To Act Globally, Try Living Ethically
That essentially is the message philosopher Peter Singer wants to convey in his new book, “The Life You Can Save: Acting Now to End World Poverty,— which hits the shelves today.
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GOP Lawmakers Planning United Message on Budget
Determined to present a unified front against the White House and a Democratic-run Congress, Republicans plan to use the budget release today to kick off a five-week campaign that will highlight areas
Rep. Dingell Makes History
John Dingell (D-Mich.) will stand alone today as the longest-serving Representative in history. Dingell will break the late Rep.
Postal Service Puts Its Stamp on Lincoln Fete
Nowadays, former President Abraham Lincoln is everywhere: in books, at museums, in theaters and, starting today, in new stamps.
Heard on the Hill: Stone’s Monologue Rolls On … and On
Gainer, who accompanied President Barack Obama throughout the day, also wrote of seeing off the new president and first lady Michelle Obama.
Obama Becomes President, Calls for Bold Change in America
Barack Obama took the oath of office as the 44th president of the United States on Tuesday, becoming the nationÂ’s first black president nearly 144 years after the end of the Civil War and the abolition
Throngs Come to Take Part
Taking the reins from President George W.
Democrats Turn Page on History
With todayÂ’s inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th president of the United States, Democrats in Congress are eagerly anticipating a new era of policy accomplishments even as they bask in the political
Biden’s Alter Ego to Succeed Him in Senate
Kaufman spent 19 years as chief of staff to Biden, the First StateÂ’s senior Senator who officially resigns his seat today after 36 years.
Presidential Speechwriters Anticipate a New Era
Millions of people are expected to descend on Washington in a few weeks to hear President-elect Barack ObamaÂ’s inauguration speech and get a glimpse of the new presidentÂ’s vision for the next administration
Let’s Not Nationalize Americans’ Health Care
So alongside freedom of speech and freedom of the press we might see freedom to practice medicine, and freedom to elect medical treatment, similarly enshrined.
Democrats Offer Mild Censure After Lieberman Apologizes
Though many Democrats and liberal activists wanted a tougher penalty for Lieberman’s disloyalty — his aggressive criticism of President-elect Barack Obama’s candidacy and his support of GOP presidential
Eyes Are Still on Lieberman
“I think it’s kind of a sum and substance argument, but it was very important for the caucus today to send a message that we want to go forward as a unified caucus to put the past behind us and get serious
House Rejects Wall Street Bailout
Several Democratic leadership staffers said there would not be another vote today.
McCain Campaign Picks Up Big Win During Conventions
And McCain closed it out by giving voters the steak they were looking for — an acceptance speech with substance.
Log Cabin Republicans Vote to Support McCain
“This is very helpful to us,” DuHaime said in an interview after the event.
Clinton Releases Delegates, Then Moves for Acclamation
” chants throughout her speech. “Many of you feel a responsibility to represent the voters in your state.
Clinton Releases Delegates
“I’m here today to release you as my delegates,” Clinton said moments before being drowned out by shouts of protest.
Clinton, Other Leading Democrats Say Action on Health Care Is Urgent
Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.), today cited health care as the No. 1 issue facing Americans.
In Keynote, Warner Lambastes McCain
John McCain (Ariz.) in his keynote speech on Tuesday night, telling the audience that “we need a president who understands the world today.” “The race for the future is on,” Warner said.