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The Washington Monument remains closed behind a barricade with police tape as a result of damage sustained during the earthquake. (Rod Lamkey Jr./The Washington Times)

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Bill Clinton urges Illinois lawmakers to take action on gay marriage
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Bill Clinton urges Illinois lawmakers to take action on gay marriage

Court: U.S. can keep bin Laden photos under wraps

Parties divide over IRS scandal fallout