Good morning.
As , there's much talk today not only about the tax deal that President Obama and Congressional Republicans reached earlier this week -- but also about his hope ( ) that the tax system can be simplified.
Also already happening today: . Chinese democracy activist Liu Xiaobo, the honoree, will be represented by an empty chair. He's been jailed by Chinese authorities.
As for other stories making headlines, they include:
-- ABC °µºÚ±¬ÁÏ: "Assange Lawyers ."
-- The Wall Street Journal: "Markets ."
-- Roll Call: "Profanity, Anger ."
-- The New York Times: " E.P.A. ."
-- BBC °µºÚ±¬ÁÏ: "Student Fees Protest: ."
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