverage is in jeopardy, resources are being sold off. And trade deals are made without us.
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Robinson: Trump’s immigration plan is all about race
The White House is seeking to discourage immigration from non-white nations.
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Saunders: Trump needs to deal firmly with both Mid-East sides
The White House is playing hard-ball with Palestinians and needs to do the same with Israel.
Business
Medicare costs take big bite out of Social Security income
By 2030, medical fees not covered by Medicare will consume half of seniors’ Social Security benefits.
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Simoneaux: This is what it means to miss New Orleans
When beignets and cafe au lait call, it’s hard for a retiree not to consider a move back…
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Saunders: In speech to Knesset, Pence earns Israelis’ praise
The vice president won admiration from Israel’s left and right for his authenticity.
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Milbank: What do Republicans see in Trump as a role model?
So strong is the pull of tribalism that we’ve reached a point where partisanship outweighs morality.
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Parker: For an innocent man, Trump seems desperate to conceal
“Fake news,” has become the car alarm of Trump’s administration — meaningless and loud.
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Robinson: Who cares about Trump’s $130,000 hush-money payment?
Evangelical leaders may be forgiving of Trump’s porn-star payoff. Perhaps not Mueller and Melania.
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Petri: Some totally groundless takes on the Oscar nominees
I saw “Get Out” and “The Last Jedi.” But here’s what I know from trailers, posters and from…
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Schwab: If shutdown blame isn’t clear, it will be if DACA ends
If immigration needs fixing, let’s do it. Right after health care, climate change and more.
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Ignatius: Former spy chiefs drawn into a political mess
The former intelligence officials risk their credibility when they challenge Trump’s statements.
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Milbank: At last it can be revealed; inside FBI’s secret cabal
Inside the Society to Harass and Impeach Trump with Hearsay, Outrageous Lies and Extralegal Schemes.
Business
Bitcoin investing is sexy. But is the risk worth the thrill?
Already this year, bitcoin has seen heart-stopping drops, prompting more consumer warnings.
Business
The economic implications of Starbucks’ no-cash experiment
Cash is expensive to handle, messy and counting it is error-prone.
Opinion
Milbank: Bad news for Trump: Women are marching and running
A record number of women are running for office this year, and polls show them opposed to Trump.