ABC News: Politics

'A Little Obama Flavor': President Sets Tone With First State Dinner

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:17:10 -0500

Aides say, expect something new as the Prime Minister of India is welcomed.

India - Asia - Government - Embassies and Consulates - Society and Culture

Ben Nelson: No Health Care if No Change in Public Option and Abortion Funding

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:24:12 -0500

"This Week with George Stephanopoulos" -- lawmakers debate health care reform legislation.

George Stephanopoulos - Health care - Health - United States - Health Policy

PUNCH: President Obama on Afghanistan Strategy: "It Is My Intention to Finish the Job

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:36:49 -0500

The president provided a glimpse as to his thinking on priorities in the area by underlining that counterterrorism was the priority.

Afghanistan - Barack Obama - United States - Counter-terrorism - Asia

EXCLUSIVE: Republicans Tell Biden Stop Touting Stimulus Jobs Numbers

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:01:49 -0500

The Note: In the wake of widespread error, top GOPers want Biden to stop using "saved or created" language.

Republican - United States - Society and Culture - Politics - Parties

Democrats at Risk in 2010 Shift From Offense to Defense

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:19:19 -0500

Stakes are high for the lawmakers whose jobs are on the line, and for Obama.

Democratic - Barack Obama - Health care - Politics - Washington

Will Reid Get His 60 Votes for Health Care?

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:22:16 -0500

More Democrats are drawing lines in the sand over health bill provisions.

Democratic - Health - Medicine - Health Systems - Facilities

Punch: Admiral Mike Mullen To Geneva for START Talks

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:08:44 -0500

Diplomatic effort between U.S. and Russia to reach a new nuclear disarmament treaty by December continues.

Nuclear disarmament - Russia - Nuclear - Warfare and Conflict - Weapons

S.C. Gov. Accused of Breaking Ethics Laws

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:34:33 -0500

Civil charges carry maximum $74,000 in fines.

Mark Sanford - South Carolina - Law - Ethics - Recreation

Obamas Welcome India's PM To White House

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:02:56 -0500

The ceremony comes 60 years after the first visit by an Indian PM to Truman's White House.

White House - United States - Government - History - Executive Branch

GEORGE: Health Care Pop Quiz: My Answers

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:36:16 -0500

George Stephanopoulos identifies hurdles ahead for health care.

Health care - Health - United States - Health Policy - Medicine

Race and Politics Through a Tinted Lens

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:02:35 -0500

Can political views influence one's perception of skin tone?

Human skin color - Politics - Health - Beauty - Shopping

EXCLUSIVE: Top Dem Threatens War Surtax if Obama Commits More Afghan. Troops

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:50:48 -0500

Rep Obey digs in over the war; promises to demand a tax if more troops are sent.

Barack Obama - United States - Afghanistan - Society and Culture - Asia

'70s Calif. 'Philosopher Prince' for Gov.?

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:44:37 -0500

Calif. needs to change its thinking, says likely 2010 Democratic gov. candidate.

Jerry Brown - California - United States - Society and Culture - Politics

Party at 1600: State Dinners Do's and Don'ts

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:31:37 -0500

Some do's and don'ts for the most anticipated social event of the year.

Weddings - Relationships - Directories and Guides - Help and Advice - Event Planning

Fmr. Staffer on Ensign's Affair With His Wife

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:40:43 -0500

Exclusive: Hampton accuses Sen. Coburn of playing negotiating role.

Hampton - United States - Virginia - Government - Senate

Google Apologizes for Offensive Michelle Obama Image

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:38:11 -0500

Google uses ad space to explain why offensive image tops search results.

Google - Searching - Search Engines - Tools - Companies

PHOTOS: President Barack Obama: The First 100 Days

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:17:35 -0400

Photos: Pressing events and memorable moments that shaped Obama's early days.

PHOTOS: Michelle Obama: Fashion Icon?

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:00:24 -0400

Michelle Obama shows off fit legs in shorts.

PHOTOS: Obama: Out and About

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 12:32:15 -0400

A look at Washington, D.C.'s newest scenesters: the First Family.

PHOTOS: Travels of the Obama Presidency

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:23:46 -0400

Highlights from President Obama's latest travels around the world.

PHOTOS: Happy 200th, Abe

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:28:40 -0400

This holiday weekend, presidential history is all the rage.

PHOTOS: Barack Obama Inauguration

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:29:28 -0400

The historic day in pictures, from Obama's oath to his inaugural ball debut.

PHOTOS: Inaugural Celebrity Performers

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:55:05 -0500

The inaugural committee's "We are One" concert will be a star-studded event.

PHOTOS: Neighborhood Ball

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 09:45:58 -0500

This was the first ball open to the public and not just political dignitaries.

PHOTOS: Inaugural Dos and Don'ts

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 08:29:51 -0500

A look back at inaugural fashion through the years.

PHOTOS: Travels of the Bush Presidency

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 10:42:06 -0500

A glimpse at the president's unique, notable and quirky trips abroad.

