The Democrats’ Obama dilemma: They need a new leader, but no one has stepped up
Barack Obama clung to leadership of the Democratic Party after leaving the presidency, but Democrats may move on.
Photos show St. Patrick's Day celebrations at the White House through the years
Photos show how St. Patrick's Day has been celebrated at the White House through the years. As President John F. Kennedy was ...
Former Sen. Alan Simpson, a blunt talker and promoter of unpopular causes, dies in Wyoming
A proud advocate for conservative causes, former senator Alan Simpson had a strong libertarian streak that supported abortion rights and gay equality.
Who is Trump’s pick to be ambassador to Singapore?
A Senate staffer said a confirmation hearing for Mr Trump's nominee had not yet been scheduled. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Comment: Recession isn’t a certainty, but it would fit pattern
Recessions — not entirely their fault — created first-term political problems for GOP Presidents Dwight Eisenhower, Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush. For Eisenhower, Nixon and Reagan, ...
Former US Sen. Alan K. Simpson of Wyoming dies at age 93
Former U.S. Sen. Alan Simpson, a political legend whose quick wit bridged partisan gaps, has died. He was 93. Video above: Alan Simpson speaks about George H. W. Bush in 2018: 'You would've wanted him ...