Topic: Barbara Bush

'Mommy Wars' are American phenomenon, says feminist French author

'Mommy Wars' are strictly American, says feminist French author Elisabeth Badinter whose recently-released book, 'The Conflict,' argues that natural motherhood hinders women from fulfilling their full potential.

'The Presidents' Club': 10 stories about relationships between American presidents

From Truman to Obama, 10 stories of friendships and feuds between US presidents.

George H.W. Bush to endorse Mitt Romney for president

George H.W. Bush will join his son Jeb in endorsing former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney as the GOP nominee for president. George H.W. Bush was the 41st US President.

Jeb Bush endorsement adds to Mitt Romney aura of inevitability

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, who some Republicans hoped might run himself, said it was time for the party to unite behind Mitt Romney and bring its core messages to voters.

Betty Ford fondly remembered at California memorial service(VIDEO)

Betty Ford, married to the late President Gerald R. Ford, was remembered Tuesday for her grace and being an advocate of women's rights.

Betty Ford to Michelle Obama: How seven first ladies have changed the office

Since her husband's presidency, Betty Ford has passed the mantle of first lady to six other women. Here are the contributions each made:

New York gay marriage law passes: Will other states follow?

With final passage of a bill Friday night, New York becomes the sixth state to permit same-sex marriage. As polls show more Americans approving gay marriage, will other states follow suit?

Barbara Bush, daughter of president George W. Bush, endorses gay marriage

Barbara Bush: The Human Rights Campaign, a national gay rights organization, released a video Tuesday featuring Bush, a New York resident who runs Global Health Corps, a nonprofit public health organization.

Gallup poll: Top 5 men and women admired by Americans

Here's an accounting of who earned the Top 5 spots for men and women in a 2010 Gallup poll.

Sarah Palin versus Republican 'blue bloods'

Is the establishment GOP ganging up on Sarah Palin? In the ongoing drama that is Palin’s political reality show, score this past week “Blue bloods 3, Palin zip.”

Barbara Bush: Palin should stay in Alaska

Barbara Bush doesn't appear to think much of Sarah Palin's White House aspirations, saying the former Alaska governor should stick to her home state.

Sarah Palin's 'America by Heart' sure to stir friends – and enemies

Sarah Palin's new book 'America by Heart: Reflections on Family, Faith, and Flag' goes on sale Tuesday. It arrives as Palin ponders a run for the presidency, drawing criticism from the right.

Decision Points

Bush’s memoir details the decisions that shaped his life and presidency – but fails to open a window into his thinking.

The press-room politics of a hidden White House swimming pool

From the days of FDR to Richard Nixon, the White House had an indoor swimming pool. It still exists. But the current press room sits on top of it.

What? Michelle Obama isn't America's favorite first lady?

A recent poll asked Americans to pick their favorite first lady since 1974. It's a tie – one from a Republican and one from a Democratic administration. Hint: First names start with 'N' and 'H.'

'Let's Move': Michelle Obama takes on childhood obesity

First lady Michelle Obama has made childhood obesity her signature project with the 'Let's Move' campaign. Wednesday she takes the message to the national Parent Teacher Association at a National Legislative Conference in Arlington, Va.

Who’s creating US jobs? Mexicans.

Fed up with violence in Mexico, entrepreneurs are moving north. That means the US is seeing the benefit from the businesses they start.

A campus – and a whole town – await the first lady

The recession-hit town of Merced and its University of California campus hope for a big boost from Michelle Obama’s commencement speech Saturday.

Classic review: The Beauty Myth

When society focuses too tightly on feminine beauty, it's not a pretty story for women.

Biden's dog breeder cited for violating dog laws

Pastries to please the palates of presidents

Former White House pastry chef Roland Mesnier shares his memories of five administrations.