Does Romney really hate redistribution?
Mitt Romney is railing against redistribution despite its central place in the American system
Issues 2012: In Depth
To sequester or not to sequester?
The president's prediction that automatic spending cuts "will not happen" has sown confusion among policymakers working to avert the fiscal cliff
Issue brief: Health care
Health care is expensive and getting more so, squeezing private enterprise and driving up the deficit. CBS News takes an in-depth look at the issue
Issue brief: Debt and Deficit
The issue of the debt and deficit, broken down by CBS News: the challenges, the problems and the solutions
Issue brief: Immigration
America's immigration policy doesn't attract high-skilled immigrants, nor does it address the estimated 11.5M undocumented immigrants here. CBS News takes an in-depth look at the issue
Issue brief: Energy and Environment
CBS News breaks down the issues of energy and the environment: the challenge, the problems and the candidates' positions
Issue brief: Education
The issue of education broken down by CBS News: the challenges, the problems and the solutions
Issue brief: Afghanistan and Pakistan
CBS News' in-depth look at war in Afghanistan and its effect on neighboring Pakistan as well as its impact on U.S. politics
Issue brief: Russia
An in-depth look from CBS News at how U.S. leaders are managing the relationship with Russia
Issue brief: Global finance
CBS News takes an in-depth look at the European Union as it deals with member countries' economic issues
Issue brief: China
CBS News takes a look at the political flashpoint of China, as it's on track to become the world's largest economy
Issue brief: Iran
As Iran continues to pursue nuclear weapons, CBS News takes an in-depth look at the issue and its political ramifications
With Election Day on the horizon, issues take center stage
CBS News' series, Issues 2012: In Depth, takes a look at the issues facing the country this election year
Issue brief: Arab Spring
CBS News' in-depth look at the Arab Spring: turmoil in Libya, Egypt, Syria, and elsewhere, and what it means for the U.S.
Issue brief: Housing
CBS News examines the lingering problems with the housing market, still struggling to recover in the wake of the recession
Obama: Congress in the way of housing recovery
In his weekly address President Obama chides Congress for adjourning before passing his proposed housing bill
Student debt: Is it worth it?
Stanford University president, John Hennessy speaks to "CTM" co-hosts about the payoff behind the high cost of higher education
Bob's Blog: Swing state voters & big issues
Bob Schieffer previews Sunday's "Face the Nation" and looks at the news of the week
Campaign 2012: Obama vs. Romney
In separate interviews, President Barack Obama and his challenger, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, discuss the election year's hot-button issues
Obama grilled on immigration promise
At a Miami town hall meeting, the president responded to a charge that he didn't keep his promise on major immigration reform
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George W. Bush on painting a new vision of immigrants
The former president's latest passion is celebrating the contributions of immigrants to our country (as seen in his book of portraits, "Out of Many, One"), which he hopes will help foster a more respectful attitude – and aid reform.
Transcript: Anthony Fauci on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical adviser to President Biden, that aired Sunday, April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Biden administration invests $1.7 billion to fight COVID variants
The U.S. is setting up a $1.7 billion national network to identify and track worrisome coronavirus mutations.
West Point cadets expelled over worst cheating scandal in 40 years
The military academy is also ending a program meant to encourage cadets to adhere to its honor code.
Congressional caucus would champion "Anglo-Saxon" traditions
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene said the document is a "staff level draft proposal from an outside group that I hadn't read."
Macron says international community must draw "clear red lines" with Russia
In an interview on "Face The Nation," Macron said that sanctions alone on Russia are not sufficient.
Pelosi reiterates call for commission to investigate 1/6 insurrection
Republicans have rejected Pelosi's previous proposal for a commission, which is modeled after the 9/11 commission.
Roger Stone sued over nearly $2 million in alleged unpaid taxes
The onetime Trump adviser owes the federal government roughly $2 million, according to the lawsuit.
Russia announces expulsion of 10 U.S. diplomats and ban some U.S. officials
Russia said it was retaliating for sanctions issued by the Biden administration Thursday
Ted Cruz suggests he will no longer wear a mask in the Capitol
Cruz falsely claimed everyone working in the Senate is vaccinated, and incorrectly cited CDC guidance on masks
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A sweet life: Growing lemons on the Amalfi Coast
For centuries, lemons have thrived on this region's mountainous terrain, and became a key ingredient in the culinary landscape. "Sunday Morning" visits a family which has been farming lemons for seven generations.
