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Centrism Twists Debt Ceiling Debate

By E.J. Dionne
WASHINGTON -- What the country yearns for is moderation. What we hear about is the political center. But centrism has become the enemy of moderation. Moderation in politics is about balance. It means believing in a vibrant and innovative private sector and a government substantial enough to do what the private sector doesn't and to enforce sensible rules for economic competition. It means... (Read Full Article)
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