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Obama backs gay marriage: How it plays with Christian church leadersThe response from Christian church leaders ranged from "giddy" to "deeply saddening" when asked about President Obama's new support of gay marriage. Will it fire up evangelical Christians to vote against Obama in November?
New Obama video slams Romney as 'backwards' on gay marriageThe Obama 2012 campaign released a new video Thursday titled "Mitt Romney: Backwards on Equality." It criticizes Mitt Romney's position on gay marriage.
Romney stays firm on opposition to gay marriageHe called the issue a "tender and sensitive topic," but reaffirmed that he opposes same-sex marriages.
- US Postal Service will keep open rural routes
The Post Office blinked in the face of public opposition; rural post offices were scheduled to close as soon as May 15.
"Ten Most Wanted" fugitive claimed kidnapped girls were his daughtersAdam Christopher Mayes is wanted for kidnapping two girls two weeks ago after killing their mother and sister.
Obama backs gay marriage: What difference will that make?President Obama was already doing virtually all he could to advance gay rights politically. But by openly supporting gay marriage, he could be a potent force to broaden cultural acceptance.
Obama, North Carolina at odds on gay marriage: Will it cost him the state?Obama announced his support for gay marriage a day after North Carolina, which he won narrowly in 2008, voted for a constitutional ban on such unions. The Democratic convention is in Charlotte, but that's no guarantee.
Democrats try to put Scott Brown on defensive with new ethics chargeThe Massachusetts race for the Senate seat held by Scott Brown is gathering in intensity, with Brown and Democrats supporting challenger Elizabeth Warren trading ethics charges.
Why Richard Lugar defeat scares tea party Republicans, tooHouse freshmen elected with tea party support see a warning in Sen. Richard Lugar's heavy defeat. If they don't start making progress on the tea party agenda, voters will throw them out.
Obama supports gay marriage: Historic switch carries risksObama supports gay marriage in an interview with ABC News, ending a period in which he said his views were 'evolving.' The move was instantly hailed and denounced by the opposing sides on the issue.
What does Mitt Romney's new ad say about his strategy?Don't look for Mitt Romney in his new ad, 'Silence.' It's all about being jobless and 'suffering in silence.' The Romney team wants to keep the focus on 'the Obama economy.'
Rangers' Josh Hamilton joins select club with 4-homer game vs. OriolesThe Texas Rangers outfielder drove in eight runs with four swings of the bat Tuesday night.
Monitor BreakfastRichard Lugar 'took brunt' of voter anger, says GOP campaign chiefVoter anger led to the defeat of Sen. Richard Lugar (R) of Indiana in a GOP primary, says Rep. Pete Sessions, chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee. He sees tea party activism as 'good for our party.'
- Ouch! Obama loses 41 percent of W.Va. primary vote to federal inmate.
Meet Keith Judd, who's incarcerated in Texas for extortion. He's also a serial presidential candidate, and in West Virginia's Democratic primary Tuesday, he grabbed 41 percent of the vote from President Obama. Republicans are gleeful.
Rick Santorum tells Jay Leno why Romney endorsement was 'buried'Rick Santorum told 'Tonight Show' host Jay Leno, 'This was a letter to my supporters – who were for me.' Not Mitt Romney. The socially liberal Leno also pressed Mr. Santorum on cultural issues.
- Rick Santorum tells Jay Leno why Romney endorsement was 'buried'
Rick Santorum told 'Tonight Show' host Jay Leno, 'This was a letter to my supporters – who were for me.' Not Mitt Romney. The socially liberal Leno also pressed Mr. Santorum on cultural issues.
Wisconsin recall: Why Democrats think Barrett can beat Walker this timeDemocrats in Wisconsin chose Tom Barrett, mayor of Milwaukee, to challenge Gov. Scott Walker (R) in a recall election next month. It's a reprise of their 2010 contest, but now Walker has a record to defend.
In Richard Lugar defeat, a tea party road map for revamping Washington?Six-term Sen. Richard Lugar (R) of Indiana lost by a landslide to a tea party-backed challenger in Tuesday's GOP primary. The outcome buoys the tea party movement nationally, but some say Lugar's problems were unique to him.
Why North Carolina banned gay marriageRepublicans and African Americans in North Carolina were united in supporting a constitutional ban on gay marriage. The North Carolina is a key swing state in the 2012 presidential election.
Gas prices are falling: why that might not really help ObamaGas prices have dropped steadily in recent weeks, and the issue is barely registering with voters. While that eases some pressures on Obama, it doesn't necessarily translate into more votes.
