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 September 09, 2010Politics |
 Lobbyists Rush to Hire G.O.P. Staff Ahead of Midterm VoteBy ERIC LICHTBLAUWith Democrats in danger of losing control of Congress, some lobbying shops, trade groups and contractors are moving to hire more Republicans. Obama Speaks Out Against Pastor's Plan to Burn KoranBy HELENE COOPERPresident Obama said on Thursday that the Florida pastor's plan endangers American troops and is "contrary to our values" of religious tolerance. ADVERTISEMENT  The CaucusIn West Virginia Race, Double NegativesBy ASHLEY PARKERIn West Virginia, Gov. Joe Manchin III runs an ad attacking his opponent for running a negative race. The President Supports His PartyBy JEFF ZELENYPresident Obama invests $4.5 million to help his fellow Democrats in midterm races. Biden to Make Pa. Appearance for SestakBy BERNIE BECKERThe vice president will help out Representative Joe Sestak's Senate campaign. Ads to Target Democrats Who Supported Health Care LawBy DAVID HERSZENHORNA conservative advocacy group is undertaking a multimillion-dollar television advertising campaign aimed at ousting Democrats who supported the new health care law. Murkows�€“ ? Merco�€“ ? She'll Settle for Winner.By WILLIAM YARDLEYSenator Lisa Murkowski is considering a write-in bid after losing the Alaska primary, but can people spell her name? More Politics NewsWith White House Backing, an Envoy for ManufacturingBy LOUIS UCHITELLEThe administration has pledged subsidies and tax credits to spur manufacturing in the United States, but has said the lead must come from the private sector. Court Dismisses a Case Asserting Torture by C.I.A.By CHARLIE SAVAGEA sharply divided appeals court dismissed a lawsuit involving the C.I.A.'s "extraordinary rendition" program.  First Lady Asks Congress to Join Childhood Obesity FightBy CAMPBELL ROBERTSONDeclaring the beginning of the "next phase" of a program to combat childhood obesity, Michelle Obama called on Congress to pass legislation that would make many of the program's initiatives possible. | FiveThirtyEightThe Republicans' 50-State StrategyBy NATE SILVERTaking a page from the Democrats, Republicans are fielding candidates in all but seven Congressional districts. The CaucusObama's Missed Opportunity: Answers From Matt Bai, Part IBy THE NEW YORK TIMESMatt Bai answers readers' questions about President Obama's approach to the economy.  Chicago JournalConsidering Daley's Exit, With Hope and With FearBy SUSAN SAULNYChicago has felt conflicting emotions since Mayor Richard M. Daley said he'd leave the office he has had since 1989.
 For Emanuel, Temptation in the Form of a Dream JobBy JEFF ZELENYRahm Emanuel is Chicago born and bred, but he has never been seen as one of the city's towering figures. And that, friends say, is a reason being mayor has been among his biggest ambitions. MultimediaThe CaucusPolitical Points Podcast: Economic Winds and the Windy CityBy THE NEW YORK TIMESIn this week's podcast, Times reporters discuss Obama's economic speech, the midterms and Chicago after Mayor Richard M. Daley. ADVERTISEMENT  |
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