What if the GOP regains control of the House in November? "Any chance of progress will be ended," says AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka. "You will go back to the economy that we saw where corporate and Wall Street ran wild."
Union leader Trumka's bleak view under a Republican-led House
Richard Trumka, AFL-CIO president, predicts that Democrats will defy conventional wisdom and keep control of the Senate and House in November. But if Republicans take over even just the House, 'any chance of progress will be ended,' says the union leader.
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Oval Office makeover: more taupe, same old desk
The Oval Office makeover completed while President Obama was on vacation includes a new rug, wallpaper, and custom furniture. The 'Resolute' desk, installed in the Oval Office by John F. Kennedy, remains.
Obama to loosen export controls: Will it help economy or hurt security?
President Obama will announce Tuesday a plan to revamp the export controls on sensitive military equipment. The move could boost US trade, but it will have to be done carefully, experts say.
In California, Meg Whitman leans less overtly on Pete Wilson
Meg Whitman, GOP nominee for California governor, is giving less visibility to campaign chairman Pete Wilson now that she's working to broaden her appeal for the general election.
Obama to GOP: Why are you blocking small business aid bill?
President Obama called on Republicans Monday to stop blocking a small business aid package and attempted to reassure Americans that his administration is focused on the economy.
Glenn Beck rally attendance: calculating how many really showed up
Glenn Beck rally attendance has become hotly contested following Saturday's event in Washington. But from Woodstock to the Million Man March, figuring out the number of people who show up at big events has never been easy.
Glenn Beck rally: A warning to Obama and Democrats?
There may have been some Democrats at the Glenn Beck rally Saturday, but even many of them aren't happy with the country's direction. Does the large turnout portend trouble for Democrats?
Glenn Beck rally: 'I have a dream' theme takes tea party turn
Thousands gathered at Glenn Beck's 'Restoring Honor' rally at the Lincoln Memorial. Beck's message was more religious than political – but less so among tea partiers in the crowd.
Glenn Beck rally: Sarah Palin and President Obama agree on one thing
President Obama and Sarah Palin disagreed sharply on the war in Iraq. But in Obama's radio address Saturday and Palin's speech at Glenn Beck's 'Restoring Honor' rally, they agreed on the need to honor and support the troops.
Democrats' new YouTube attack: GOP full of 'tea party' extremists
The Democratic National Committee posted a YouTube video Friday that showcases the 'tea party' connections of some GOP candidates and suggests that they are far to the right of the ‘sensible center.’
Harry Reid vs. Sharron Angle: this season's must-see political slugfest
The US Senate race between Harry Reid and Sharron Angle in Nevada is so close and the stakes are so high that the political world is riveted.
Glenn Beck rally on Saturday: Whose honor is being restored?
Glenn Beck rally on the anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I have a dream' speech is sparking a racially divisive debate. But the main point may be to rouse conservative voters heading into the midterm elections.
Glenn Beck rally: Why is it on the anniversary of King's speech?
It’s only a coincidence that the Glenn Beck rally will be held at the same spot where Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech 47 years ago, the talk-show host says.
Glenn Beck rally Saturday in D.C.: Is it a political event, or not?
Glenn Beck, rally organizer? The television talk show host will host a rally on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial this weekend. Sarah Palin will appear, but attendees have been asked not to bring political signs.
No big media splash as Ken Mehlman reveals he's gay
Republican leader Ken Mehlman’s announcement that he is gay elicited little more than a yawn in the mainstream media. Links to Mr. Mehlman’s past statements about homosexuality are one notable feature of the coverage.
Social Security: Alan Simpson offends almost everyone with 'cow' quip
Social Security is a touchy subject. Alan Simpson, co-chair of Obama's deficit commission, has a colorful mouth and lots of things to say about Social Security. Put the two together and 'poof!' another political brush fire for Obama.
Glenn Beck sticks 'liberation theology' label on Obama's Christianity
On Tuesday's show, conservative talk-show host Glenn Beck said President Obama does not conform to 'true' Christian beliefs, but holds views akin to Marxist-aligned liberation theology.
Economic forecast grim for Democrats trying to hold on to Congress
One of the nation’s top economists on Wednesday predicted rising unemployment and falling housing prices, which could spell trouble for Democrats’ efforts to maintain control of Congress.
Economist Zandi: John Boehner 'just wrong' about Obama stimulus
Mark Zandi of Moody’s Analytics and Economy.com says House Republican leader John Boehner is 'just wrong' when he says Obama administration efforts to stimulate the economy have 'gotten us nowhere.'
Sarah Palin or Mike Huckabee: Who's the better primary-day backer?
As we await returns from primaries in Alaska, Arizona, and Florida, which of the two theoretical candidates for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination is working harder to support their candidates – Sarah Palin or Mike Huckabee?
A constitutional amendment for every occasion? Congress seems to think so
Only 27 constitutional amendments have been adopted in US history, meaning that most proposals are forgotten with time. That doesn't stop members of Congress from introducing dozens every year, though.
John Boehner speech falls victim to latest in spin: the 'prebuttal'
John Boehner, House Republican leader, hadn't even delivered his speech on the economy Tuesday morning before Democrats had attacked with a 'prebuttal' – responding to a news event before it happens.
Why is it so hard for Obama to shake the Muslim myth?
Some of the 1 in 5 Americans who believe that President Obama is a Muslim are adamant in their convictions, and continue refuting the notion – and evidence – that Obama is a practicing Christian.
Michelle Obama, Laura Bush to unite for 9/11 memorial event
First lady Michelle Obama and her predecessor, Laura Bush, will speak on 9/11 near the United Flight 93 crash site in Pennsylvania. Will their united front help bring together a divided US?
Obama, GOP argue past each other on campaign finance
In his weekly radio address, Obama berates Republicans for blocking campaign 'reform and transparency.' Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell says it's all just a 'transparent effort to rig the fall elections' in Democrats' favor.
Why doesn’t Obama wear his religion on his sleeve?
What will it take for Obama to convince the world that he’s a Christian, or at least not a Muslim? Teaching Baptist Sunday School like Jimmy Carter? Putting a 'My Boss is a Jewish Carpenter' bumper sticker on Air Force One?
Hungry for debate, two California congressional hopefuls stop eating
Is a hunger strike the way to push an incumbent to agree to more debates?
On Obama vacation, the job tags along
President Obama's vacation to Martha's Vineyard won't be your traditional vacation, if history is any guide. Events have a way of interfering with Obama's rare downtime.
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