Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:21:24 GMT
It's not abnormal for lawmakers to begin a political meeting with a prayer. But in Arizona, an atheist state representative began the daily session with a quote from a well-known atheist.
It's not abnormal for lawmakers to begin a political meeting with a prayer. But in Arizona, an atheist state representative began the daily session with a quote from a well-known atheist.
Monday, April 8 2013 10:08 PM EDT2013-04-09 02:08:01 GMT
The federal government can't figure out a gun control bill. But states are moving to create their own, with wide-ranging plans that reflect America's stark divide on guns.
The federal government can't figure out a gun control bill. But states are moving to create their own, with wide-ranging plans that reflect America's stark divide on guns.
Tuesday, March 19 2013 8:00 AM EDT2013-03-19 12:00:13 GMT
(RNN) - Unlike their peers in the Senate who enjoy the luxury of 6-year job security, lawmakers in the House of Representatives must balance their legislative duties with the constant pressure of a 2-year
Despite leaving Capitol Hill and working in other sectors, several former members of Congress are returning to pick up where they left off.
Friday, March 1 2013 7:03 AM EST2013-03-01 12:03:14 GMT
Is the sequestration scare an exaggeration or a sign that the military is an indispensable part of our economy?
One oft-cited study says sequestration cuts to military spending will cost about a million jobs and the nation's security will be compromised. But is that an exaggeration or a sign that the military is an indispensable part of our economy?
Thursday, February 28 2013 3:12 PM EST2013-02-28 20:12:08 GMT
Sorry for not responding. Here are some comments. You may use them if they suit your purposes. First, I would offer a disclaimer. The exact nature of the implications for specific fiscal actions
An economist took time to answer questions about the impending sequester and the economy of the United States.
Wednesday, February 27 2013 4:18 PM EST2013-02-27 21:18:38 GMT
Some say the defense industry and military are exaggerating the impacts of sequestration.
While the defense industry and the military will experience many job losses should the budget cuts go into effect on Friday, some say their numbers will not be as high as they claim.
Wednesday, February 27 2013 8:15 AM EST2013-02-27 13:15:42 GMT
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(RNN) - First Lady Michelle Obama showed off a new look in her new official White House portrait that was unveiled on Wednesday. Her bangs were the most obvious change in her recent official portrait,
The White House released Vice President Joe Biden's new official portrait on Monday, a week after the first lady and a couple of months after the president.
Wednesday, February 13 2013 12:22 AM EST2013-02-13 05:22:16 GMT
Here is a full transcript of the Republican address to the nation, given by Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida.Good evening. I'm Marco Rubio. I'm blessed to represent Florida in the United States Senate. Let
Sen. Marco Rubio, R - FL, gives the Republican response to President Obama's SOTU address.
Tuesday, February 12 2013 11:02 PM EST2013-02-13 04:02:47 GMT
President Barack Obama's State of the Union address as prepared for delivery.Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, fellow citizens: Fifty-one years ago, John F. Kennedy declared to this
President Barack Obama's State of the Union address as prepared for delivery.
Wednesday, January 23 2013 11:50 AM EST2013-01-23 16:50:15 GMT
Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman, Ranking Member, members of the committee, both older and new. I'm very grateful for this opportunity and I thank you very much for your patience to give me the chance
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's opening remarks before her testimony in front of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday.
Wednesday, December 12 2012 6:30 AM EST2012-12-12 11:30:07 GMT
(RNN) - Perhaps one of the most silent consequences of jumping off the fiscal cliff is the possible enforcement of the Medicare Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) formula. Unbeknownst by most, Medicare enacted
If the fiscal cliff cuts go into effect, doctors could see a 27 percent cut in what Medicare will pay.
Saturday, November 10 2012 1:48 PM EST2012-11-10 18:48:37 GMT
(RNN) – With the majority of ballots counted and the question of who will be the next president put to rest, only Florida remains undecided as vote tallies continued into Wednesday. With 97 percent reported,
The state of Florida has finished its tally, and its 29 electoral votes went to President Barack Obama. Not that it mattered.
