Topic: Bill Frist

US plans more aid for Somalia famine as Jill Biden visits refugee camp

Jill Biden visited Somalia famine refugees in Kenya today. The total aid pledged to the Horn of Africa's humanitarian crisis still falls very short of the $2.5 billion that the UN says is needed.

Mothers report card: US still lagging at home and as a donor

In a new ranking of the world’s best and worst places to be a mother the United States rates 31st. And its precious aid dollars to poor countries are up for grabs.

'Decision Points': 8 most interesting revelations

What you should know about 'Decision Points.'

"Decision Points": George Bush's view of his presidency

In his new memoir "Decision Points," George W. Bush weighs in on the Iraq war, the financial crisis, Hurricane Katrina, John McCain's 2008 campaign, and other episodes in his presidency.

Five Republicans that want the GOP to back healthcare reform

President Obama has pressed Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and four other prominent Republicans to speak out in favor of healthcare reform. If they sway one GOP senator, the effort will have been worth it.

Five top Republicans urge health reform? Well, 6 Dems don't.

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'Deciding the Next Decider'

Calvin Trillin offers a delightful record of the 2008 presidential campaign in verse.