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Obama looks for new allies in 'sequester' fight: Republican governorsThe president is hoping that governors – who will have to grapple with the impact of the sequester in their states – will lean on members of Congress to avert the spending cuts.
Why Obama is on top in 'sequester' battle, but could lose long-termPresident Obama is working hard to clarify how sequester spending cuts will hit Americans. But many don't understand what's happening and ultimately will look to Obama for solutions.
Michelle Obama announces 'Best Picture' at Oscars. Was that appropriate?Michelle Obama appeared via satellite from the White House, announcing that 'Argo' had won. Many Best Picture contenders had political themes.
Why are Bob Woodward and the White House arguing over the sequester?The blame-game over who’s responsible for the 'sequester' and its automatic spending cuts finds journalistic icon Bob Woodward, engaged in a dispute with the White House.
Sequester: 'It's your fault....No, your fault!'With just five days to go until the sequester's automatic spending cuts kick in, what's Washington doing about it? Not negotiating like responsible adults, but mainly pointing fingers of blame.
Firearms-makers to politicians on gun rights: You balk, we walkFirearms companies ranging from gun shops to machinists are joining forces to oppose new gun control laws. Some are threatening to move away from states that crack down on guns, others are refusing to sell gear to police that can't be sold to citizens.
- Sequester and public opinion? Advantage Obama.
With just days until the 'sequester' and its automatic spending cuts kicks in, President Obama seems to have the advantage with high poll ratings and a message seen as more compelling.
If not 'sequester,' then what? Five ideas from left and right. Few in Washington believe that "the sequester,” $85 billion in automatic spending cuts set to hit the federal budget as of March 1, is a good idea. But what's the alternative? Here are five proposals, from the right, the center, and the left, to replace the sequester. Which do you like?
Sequester 101: Is all this fuss really necessary?The sequester spending cuts set to kick in March 1 address a serious long-term problem. But are they needed this year and in this way? No one thinks it's a perfect step.
Mitt Romney to speak at CPAC. Why?Mitt Romney says he'll speak next month at CPAC (Conservative Political Action Conference) to say thank you. But maybe he'll also outline his plans for staying involved in politics.
Behind-the-scenes deal pushes immigration reform closer to realityThe US Chamber of Commerce and the AFL-CIO came up with a framework for solving one of the thorniest issues in immigration reform. The agreement shows momentum is growing.
Pot on the patio? Colorado's 'surreal' path to legalizing marijuana.Colorado's Amendment 64 Implementation Task Force is wading through the weeds of marijuana legalization, creating regulations to take pot from the shadows out into the open.
Sequester 101: What happens if $85 billion in cuts hit on March 1 The sequester is a complex concept with a tortuous history. Here are the basics on the automatic spending reductions set to kick in March 1.
What sequester says about who's controlling the Republican PartyThe looming cuts to the military and domestic spending are pitting the GOP's defense hawks against its antitax and small-government crusaders. So far, it's pretty clear who's winning.
Ashley Judd: Is she starting to act like a real Senate candidate?Ashley Judd has recently met with the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee and Kentucky Democrats, according to media reports, fueling speculation that she might actually run.
Pentagon braces for furloughs in sequester: How big a hit to economy?Thousands of Defense Department civilian employees could be furloughed if Congress proceeds with the automatic federal spending cuts poised to take effect in March under the sequester.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott reverses stance on Medicaid. Win for White House?An early 'Obamacare' foe, Republican Gov. Rick Scott announced his support for expanding Florida's Medicaid program. The move pits him against conservative governors with different plans.
Whose idea was the sequester? And does it matter?The Republicans point to Bob Woodward's book as evidence it's the 'Obamaquester.' Democrats counter with a Boehner slideshow that just resurfaced. The public is left scratching its head.
White House correspondents' dinner: Conan O'Brien too safe for 'nerd prom'?The White House correspondents' dinner is about the hippest thing going, by D.C. standards. The host is always a big deal. So what does Conan O'Brien bring to the table?
Joe Biden promotes shotguns for self-defense. Is he off base?Vice President Joe Biden told a questioner on a Facebook chat that a shotgun works as well as a semi-automatic weapon for self-defense. The comment is not wrong, but it's curious.
