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Line of Fire
To some, the AR-15 is a symbol of American freedom. To others, it’s a weapon of mass destruction
Jacob Jones| Jan 15, 2013
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Idaho U.S. Rep. Raul Labrador could bring about a revitalization of the Republican Party — or thwart it
Daniel Walters| Jan 15, 2013
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Daniel Walters, Joe O'Sullivan| Jan 15, 2013
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Without changing its rules, the deliberations will drag on forever
Robert Herold| Jan 15, 2013
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Paul Quinnett| Jan 15, 2013
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Joe O'Sullivan| Jan 15, 2013
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Heidi Groover| Jan 15, 2013
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For some changes, Spokane has to ask the state for permission.
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