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    Big Government, Is It Back in Fashion?

    Bob Scheer, who amazingly describes himself as a "libertarian," hosts today's show on the subject of Big Government. With the recession supposedly receding, and Cash for Clunkers making Ford more productive, has government intercession eased the economic emergency? Are we sloping toward socialism? Plus, death panels and healthcare, and who's pushing the buttons behind the protests.

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    By Arianna Huffington • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

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