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In France, socialist Hollande sets out to soak the rich

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In Washington, Republicans are bashing President Obama for inflicting “European-style socialism” on the United States. Here in Paris, a genuine socialist took the presidential oath in May, and he has wasted no time implementing policies designed to soak the rich.

 

Muted response to prospect of Strauss-Kahn return

Cleared of sex assault charges, Dominique Strauss-Kahn could be back in France within days but may not get a hero's welcome, if sober newspaper editorials and cautious statements by his Socialist allies are anything to go by.

 

Obama delivers a spirited defense of government

Obama delivers a spirited defense of government

Obama calls for tolerance in "poisonous political climate," criticizes people at both ends of political spectrum for use of terms such as fascist, socialist.

 

Vote glitch in Hungary delays expected Fidesz win

Center-right Fidesz looked set to oust the Socialists Sunday after promising jobs and growth to Hungarians frustrated by budget cuts, but an unexpected delay in voting delayed the release of results.

 

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