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- Despite all the money and attention former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin’s autobiography is expected to draw as it hits bookshelves this week, it’s difficult to think of a national political figure who’s had a rougher year than the 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee.
- The 2009 gubernatorial elections provided a much-needed momentum boost for Republicans after back-to-back election cycle drubbings.
- President Barack Obama believes in the saving grace of the federal government.
- Every election matters. Anyone that tells you otherwise doesn't understand politics.
- A woman's "paramount destiny and mission," a U.S. Supreme Court justice once wrote, is to fulfill "the noble and benign offices of wife and mother."
The news that Social Security benefits will likely be frozen next year dismays many older Americans, who fear that rising expenses for necessities would drive them into retirement poverty.&
Adult film star Stormy Daniels, who has drawn fully clothed attention by saying she is considering a run for the U.S. Senate in Louisiana, was free this week after posting bond on a domestic violence charge.
- I have covered politics for a long time. I can tell when someone is running for president. Sarah Palin is running for president.
When the University of Southern California’s juggernaut football team opens its season in September, could the Trojans be playing at the Taco Bell Coliseum?
- Former top White House official Karl Rove will be interviewed Friday as part of an ongoing probe into the firing of U.S. attorneys during the Bush administration, the Washington Post reported Thursday.
NEW YORK - David Hackett Souter is not of this world. At least not the world many of us living in this nation's population centers experience on a daily basis in 2009.
WAKEFIELD, Va. - Across the country, several states host annual time-honored festivals mixing fun, food and politics.
- When it comes to political races, 2008 will certainly go down as a year to remember.
Despite a dizzying decline in tax revenues, many states aren’t lopping their payrolls as fast as private sector employers. And some intend to use part of the federal stimulus windfall headed their way to keep employees on their payrolls — at least for now.
Kansas Rep. Moore won't seek re-electionKansas Rep. Dennis Moore's expected retirement next year is likely to spark a rush by both parties to succeed him.
Sizing up the next generation of KennedysThe decision by family members not to seek the seat held by Sen. Edward M. Kennedy for nearly five decades has prompted predictions that the family's political dynasty is over.
'I enjoyed' Palin memoir, Sen. McCain saysU.S. Sen. John McCain says that he enjoyed reading running mate Sarah Palin's new memoir and downplays any tension between their campaign aides as "no big deal."
Army relents, allows media to Palin book eventThe U.S. Army has reversed itself and says it will open former Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin's appearance on Fort Bragg to media.
Media blocked from Palin signing at Fort BraggThe U.S. Army plans to prevent media from covering Sarah Palin's appearance at Fort Bragg, fearing the event will turn into political grandstanding against President Barack Obama.
Gov. Sanford reporting new unrecorded tripsSouth Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford is reporting previously unrecorded flights he took on planes owned by friends and campaign donors, even as his lawyer continues to defend his travel practices.
Sarah Palin's memoir in a flash (of words)A look at Sarah Palin's most frequently used words captures the key themes of the former governor's memoir.
Go 'Rogue' in brief: Campaign, family, oilA look at Sarah Palin's most frequently used words capture some of the key themes of the former governor's memoir: Alaska, campaign, Todd, family, kids, right, governor, government, oil, work, energy.
S.C. governor to face ethics charges, panel rulesA South Carolina ethics panel says Gov. Mark Sanford should face charges he violated state laws tied to a three-month investigation into his travel and campaign finances.
Fans line up to meet Palin book tour first stopHundreds of people are lining up at a Michigan bookstore for a chance to meet Sarah Palin as she kicks off her national book tour.
McCain adviser: Palin's book is fictionNicolle Wallace, who was a senior adviser in the McCain campaign, says that Sarah Palin's depictions of her and former campaign director Steve Schmidt "took place entirely in her imagination."
Business foes of health reform ramp up effortBusiness foes of health care overhaul legislation are outspending supporters at a rate of 2-to-1 for TV ads as they grow increasingly nervous over a final bill.
Sotomayor adds celebrity to Supreme CourtSince becoming the first Hispanic justice, Sonia Sotomayor has mamboed with movie stars, exchanged smooches with musicians and thrown the first pitch for the New York Yankees.
From Levi to Letterman: Palin's rough yearDespite all the money and attention former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's autobiography is expected to draw as it hits bookshelves this week, it's difficult to think of a national political figure who's had a rougher year.
Pro-Cuba embargo money flows to lawmakersSupporters of tough U.S. sanctions against the Cuban government have given more than $10 million to congressional campaigns over the last seven years, according to a study.
Clinton ready to have coffee with PalinSecretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton says she would be happy to talk to Sarah Palin over coffee.
Medicare paid $47 billion in suspect claimsThe government paid more than $47 billion in questionable Medicare claims including medical treatment showing little relation to a patient's condition.
Cheney blasts probe of CIA interrogationsFormer Vice President Dick Cheney held back no criticism Thursday of President Barack Obama, strongly questioning the administration's policy in Afghanistan and its approach to combating terrorism.
S.C. first lady endorses governor candidateJilted first lady Jenny Sanford endorsed Republican state Rep. Nikki Haley in a letter made public Wednesday to succeed her term-limited husband in 2011.
Conn. governor's departure gives Dems hopeConnecticut Republican Gov. M. Jodi Rell's decision not to seek re-election could create big political drama in a small state, where Democrats hope to reclaim the governor's mansion.
Brown again? Some Calif. Dems express uneaseAttorney General Jerry Brown has relied on stealth fundraising and name recognition to wipe out the field seven months ahead of California's Democratic primary for governor.
Sarah Palin says she's back on TwitterFormer Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin says she's back on Twitter.
High court to look at life in prison for juvenilesThe Supreme Court is considering whether sentencing a juvenile to life in prison with no chance of parole is cruel and unusual punishment, particularly if the crime is less serious than homicide.
NYC mayor not humbled by close electionAfter Mayor Michael Bloomberg was nearly unseated by his little-known challenger, the ever-confident billionaire declared it a "great week" and threw a ticker-tape parade.
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