Blog Profile / The Caucus
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| Filed Under: | US Politics / US Elections | |
| Posts on Regator: | 8406 | |
| Posts / Week: | 30.9 | |
| Archived Since: | March 7, 2008 | |
Blog Post Archive
The Early Word: On Message
The latest political news from today's Times and around the Web, as well as a look at what's happening in Washington.
Heller to Run for Ensign Senate Seat in Nevada
Representative Dean Heller, Republican of Nevada, said on Tuesday that he will run for the Senate seat being vacated by Senator John Ensign next year.
Bloomberg on Hill to Back Gun Law
A bill sponsored by Representative Carolyn McCarthy will try to close loopholes in the system for background checks before gun sales.
Political Tidbits About Kaine, Bayh and Obama
Political junkies, just like sports junkies, love the little items. Here are a few.
Obama Strategy: Share Credit (and Blame?)
Rather than emphasize his differences with potential Oval Office rivals, the president is taking every opportunity he can to embrace members of the other party.
The Early Word: Pushing Back
The latest political news from today's Times and around the Web, as well as a look at what's happening in Washington.
That Tsunami? Not a Joke. Seriously.
Making light of the tsunami on Twitter or in an e-mail has cost three people their jobs.
G.O.P. Wants Deal on Commerce Secretary
Senate Republicans say they want chance to ratify trade deals with South Korea, Colombia and Panama or they won't vote to confirm a new commerce secretary.
Video: What's Ahead for President Obama
John Harwood and Jackie Calmes discuss gun control, the federal budget and two other issues on President Obama's policy agenda this week.
Get a Tax Receipt From Uncle Sam
A new calculator shows how much of your tax money goes to different federal departments.
Barbour Slams Obama on Economy and Energy
Hayley Barbour, the Republican governor of Mississippi who is considering a 2012 presidential run, delivered a sweeping indictment of the president's economic and energy policies in a speech to business leaders on Monday.
Obama Calls for Remaking of No Child Left Behind
President Obama called on Congress on Monday to revamp the "No Child Left Behind" education law by the time students start a new school year in September.
Best Political Quotes of the Weekend
With all the news around the world these days, it's easy to miss the good political commentary over the weekend. Here's a roundup of some of the best quotes.
Back to the Budget, in Fits and Starts
Another three-week extension of funding comes to the House floor (but not necessarily for National Public Radio).
The Early Word: Reactions
The latest political news from today's Times, around the Web and happenings in Washington.
By Asking for Less, Obama May Reap More
President Obama needs less from Congress now than he did in his first two years in office.
Roast, As Usual, On the Gridiron Menu
President Obama indulges the press, and himself, with an appearance at the annual Gridiron Club dinner.
State Department Spokesman Out, After Comments on Prisoner
The chief State Department spokesman, P.J. Crowley, stepped down today after publicly criticizing the treatment of Pfc. Bradley Manning, who is being detained on charges of leaking classified information to Wikileaks.
Sunday Breakfast Menu, March 13
The devastation in Japan, the federal budget and the Middle East are the talk of the talk shows.
Gingrich Stance on Libya Examined
Newt Gingrich has accused President Obama of being soft on Libya, inviting examination of his own record.