Archive for October, 2011
Commission on Presidential Debates Sets 3 Debates for October 2012
Barack Obama will meet challenger at the University of Denver, Hofstra University, and Lynn University.
Eurozone Rescue Plan Will Be a Priority for Obama at G20
Obama will seek more details of Euro rescue at G20 forum.
Surprise Storm Kills 12, Leaves Millions Without Power in Northeast
Rare October storm raged from West Virginia to Maine, creating dangerous conditions.
Wall Street’s Best Month in a Decade Has Ugly Finish
Dow Jones industrial average fell 276 points and finished below 12,000 on the final day of the month.
End of NATO’s Libya Intervention Means Financial Relief for Allies
The NATO mission ends today, drawing seven months of costly operations to a close.
FBI Releases Materials on Russian Spy Anna Chapman
Details from probe that led to shut down of spy ring show intelligence on deep-cover agents.
‘Super Committee’ Looking Stalled
With the deadline up, there's little reason to expect a breakthrough with the super committee.
Consumers Spooked, But Still Spending (For Now)
Retail sales are up, but economists don’t expect sustained improvement.
Why Ron Paul (Probably) Won’t Leave the GOP
Despite Paul's insistence he has no plans to run as a third party candidate, press buzz continues.
Cain Calls Sexual Harassment Allegations a ‘Witch Hunt’
GOP hopeful denies accusations of inappropriate sexual behavior.
5 Good Ideas from 4 GOP Economic Plans
From Romney, Perry, Cain and Paul, a few sensible—and centrist—ideas for the economy.
Supreme Court Stays Out of Dispute Over Utah Roadside Memorials
Justices refuse to review U.S appeals court ruling on large cross memorials in Utah.
Another Recipient of Energy Department Loan Files for Bankruptcy
Company received a $43 million loan guarantee from a Department of Energy program last year.
Iran Foreign Minister Warns U.S. Against Gulf Buildup
Iran's foreign minister urges nations to tread cautiously in the troubled region.
Mitt Romney Charges Rick Perry With Flip-Flopping
Known as a flip-flopper himself, Romney attacks Perry's inconsistencies.
Obama Wants More Time Outside the Beltway
Obama finds real Americans and their stories refreshing and tells aides to plan more trips away.
Arizona Authorities Crack Down on Drug Cartel
Officials in Arizona arrested at least 70 suspected drug smugglers.
Cain Faces Sexual Harassment Allegations
Herman Cain is experiencing his first big test as a presidential candidate.
Companies Require Smokers, Obese Pay Higher Healthcare Premiums
U.S. firms to charge smokers, obese more for healthcare.
‘Occupy’ Protesters in Austin And Portland Arrested
Dozens of protesters in Austin, Texas and Portland, Oregon were arrested peacefully.
Births Worldwide Celebrated as ’7 Millionth’
The celebrations reflected symbolism more than demography.
Twitter Use Varies Across 2012 Field
Twitter is abuzz with presidential candidates this year, though not all in the Twittersphere are equal.
President to Sign Executive Order to Reduce Drug Shortages
President Obama is directing the Food and Drug Administration to take steps to reduce drug shortages.
Cain Campaign Responds to Harassment Allegations
Herman Cain's campaign denied allegations Sunday that he was twice accused of sexual harassment.
NASA Launches New Satellite to Monitor Weather, Climate Change
Latest satellite carries four new instruments capable of making precise observations.
Security Improves in Afghanistan
Security improves, but militants in Pakistan still pose significant risk.
Obama Continues on Offense
Obama continues to take the offense with plans to offer students and homeowners relief.
Lawmakers: NFL Players Stalling on HGH Tests
NFL Players Union refuses to acknowledge agreement to begin collecting blood samples.
Halloween Isn’t Just About the Candy
Halloween is supposed to be fun for kids, but some precautions are needed
Anthrax Vaccine Won’t Be Tested on Kids
Advisory board says ethical issues need to be resolved before vaccine can be tested on children.
Diners Say No to Dessert With Obama
Casey Helbling surprised by the president's casual conversation.
Obama Making Rounds as Speaker at Washington Events
President has been using award dinners and black-tie galas to speak to key organizations.
To Create Jobs, It’s the Housing, Stupid
Washington has done little to help the industry that is the biggest weight on recovery.
Can Cain Campaign Ads Be Taken Seriously?
They're a hit on YouTube, but will Cain's funnies play with the mainstream?