Wednesday, August 8 2012 7:12 AM EDT2012-08-08 11:12:45 GMT
(CNN) - Former President Jimmy Carter is expected to show his support for President Obama through a tapped video address at the Democratic National Convention. The Nobel Peace Prize winner did not speak
President Jimmy Carter is slated to address the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, NC in September.
Tuesday, November 8 2011 8:03 PM EST2011-11-09 01:03:00 GMT
GOP presidential candidate Herman Cain denied ever having met a woman who offered a lurid account of alleged sexual advances made by Cain toward her, saying the events never took place.
Friday, October 21 2011 6:05 PM EDT2011-10-21 22:05:08 GMT
"So to sum up, the U.S. is moving forward from a position of strength. The long war in Iraq will come to an end by the end of this year," President Barack Obama said. "The transition in Afghanistan is moving forward, and our troops are finally coming home."
Thursday, June 23 2011 10:39 AM EDT2011-06-23 15:39:27 GMT
The first of 33,000 U.S. troops will begin withdrawing from Afghanistan in July as the United States begins the task of turning over security and withdrawing from a nearly 10-year war.
Friday, May 24 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:29:58 GMT
(CNN) - Furloughs are ending for the U.S. Park Police. The National Park Service released a statement saying it saved enough money to end the furloughs early. The park service director said the savings
The National Park Service released a statement saying it saved enough money to end the furloughs early.
Friday, May 10 2013 3:49 PM EDT2013-05-10 19:49:29 GMT
(RNN) - Small airport towers that faced closure due to sequestration received another reprieve from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said in a statement on Friday
The U.S Department of Transportation announced an extension of the 149 air traffic control towers that were scheduled to closed will remain open until Sept. 30.
Friday, April 5 2013 2:47 PM EDT2013-04-05 18:47:20 GMT
(RNN) - The Federal Aviation Administration said it will delay the closure of 149 air traffic control towers at small airports until June, according to the AP. In March the agency made the decision to
The Federal Aviation Administration said it will delay the closure of 149 air traffic control towers at small airports until June, according to the AP.
Monday, March 18 2013 8:43 AM EDT2013-03-18 12:43:27 GMT
(RNN) – Will it or won't it? As people fill out their tax forms this year, they ponder whether or not the sequester will delay their anticipated refunds. The short answer is no, but that is by no means
The sequester will not affect returns. However, the last-minute passing of the American Taxpayer Relief Act pushed back the start of tax season to Feb. 8.
Saturday, March 2 2013 12:48 AM EST2013-03-02 05:48:05 GMT
(RNN) - Hours before the budget cuts known as sequestration were set to take effect, President Barack Obama has signed the order to begin $85 billion in across the board reductions.Copyright 2013 Raycom
Hours before the budget cuts known as sequestration were set to take effect, President Barack Obama has signed the order to begin $85 billion in across the board reductions.
Which president had the first telephone? Which commander in chief gambled away the White House china? Or who loved jelly beans? Discover some fun facts about some of the men who've been president.
Do you know which president was the first to have a telephone? Which commander in chief gambled away the White House china? Or who loved jelly beans? Discover some fun facts about some of the men who've held the highest office in the United States.
The 2012 election may be over, but not all may be lost for Republicans looking for love. Thanks to chemistry.com, you can find your political equal in these cities.
Republicans lost the 2012 presidential election, but not all may be lost for members of the GOP looking for love. Chemistry.com lists the cities they are most likely to find their political equal.
Inaugurations have evolved to reflect a changing U.S. and the personalities of the men occupying the office.
Inaugurations have evolved to reflect a changing U.S. and the personalities of the men occupying the office. Here's a look at some of the inaugurations for years past.
The final debate before the 2012 presidential election provided an endless amount of viral internet memes as well as the inspiration for some creative fictional Twitter hash tags.
The final debate before the 2012 presidential election provided enough memorable moments - one in particular about the Navy - to create an endless amount of viral internet memes. It also was the inspiration for some creative fictional Twitter hash tags.
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