Building Easter Island's first music school
Mahani Teave, who grew up on Rapa Nui (also known as Easter Island), was introduced to the piano as a child. After studying classical piano in Chile, Cleveland and Berlin, she has returned to build the island's first music school.
Prince Philip is laid to rest at Windsor
Correspondent Mark Phillips reports on the funeral for Britain's Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, held at Windsor Castle.
Prince Philip laid to rest at St. George's Chapel
Queen Elizabeth, his wife of 73 years, was seen in public for the first time since his death.
Princess Anne's prominent role in funeral procession
Known by her formal title, the Princess Royal, Anne, 70, is Philip's second child and only daughter with a busy and prominent role in the Royal family.
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Transcript: Anthony Fauci on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical adviser to President Biden, that aired Sunday, April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Up, up and away: Travel industry prepares for post-pandemic surge
With CDC restrictions loosening and more people being vaccinated by the day, the travel bug is busting out all over, with a huge increase in air travel and some hotels booked solid through the end of the year.
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers.
Four Sikhs among victims of Indianapolis mass shooting
Amarjit Sekhon, a 48-year-old mother of two sons, was the breadwinner of her family and one of many members of Indianapolis' tight knit Sikh community. She died in a mass shooting that claimed the lives of seven other FedEx employees - four of them Sikhs.
Biden administration invests $1.7 billion to fight COVID variants
The U.S. is setting up a $1.7 billion national network to identify and track worrisome coronavirus mutations.
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George W. Bush on painting a new vision of immigrants
The former president's latest passion is celebrating the contributions of immigrants to our country (as seen in his book of portraits, "Out of Many, One"), which he hopes will help foster a more respectful attitude – and aid reform.
Transcript: Anthony Fauci on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical adviser to President Biden, that aired Sunday, April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Biden administration invests $1.7 billion to fight COVID variants
The U.S. is setting up a $1.7 billion national network to identify and track worrisome coronavirus mutations.
West Point cadets expelled over worst cheating scandal in 40 years
The military academy is also ending a program meant to encourage cadets to adhere to its honor code.
Congressional caucus would champion "Anglo-Saxon" traditions
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene said the document is a "staff level draft proposal from an outside group that I hadn't read."
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The revenge thriller "Promising Young Woman": An elegant gut-punch of a film
Oscar-nominee Carey Mulligan talks about her latest film, in which a woman methodically wreaks vengeance after her best friend is sexually assaulted, which has spurred conversations about sexism in Hollywood and female empowerment on screen.
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"Promising Young Woman": An elegant, gut-punch of a film
The awards-season success of Emerald Fennell's "Promising Young Woman," a revenge thriller in which a woman methodically wreaks vengeance after her best friend is sexually assaulted, has spurred conversations about sexism in Hollywood and female empowerment on screen. Correspondent Holly Williams talks with Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan about the film's message and its fearless, complicated heroine.
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Brothers Osborne on their long journey, of music and identity
The country music stars talk about their collaboration; how John Osborne overcame a crippling anxiety that caused the duo to cancel shows; and the effects of TJ Osborne coming out as gay, on the family and their fan base.
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SpaceX Crew Dragon cleared for launch
The flight will mark the third piloted launch of SpaceX's futuristic astronaut ferry ship.
Bezos vows to make Amazon "Earth's Best Employer"
Bezos said in a letter to shareholders that he isn't comforted by the failure of the unionization effort in Bessemer, Alabama.
Facebook reaches 100% renewable-energy milestone
The company said it now buys enough renewable electricity to power all its data centers and offices around the world.
NBA stars, "Steve Urkel" actor pile into growing cannabis biz
Jaleel White, who portrayed the quirky nerd in the 1990s sitcom "Family Matters," is launching a cannabis line.
NFL star Malcolm Jenkins opens door for Black tech investors
The New Orleans Saints' Malcolm Jenkins launched Broad Street Ventures to help spur tech investment by people of color.
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Life aboard the International Space Station
One of the most out-of-this-world travel destinations is 250 miles above the Earth, where scientific studies include the effects of long-term exposure to weightlessness, and the feasibility of extended travel into deep space.