PHOTOS: Kids in the White House

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:54:32 -0500

A look at children of the White House over the years.

WATCH: Obama State Dinner: A Sampling of Guests

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:15:21 -0500

Dinner guests include politicians, famous actors and journalists.

Journalism - Journalist - Arts - Media - Organizations

WATCH: Obama State Dinner: Red Carpet Roll Out

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:03:32 -0500

The president and first lady greet India's prime minister and wife.

Prime minister - First Lady - India - Society and Culture - History

WATCH: Afghanistan Off Ramp?

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:57:31 -0500

Insight into Obama?s expected announcement about strategy in Afghanistan.

Afghanistan - Asia - Government - Society and Culture - Barack Obama

WATCH: Sneak Peek at Tonight's State Dinner

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:06:44 -0500

The White House shows off place settings and silverware for the big fete.

White House - Television - Arts - Tonight Show The - Talk Shows

WATCH: Obama Will Strive to Finish Job in Afghanistan

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:09:27 -0500

President Obama highlights counterterrorism as a priority in the region.

Afghanistan - Counter-terrorism - Asia - Society and Culture - Barack Obama

WATCH: Jake Tapper on President Obama's 9th War Council

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:34:08 -0500

The president calls a meeting to determine the next steps in Afghanistan.

Jake Tapper - Barack Obama - Afghanistan - Politics - United States

WATCH: Obama's State Dinner

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:13:36 -0500

Sally Quinn says tonight is important for diplomacy and foreign policy.

Foreign policy - United States - Social Sciences - Political Science - Comparative Politics

WATCH: Schwarzenegger's Parking Snafu

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:23:49 -0500

The Calif. governor parks in a red zone weeks after his wife broke the same law.

California - United States - Society and Culture - Politics - Candidates and Campaigns

WATCH: 'The Note': The Decision on Afghanistan

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:26:21 -0500

Karen Travers on how the president came to his decision on Afghanistan.

Afghanistan - Asia - Government - Society and Culture - Warfare and Conflict

WATCH: More Troops Expected in Afghanistan, but When?

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:52:25 -0500

Officials say President Obama could call for 40,000 troops as early as January.

Afghanistan - Barack Obama - Asia - United States - Society and Culture

WATCH: The GOP's Purity Test

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:41:33 -0500

Air America's Ana Marie Cox breaks down today's top political news.

Republican - Ana Marie Cox - Politics - United States - Society and Culture

WATCH: Biggest Crib Recall in History

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:57:28 -0500

The Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled 2.1 million Stork Craft cribs.

Consumer Product Safety Commission - Home - Consumer Information - recall - United States

WATCH: Obama Polishes Guest List for First State Dinner

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:00:54 -0500

Steven Spielberg will be among the guests and Jennifer Hudson will perform.

Steven Spielberg - Hollywood Los Angeles California - Barack Obama - United States - Arts

WATCH: Obama Addresses Long-Term Economic Recovery

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:56:25 -0500

Stocks and home sales are up, but the unemployment rate in 2009 is still high.

Unemployment - Business - United States - Investing - Health

WATCH: President's Agenda: Health Care, Afghanistan

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:37:45 -0500

Obama's upcoming issues include health care, Afghanistan and federal deficit.

Health care - United States public debt - Afghanistan - Asia - Government

WATCH: Housing Crisis: Far From Rebound

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:45:30 -0500

Approximately 23 percent of homes have "underwater" mortgages.

Scuba Diving - Underwater Photography - Recreation - Outdoors - Photographers

WATCH: New Details on Sen. Ensign's Affair

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:41:45 -0500

Former staffer Doug Hampton claims John Ensign broke ethics laws after affair.

John Ensign - United States - Senate - Government - Legislative Branch

WATCH: Warning for Parents: Crib Recall

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:13:03 -0500

Deaths linked to drop-down crib prompt recall of 2.1 million Stork Craft cribs.

United States - Canada - Consumer Product Safety Commission - Society and Culture - Shopping

WATCH: Presidential Agenda

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:03:45 -0500

ABC's Jake Tapper discusses policy decisions President Obama must make.

Jake Tapper - United States - Politics - Barack Obama - Presidential

WATCH: Inside Sen. John Ensign's Affair

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:39:49 -0500

Husband of Ensign's mistress speaks to Cynthia McFadden about the scandal.

John Ensign - United States - Cynthia McFadden - Senate - Government

WATCH: 'The Note': The Debate Heats Up

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:54:29 -0500

Rick Klein on the health care bill, and the president's plans for Afghanistan.

Afghanistan - Asia - Government - Society and Culture - United States

WATCH: Jake Tapper on Senate Debate on Health Care Bill

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:42:52 -0500

The Senate voted last week to begin health care debates.

Jake Tapper - Health - United States Senate - Health Policy - United States

WATCH: The Bottom Line on the Health Care Bill

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:33:51 -0500

George Stephanopoulos discusses the early stage of the Senate's debate.

George Stephanopoulos - United States Senate - Senate - Financial Services - Business