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Rising Afghan insider attacks imperil US strategy
President Barack Obama declared Monday he is sticking to his war strategy of using U.S. troops to advise and mentor Afghan forces, even as a suddenly ...
Hispanics set school, college enrollment records
Hispanic population growth and improved high school completion rates helped Latino young people become the largest minority group on college campuses ...
US eyes Iran summit of non-aligned nations warily
The Obama administration said Monday that Iran doesn't deserve to host a summit of non-aligned nations later this month but urged foreign leaders who ...
Democrats target Paul Ryan on women's issues
Since Mitt Romney selected Paul Ryan as his running mate, the presidential campaign's focus has largely centered on the Wisconsin congressman's ...
Obama: Chemical weapons in Syria are a 'red line'
President Barack Obama said Monday the U.S. would reconsider its opposition to military involvement in the Syrian civil war if President Bashar ...
US: Assange trying to distract from sex case
The Obama administration on Monday accused WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange of making "wild assertions" about U.S. persecution to deflect attention ...
Tampa strip-club king: RNC not great for business
More than sunshine, cigars or the rollercoasters at Busch Gardens, Tampa is known for its naked ladies. Tampa and strip clubs are often mentioned ...
Obama denies any role in ad on steelworker's wife
President Barack Obama tried Monday to distance himself from an advertisement run by a supportive outside group suggesting there was a link between ...
Obama vows to protect US troops in Afghanistan
President Barack Obama is vowing to do more to protect U.S. troops from a wave of lethal attacks by Afghan soldiers and police. Obama said at a news ...
Obama rejects Romney claim of hate-filled campaign
President Barack Obama says he's had to point out "sharp differences" with Mitt Romney on issues, but says nothing in his campaign ads about the GOP ...
Obama: GOP candidate's rape comments 'offensive'
President Barack Obama says a GOP Senate candidate's comments on rape are "offensive." Obama said at a news conference Monday that comments by ...
THE RACE: Romney reunites with Ryan at NH forum
For Mitt Romney, this is the last week to rally GOP troops before the Republican National Convention. He began by fielding questions side-by-side with ...
Emanuel, Kaine among Dem convention speakers
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, former Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine and Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick are among prominent Democrats who will speak at their ...
Romney renews Obama welfare criticism in new ad
Republican Mitt Romney is renewing his criticism of President Barack Obama's welfare policy, accusing him in a new ad of "gutting welfare reform." The ...
No longer a 'Solid South' of all-red or all-blue
The "Solid South" was a political fact, benefiting Democrats for generations and then Republicans, with Bible Belt and racial politics ruling the day.
Ryan gets heat from Dems over Social Security
Democrats are eagerly renewing their fight against privatizing Social Security now that Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has picked Paul ...
Changes tough, but Social Security fixable
Despite Social Security's long-term problems, the massive retirement and disability program could be preserved for generations to come with modest but ...
Parties not expected to get bold in platforms
Don't look for many bold pronouncements when Republicans and Democrats adopt party platforms at their national conventions. Platforms are supposed to ...
Obama dishes on friendship with George Clooney
President Barack Obama says actor George Clooney is a good friend and a good person who is sensitive about protecting that friendship. Obama says ...
Obama, Romney pass Sunday in church, with families
President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney spent a quiet Sunday attending church with their families, resting up for the campaign's ...
Obamas attend Sunday service at historic church
President Barack Obama has attended a worship service at a historic church steps away from the White House. Accompanied by his wife, Michelle, and ...
'Solid South' no longer just all-red or all-blue
The "Solid South" was a political fact, benefiting Democrats for generations and then Republicans, with Bible Belt and racial politics ruling the day.
Romney takes a break from campaign, attends church
Mitt Romney is attending church Sunday and relaxing with family as he prepares for a campaign sprint towards next week's Republican convention in ...
Social Security fixable; changes politically tough
Despite Social Security's long-term problems, the massive retirement and disability program could be preserved for generations to come with modest but ...
Dems slam Ryan over Social Security privatization
Democrats are eagerly renewing their fight against privatizing Social Security now that Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has picked Paul ...