Washington Watch - December 21, 2011

Happy Holidays!

It's that time of year again, and Washington Watch and the NASE want to wish you happy, safe holidays. We will return again in January when the new session of Congress begins.

Best,

Washington Watch Staff

Ron Paul Leads In Iowa

As the field intensifies coverage surrounding the Iowa Caucuses on January 3rd. Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney are battling for the top spot, as Ron Paul edges them out. See below for more:

• Poll: Paul In Top Spot In Iowa GOP Battle (CNN)
• Newt Gingrich, Ahead In Virginia, Promises Tougher Counterpunches (Christian Science Monitor)
• Romney Says Gingrich Can't Take Heat Of A Campaign (Boston.com)
• Gingrich Takes On Radical Judges (VIDEO)
• Mitt Romney: Newt Gingrich Blew It On Two Key Issues (Politico)
• Paul Slams Gingrich For Lack Of Military Service (CBS News)
• Gingrich Wins Tea Party Patriots Straw Poll (CNN)

Payroll Tax Updates

Congress continues to battle it out in Washington over the payroll tax cut. Here's the latest news:

• Overheard On CNN.com: Congress' Lack Of Action Sparks Anger
• Payroll Processors Say Two-Month Payroll Tax Fix Undoable (Fox News)
• House Republicans Reject Payroll Tax Deal (NY Times)
• GOP-Led House Blocks Senate's Payroll, Jobless Aid Bill (National Journal)

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