Obama Commentary
Measure submitted to dump gay marriage ban
A group pushed ahead Thursday with a campaign to repeal California’s same-sex marriage ban, even though some other gay rights organizations think it’s too soon for another expensive ballot fight.
Seniors’ hopes, fears at center of health debate
For the moment, the health care fight is all about older folks. Democrats agonized Thursday over how to soothe worried seniors but decided one idea was too risky because it could antagonize the powerful drug industry whose support i..Full story
Ousted Honduran president says he’s met with interim gov’t, begun dialogue to resolve crisis
Ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya said Thursday he has met with an interim government official and begun dialogue aimed at ending the country’s protracted political crisis.
5 US troops killed in Afghan attacks
Five American troops were killed in attacks in southern Afghanistan, where the U.S. and NATO have ramped up operations against the Taliban and seen casualties rise quickly in what has been the deadliest year of the war for internati..Full story
Analysis: Movement but no grand bargain with Iran
23, 2009. – AP – In diplomatic parlance, it’s called “movement” – a small step here and there in the direction of a deal but with an uncertain end.
Candidates make run for crucial 2.4M independents in New Jersey governor’s race
After casting his vote for Democrat Jon Corzine four years ago, Daniel Wilson is backing the Republican challenger this time around, unhappy the New Jersey governor has not eased the high tax burden on state businesses and residents..Full story
GOP using ‘You lie’ lawmaker for fundraising pitch
The Republican Party is using the newfound fame of the lawmaker who shouted “You lie!” at President Barack Obama to raise money for GOP candidates around the country.
House Dems consider insurance tax
House Democrats are considering a tax on high-cost insurance plans to help pay for health care overhaul that tops President Barack Obama’s domestic agenda.A BLOG IT>>> House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., said Friday..Full story
Palin reappears, boosts finances with Asia speech
Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin emerged from a two-month absence from public view in an unlikely manner: with a closed-door speech, heavy on foreign policy, to a group of investors in Hong Kong.Her 90-minute speech, delivered Wednesd..Full story
Analysis: Nation still wrestling with how to talk about race under its first black president
For a while, it almost seemed as if President Barack Obama had soothed the angst over race in this country simply by taking office.
