In the news: Boston Marathon attack, Senate’s immigration plan, magnitude-7.8 earthquake, trimming Social Security, gold, Jackie Robinson.
The Hunt for the Marathon Bomber
The hunt for the killer behind Monday’s Boston Marathon bombings began within minutes of the attacks.
President Obama Offers Cautious Response to Boston Bomb Blasts
In the face of twin bomb blasts in Boston, a restrained President Obama betrayed no emotion, and did not dwell on the details
President Obama’s Remarks on the Boston Marathon Tragedy (Transcript and Video)
“Boston is a tough and resilient town. So are its people.”
Live Video and Updates: Boston Marathon Blasts Leave 2 Dead, Dozens Injured
TIME is tracking the breaking news from the scene in downtown Boston. Follow here for constant updates.
1,000 Words
Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick Responds to Boston Marathon Explosion
“This is a horrific day in Boston.”
Why Pension Funds Are Hooked on Private Equity
When President Obama unveiled his budget last Wednesday, it rekindled a debate over taxation of the private equity industry…
Abortion Doctor’s Murder Trial Sparks Media Debate
Some journalists are asking why the murder trial of a Philadelphia abortion doctor isn’t receiving more coverage.
U.S. Defense Cuts Lead to First Drop in Global Arms Spending in 15 Years
A new report says the world spent $1.75 trillion on military spending last year, and the gap between the U.S. and the rest of the world is narrowing.
SNL Whacks Toomey-Manchin Gun Control Compromise
SNL’s cold open took a look at the Toomey-Manchin deal on gun background checks.
“People are surprised. Of course, some people are surprised I can even read”
— Former President George W. Bush, talking to the Dallas Morning News about his painting hobby
In the ArenaGun Control
Gun Control: What Really Matters
I’m worried about what happens if the Congress passes the tepid but worthy background checks measure being debated this week.