Patricia Murphy is a writer in Washington, D.C., where she covers Congress and politics.
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Immigration Reform Loves a Good Scandal
While Washington dithers over Benghazi, AP-gate, and the IRS, advocates for immigrants just keep... MORE
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The Appointees War
Patricia Murphy on how a GOP boycott of Obama’s EPA nominee finally has Democrats ready to blow. MORE
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Caught in the Crossfire
Sen. Dean Heller of Nevada was a key player in the battle over gun-conrol legislation in the Senate.... MORE
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Is Immigration a Casualty?
Patricia Murphy on the fallout after the Boston blasts stole momentum from the drive for new laws. MORE
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Pat Toomey’s Savvy Background Check
Gun groups vow revenge, but polls show even Pennsylvania’s GOP voters agree with him.... MORE
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Lindsey Graham’s Hagel Vendetta
The South Carolina senator's crusade against fellow Republican Chuck Hagel may seem inexplicable,... MORE
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The Big Punt
Both sides see procrastination now as the path to getting their way later. By Patricia Murphy. MORE
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Romney’s Virginia Spoiler?
Virgil Goode could siphon enough votes from the GOP ticket to throw Obama a win. MORE
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Akin’s Surprising Cheering Squad
Abortion opponents and many Dems alike are urging Akin to stay in the Missouri Senate race.... MORE
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Take Your Mom to Campaign Day
Paul Ryan’s mother will campaign with him in Florida, the latest in the GOP trend, says Patricia... MORE
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Ryan Budget Battle Begins
Patricia Murphy on the plan’s ripple effect in tight, down-ticket races—and the brewing ‘knife... MORE
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The Election’s Sleeping Giant
Just as important as the presidential race is who takes control on Capitol Hill.... MORE
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The Hill’s Tax-Cut Whodunit
Patricia Murphy on who’s being held ‘hostage’ in the congressional impasse over the Bush tax cuts. MORE
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Who’s Ready for Prime Time?
Patricia Murphy on the qualities Mitt’s VP pick needs and how the top names, from Ryan to Rubio,... MORE
