Obama considering new stimulus package

Lori Montgomery9/2/10 5:11pm

The tax cut proposals are far more dramatic than anything the White House had been expected to propose.

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Jan Brewer stumbles live

Rachel Weiner | 449/2/10 1:35pm

The Arizona governor's debate performance began and ended with some very awkward moments.

Sarah Palin: Party leader?

Garance Franke-Ruta | Politerati9/2/10 5:54pm

Her recent choices don't appear to position her well for the presidency, but she may have other options.

Seven races where the enthusiasm gap matters

Felicia Sonmez | The Fix9/2/10 1:00pm

In every one, it's helping Republicans.

GOP attacks tea party candidate

Associated Press9/2/10 5:11pm

Fearing another upset, Republicans go all out against one tea party favorite.

NAACP to tea party: We're watching you

Krissah Thompson9/2/10 1:39pm

NAACP leaders have a message for the members of the tea party movement.

Ad: Hillary Clinton for president

Emi Kolawole | 449/2/10 6:53pm

Chicago dentist William DeJean spent $5,000 to air an ad pushing Hillary Clinton for president in 2012.

GOP Rep.: 'I love the president'

Rachel Weiner | 449/2/10 12:34pm

A congressman makes an odd statement for a Republican.

You're paying more for health insurance

David S. Hilzenrath9/2/10 11:00am

Your employer? Not so much.

Mormons unhappy with Beck

Felicia Sonmez9/2/10 10:38am

Some of his more inflammatory remarks have turned off members of the church.

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Rocky mountain showdown

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Governor's race goes national

Broder | The outcome of the Pa. governor's race may be more important than the highly publicized Senate fight.

The war isn't over

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On its face, the polling supports Democrats' attacks. But, a deeper look suggests that there is less than meets the eye here when assessing Minn. Gov. Tim Pawlenty's political future.

GOP snubbed by 'Most Invited' list

After four years, Washington Life magazine has revived its "100 Most Invited" list, and it has a preponderance of Democrats.

Romer: We need more stimulus

In her final speech as chair of the Council of Economic Advisors, Christina Romer issued the clearest call any member of the administration has made for substantial new stimulus.

The Church of Glenn Beck

Beck is offering a new form of politics, melding the anti-government, anti-spending, anti-tax fervor of the Tea Party with the faith-based agenda of the religious right.

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Anne Kornblut highlights Obama's speech
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President's full speech on the end of combat mission in Iraq
President Barack Obama announces the end of the U.S. combat mission in Iraq in a prime time address from the Oval Office, Tuesday.
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Local Marine laid to rest at Arlington Cemetery
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Inside look at the Oval Office makeover
The Oval Office get a makeover while President Barack Obama was on vacation on Martha's Vineyard. The new look includes frewsh wallpaper, tables, chairs and a new rug. (Aug. 31)
Biden in Iraq for U.S. combat wrapup
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden was visiting Iraq Tuesday to mark the official end to the U.S. combat mission in the country. American forces _ now down to 50,000 _ were continuing their pullout as well. (Aug. 31)
Dem pollster: 'There's no way to spin it'
Dueling pollsters (D) Anna Greenberg and (R) Glen Bogler on "Top Line."
Men arrested for possible terror 'dry run'
In an apparent test of the U.S. defense system, two men traveling on a United Airlines flight from Chicago to Amsterdam were arrested when landing in The Netherlands. Justice correspondent Bob Orr reports on this developing case.
Murphy on Palin: 'She can't win it for me'
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Is Glenn Beck's rise good for Mormonism?

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