A Washington Post editorial called it a “liberal manifesto.” James Fallows, writing for The Atlantic, called it “the most sustainedly ‘progressive’ statement Barack Obama has made in his decade on the national stage.” And David Remnick at The New Yorker wrote, “This was Barack Obama without apology—a liberal emboldened by...
“By linking the founding moments of women's rights, African-American rights, and gay rights, Obama stepped forcefully into a politically charged zone. He became the first president to mention the word "gay" and the issue of gay rights in an inaugural address,” according to ABC News. The remarks might raise eyebrows...
National Journal reports, “Although attendees to the main inaugural ball paid as much as $1,000 to get in the door, they were greeted with Cheez-It crackers and pretzels to eat as appetizers. Good news, guests had been warned.
President Obama tapped attorney MARY JO WHITE to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission and re-nominated RICHARD CORDRAY to serve as the head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (who was promoted to the position last year with a recess appointment). Sen. Mike Crapo (R-UT), ranking member of Senate Banking,...
Politico writes “Congress’s next battle will be to keep the government open after March 27 while simultaneously stopping massive spending cuts to the Pentagon and other government programs that take hold March 1. And that fight shows how steep the hill is to climb. The GOP wants to replace automatic...
This week’s National Journal cover story contemplates the steps Republicans need to take to reposition themselves to gain power…“Here’s how to get the party back on track. Step 1: Admit the Problem; Step 2: Go Outside your Comfort Zone; Step 3: Speak Their Language … FOR THE FULL 12 STEPS...
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