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'A Little Obama Flavor': President Sets Tone With First State Dinner

Aides say, expect something new as the Prime Minister of India is welcomed.

Democrats at Risk in 2010 Shift From Offense to Defense

Stakes are high for the lawmakers whose jobs are on the line, and for Obama.

Will Reid Get His 60 Votes for Health Care?

More Democrats are drawing lines in the sand over health bill provisions.

S.C. Gov. Accused of Breaking Ethics Laws

Civil charges carry maximum $74,000 in fines.

Race and Politics Through a Tinted Lens

Can political views influence one's perception of skin tone?

EXCLUSIVE: Top Dem Threatens War Surtax if Obama Commits More Afghan. Troops

Rep Obey digs in over the war; promises to demand a tax if more troops are sent.

'70s Calif. 'Philosopher Prince' for Gov.?

Calif. needs to change its thinking, says likely 2010 Democratic gov. candidate.

Party at 1600: State Dinners Do's and Don'ts

Some do's and don'ts for the most anticipated social event of the year.

Fmr. Staffer on Ensign's Affair With His Wife

Exclusive: Hampton accuses Sen. Coburn of playing negotiating role.

Google Apologizes for Offensive Michelle Obama Image

Google uses ad space to explain why offensive image tops search results.
 Blogs

Ben Nelson: No Health Care if No Change in Public Option and Abortion Funding

"This Week with George Stephanopoulos" -- lawmakers debate health care reform legislation.

PUNCH: President Obama on Afghanistan Strategy: "It Is My Intention to Finish the Job

The president provided a glimpse as to his thinking on priorities in the area by underlining that...

EXCLUSIVE: Republicans Tell Biden Stop Touting Stimulus Jobs Numbers

The Note: In the wake of widespread error, top GOPers want Biden to stop using "saved or created"...

Punch: Admiral Mike Mullen To Geneva for START Talks

Diplomatic effort between U.S. and Russia to reach a new nuclear disarmament treaty by December...

Obamas Welcome India's PM To White House

The ceremony comes 60 years after the first visit by an Indian PM to Truman's White House.

GEORGE: Health Care Pop Quiz: My Answers

George Stephanopoulos identifies hurdles ahead for health care.
 Videos

Obama State Dinner: A Sampling of Guests

Dinner guests include politicians, famous actors and journalists.

Obama State Dinner: Red Carpet Roll Out

The president and first lady greet India's prime minister and wife.

Afghanistan Off Ramp?

Insight into Obama?s expected announcement about strategy in Afghanistan.

Sneak Peek at Tonight's State Dinner

The White House shows off place settings and silverware for the big fete.

Obama Will Strive to Finish Job in Afghanistan

President Obama highlights counterterrorism as a priority in the region.

Jake Tapper on President Obama's 9th War Council

The president calls a meeting to determine the next steps in Afghanistan.

Obama's State Dinner

Sally Quinn says tonight is important for diplomacy and foreign policy.

Schwarzenegger's Parking Snafu

The Calif. governor parks in a red zone weeks after his wife broke the same law.

'The Note': The Decision on Afghanistan

Karen Travers on how the president came to his decision on Afghanistan.

More Troops Expected in Afghanistan, but When?

Officials say President Obama could call for 40,000 troops as early as January.

The GOP's Purity Test

Air America's Ana Marie Cox breaks down today's top political news.

Biggest Crib Recall in History

The Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled 2.1 million Stork Craft cribs.

Obama Polishes Guest List for First State Dinner

Steven Spielberg will be among the guests and Jennifer Hudson will perform.

Obama Addresses Long-Term Economic Recovery

Stocks and home sales are up, but the unemployment rate in 2009 is still high.

President's Agenda: Health Care, Afghanistan

Obama's upcoming issues include health care, Afghanistan and federal deficit.

Housing Crisis: Far From Rebound

Approximately 23 percent of homes have "underwater" mortgages.

New Details on Sen. Ensign's Affair

Former staffer Doug Hampton claims John Ensign broke ethics laws after affair.

Warning for Parents: Crib Recall

Deaths linked to drop-down crib prompt recall of 2.1 million Stork Craft cribs.

Presidential Agenda

ABC's Jake Tapper discusses policy decisions President Obama must make.

Inside Sen. John Ensign's Affair

Husband of Ensign's mistress speaks to Cynthia McFadden about the scandal.

'The Note': The Debate Heats Up

Rick Klein on the health care bill, and the president's plans for Afghanistan.

Jake Tapper on Senate Debate on Health Care Bill

The Senate voted last week to begin health care debates.

The Bottom Line on the Health Care Bill

George Stephanopoulos discusses the early stage of the Senate's debate.
 Slideshows

Obama: The First 100 Days

Photos: Pressing events and memorable moments that shaped Obama's early days.

Shorts: The First Lady's New Style

Michelle Obama shows off fit legs in shorts.

Out and About With the Obamas

A look at Washington, D.C.'s newest scenesters: the First Family.

Travels of the Obama Presidency

Highlights from President Obama's latest travels around the world.

Happy 200th, Abe

This holiday weekend, presidential history is all the rage.

President Obama's Inauguration

The historic day in pictures, from Obama's oath to his inaugural ball debut.

Look Who's Rocking Inauguration

The inaugural committee's "We are One" concert will be a star-studded event.

'Yes We Will' at Neighborhood Ball

This was the first ball open to the public and not just political dignitaries.

Inaugural Fashion Dos and Don'ts

A look back at inaugural fashion through the years.

Travels of the Bush Presidency

A glimpse at the president's unique, notable and quirky trips abroad.

Sasha and Malia Go to School

A look at children of the White House over the years.
 
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