Senators Battle Over Big 12 NCAA Football
Politics and sports aren't such strange bedfellows.
Joe the Plumber Would Vote for Herman Cain
Wurzelbacher runs for office, supports "a solid individual" for president.
American Companies Explain Their Campaign Spending to Shareholders
Calls for transparency has been building despite Citizens United ruling.
World’s Governments Must Prepare for Challenge of Climate Refugees
If global temperatures rise as predicted, resettlement would become unavoidable in some regions.
Obama Fulfills Campaign Promises
This week, President Obama claimed he has delivered on 60 percent of his 2008 campaign promises.
Statue of Liberty Turns 125; Old Immigration Attitudes Alive as Well
And the paradox of America's uneasiness with latest immigrants remains as well.
U.S. Consumers Cut Back on Saving in September
Slow income growth led to more spending, less saving last month.
Perry Needs to Improve at Debates, Not Walk Away
GOP is watching, and he risks looking weak by skipping the contests.
Can Foreign Buyers Save the U.S. Housing Market?
Declining house prices could mean more foreign investors who are looking for bargains.
Will the ‘Occupy’ Crowd Get Overtaken by Radicals?
Pols in both parties say if the movement is radicalized, it will lose support
Women, Minorities Vastly Underrepresented in Engineering Profession
Numbers of minority engineers are growing but they still make up a small percentage of total engineers.
Committee’s Deficit Reduction Plans Show Partisan Divisions
Republican proposal highlights disagreement with Democrats over how to ease debt burden.
Officials Face Huge Risks in Confronting ‘Occupy Wall Street’
Violent confrontation in Oakland shows hazards of putting an end to demonstrations.
How a Flat Tax Would (Ahem) Kill Jobs.
Close to 1 million people work in the tax-preparation business that Perry and Cain want to decimate.
Obama: Europe Needs ‘Credible Firewall’ for Economic Crisis
President says European leaders need to follow through on new euro zone agreement.
Cain Campaign Manager Has Interesting Past
Mark Block was banned from running political campaigns in Wisconsin for three years.
Obama Loses Millions of Dollars in Campaign Support
In some cases, supporters who gave to President in '08 are sending donations to other candidates.
U.N. Votes to Remove NATO Troops From Libya
The 15-nation security council voted unanimously to remove NATO forces from Libya.
Not the ‘Slickest’ Debater, Perry May Not Participate in All GOP Debates
Texas governor has struggled, seeks a rebound after introducing plans for a flat tax.
House Passes Small Element of American Jobs Act
Measure eliminates a yet-to-be enacted law.
Obama Says Eurozone Deal Calmed Markets
Obama hopeful after Europe came to an agreement on debt crisis.
Weather, Police Raid Fears Disrupts ‘Occupy Wall Street’
Protesters are on edge after demonstrators have been evicted from other parks around the country.
Romney, Cain Hope Business Experience Will Win Voters
Republican hopefuls hope that their successful business careers will translate into votes.
Europe Strikes a Deal, Stocks Surge
Stock markets rose 3 percent as European leaders came to an agreement on how to handle debt crisis.
Obama Administration Moves Past Solyndra, Updates ‘Solar Energy Zones’
New plan is subject to a 90-day public comment period.
‘Super-committee’ Republicans Seek $2.2 Trillion in Deficit Cuts
Plan calls for cuts to Medicare and Medicaid health programs.
Newt Gingrich Credits Lawyer for Keeping 2012 Campaign on Track
In the tough early days of Newt's campaign, Randy Evans kept him focused.
Obama Campaign Sues Merchandise Company
Lawsuit says company used Rising Sun logo without permission.
White House Says World Economy Is Still on the Brink
White House calls for a balanced approach to deficit reduction.
U.S. Drone Strike Kills Five Pakistani Taliban Commanders
Pakistan's Taliban carries out cross-border attacks in Afghanistan.
EU Leaders Reach Deal on Greece, but Worries Remain
Greece debt plan is only one step forward on fixing the EU's problems.
10 Jobs Created by Presidential Campaigns
Though temporary, political campaigns provide work all around the country.
As Europe Moves Forward, America Drifts Downward
A new deal on Greece makes European politicians look more competent than their American counterparts.
Newt Gingrich Embraces Slow and Steady ‘Tortoise’ Campaign
Gingrich says he'll probably win South Carolina and come in second or third in New Hampshire and Iowa.
Democratic Strategists Worry President Is Too Close to Hollywood
President's trip to donor-rich California yields success, but at what cost?
