Politics Afternoon Edition: Despite progress, Boehner offers backup tax plan

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View on the Web. Tuesday, December 18, 2012 HEADLINES Obama, Boehner move closer to deal, but Boehner also has backup plan Speaker says he will introduce a bill — opposed by Democrats — that would raise taxes on Americans earning more than $1M annually, aides say. » Read full article Obama supports reinstating assault weapon ban, aide says It's one of several signs that the gun industry is facing enormous new pressure, both financial and political, after Friday's massacre in Newtown, Conn. » Read full article Poll: Most want 'fiscal cliff' compromise but oppose cuts that may be part of deal The strong support for compromise belies widespread public opposition to big spending cuts that are likely to be part of any deal. » Read full article Potential 'fiscal cliff' concessions draw fire from left and right Deal framework draws anger from both ends of the political spectrum. » Read full article WONKBLOG: A 'fiscal cliff' deal is near: Here are the details Speaker John Boehner's latest offer doesn't go quite far enough for the White House to agree, but it goes far enough that many think they can see the agreement taking shape. » Read full article QUOTE OF THE DAY Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.V.) on his conversation with President Obama about legislative action in the wake of the Newtown massacre: "The President called me this afternoon. We agree that as Americans and parents, all of our children belong to all of us — and we must work together to keep our precious children safe ... I believe that we must have a dialogue and bring parties from all sides to the table." MULTIMEDIA Video: Pro-gun-rights legislators on gun control In the aftermath of the Newtown, Conn., shooting, a number of traditionally pro-gun-rights legislators have come out in support of new gun laws or signaled a willingness to budge on the issue. Follow Washington Post Politics:     Unsubscribe ©2012 The Washington Post 1150 15th St NW Washington, DC 20071 Help & Contact Info Privacy Policy

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