Louisiana residents gear up for highly active hurricane season
The number of storms projected to form during the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season is above the 30-year average.
NASA astronaut returns safely to Earth after six months in space
Astronaut Kate Rubins arrived in a parachute landing southeast of the town Dzhezkazgan, Kazakhstan.
SpaceX Crew Dragon cleared for launch
The flight will mark the third piloted launch of SpaceX's futuristic astronaut ferry ship.
Biden working to ensure U.S. will have booster COVID-19 shots, if necessary
The announcement comes as drugmakers are touting their progress in developing the additional shots.
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The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24, 2021, from 10am - 2pm.
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
2 Twins games postponed over COVID protocols
The Twins are undergoing more testing this weekend in Anaheim, and they're uncertain when they'll be allowed to play again.
COVID-19 death toll tops 3 million worldwide
More than 566,000 of the deaths have been in the United States, which is now seeing a rise in coronavirus cases despite efforts to get people vaccinated.
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FedEx cellphone policy under scrutiny after deadly shooting
Employees at the Indianapolis facility couldn't get to their cellphones to call family or alert police.
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers.
Women can't win when they push for higher pay, study finds
Call for women to "lean in" may only go so far — especially for high-achieving women empowered to ask for more.
NJ deli valued at $100 million. That scares one top investor.
Top hedge fund manager frets that the market may be "possibly in the process of breaking completely."
NBA great Dwyane Wade becomes part owner of the Utah Jazz
"This goes way beyond the dream I had to just play basketball in the NBA," Wade said.
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Why Crosley Green's freedom still hangs in the balance
Inside Green's long-awaited and emotional homecoming, and why his newfound freedom could be short-lived.
Tamir Rice's family asks Justice Department to reopen case
Rice's family wants federal prosecutors to convene a grand jury to consider charges against the police officers.
Minneapolis braces for Derek Chauvin murder trial verdict
As tensions build ahead of a verdict, children in Minneapolis are feeling the anxiety.
Motive unknown after 8 killed at Indianapolis FedEx facility
Five others were wounded. Police say it appears the gunman took his own life.
Prosecutor's expert told grand jury police did not kill Daniel Prude
The grand jury ultimately rejected criminally negligent homicide charges against the three officers, transcripts show.
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Life aboard the International Space Station
One of the most out-of-this-world travel destinations is 250 miles above the Earth, where scientific studies include the effects of long-term exposure to weightlessness, and the feasibility of extended travel into deep space.
NASA astronaut returns safely to Earth after six months in space
Astronaut Kate Rubins arrived in a parachute landing southeast of the town Dzhezkazgan, Kazakhstan.
Soyuz crew heads home, SpaceX Crew Dragon prepped for launch
Three space station fliers returned to Earth amid preparations for SpaceX Crew Dragon launch Thursday.
SpaceX wins $2.9 billion contract for NASA moon lander
The contract covers an unpiloted test flight and a flight to carry two astronauts to the lunar surface.
NASA weighs 3 different designs as it shops for new lunar lander
For the first time since the Apollo program, NASA is shopping for a new lander for its Artemis program.
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Locked up for half his life, Crosley Green tastes freedom
A federal judge says Crosley Green was wrongfully convicted of murder. "48 Hours" spends the first hours of freedom with the Florida man.
Prince Philip through the years
Prince Philip, who died at age 99, was the patriarch of the British royal family.
Inside the night that led to Kat West's mysterious death
Authorities who investigated the death of the 42-year-old stay-at-home mom retraced not only the night of her death, but also her online life.
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How to navigate a competitive housing market
Competition in the U.S. housing market is fierce this spring, with surging demand and record-low inventory. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN to discuss how sellers and buyers can be prepared.
The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Does the Supreme Court Need Reform?
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series examines growing calls to overhaul the Supreme Court.
"Promising Young Woman": An elegant, gut-punch of a film
The awards-season success of Emerald Fennell's "Promising Young Woman," a revenge thriller in which a woman methodically wreaks vengeance after her best friend is sexually assaulted, has spurred conversations about sexism in Hollywood and female empowerment on screen. Correspondent Holly Williams talks with Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan about the film's message and its fearless, complicated heroine.
The Student Debt Dilemma
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series delves into the growing demands to cancel student debt.