- David A. Fahrenthold
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David A. Fahrenthold covers Congress for the Washington Post. He has been at the Post since 2000, and previously covered (in order) the D.C. police, New England, and the environment.
Biden shares tales of loss with military families
Vice president recounts loss of his wife and daughter in powerful tale before support program for families and friends of military personnel killed in action.
Campaigns struggle over discussing private-equity firms
Both presidential campaigns are struggling with how to talk about an industry that exaggerates both the good things and the bad things about capitalism.
‘U.S. Department of Peace’ may never get its chance
With Rep. Dennis Kucinich’s departure from the House, the prospects for a “U.S. Department of Peace” are looking even less likely than usual.
Insurgents vs. insurgents
The Nebraska Senate primary is the latest sign that Republicans are again clashing over conservative bona fides.
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- Mitt Romney’s hunt begins for vice presidential pick
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