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In Pictures: 9/11 10th anniversary
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In Pictures: Texas Gov. Rick Perry
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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:
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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.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 11/16
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Bush and Obama at the White House: Why the yukfest? (+video)
Comedy was the order of the day between Bush and Obama at Thursday's unveiling of the Bush presidential portrait. Why did an episode of 'The Daily Show' break out at this simple ceremony?
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Decoder Wire
George W. Bush presidential portrait is unveiled. Who paid for it? (+video)
Though no longer the 'haphazard affair' it once was, the process of creating a presidential portrait like George W. Bush's is not an easy process. But taxpayers don't pick up the tab.
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Secret Service Colombia scandal: Agents working too hard, or not hard enough?
Twelve US Secret Service agents were sent back to the US from Cartagena, Colombia, after allegedly drinking heavily and consorting with prostitutes. Is the long-veiled agency struggling with an increasingly complex mission?
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'Most admired' list: Gingrich up, Palin down; Obama, Clinton still No. 1
For two years running, President Obama is the man Americans most admire, and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is again the most-admired woman, a new Gallup survey shows. But the public’s views of other politicians shifted noticeably in 2011.
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In Pictures: 9/11 10th anniversary
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Chapter & Verse
Waiting on Dick Cheney's memoir
Dick Cheney's memoir "In My Time," scheduled for release Aug. 30, will cover Cheney's personal and political life before, after, and during his time in the White House.
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In Pictures: Texas Gov. Rick Perry
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Iranian group's big-money push to get off US terrorist list
SPECIAL INVESTIGATION: A roster of influential former US officials is speaking at rallies in support of removing the MEK, an Iranian opposition group with a violent anti-American history, from the US terrorist list. A decision is expected within weeks.
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The Vote
No debt-ceiling talk here: Michelle Obama on Better Homes and Gardens cover
Michelle Obama talks about her 'Let's Move!' initiative and the White House's 'kitchen garden' in the August issue of Better Homes and Gardens, but the cover shot may be all that’s needed.
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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:
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Chapter & Verse
What if Princess Diana were still alive?
Novelist Monica Ali – and others – indulge in speculation over alternate endings to the story of the Princess of Wales.
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The Vote
How will New York's gay marriage law affect the 2012 election and beyond?
New York’s new same-sex marriage law could change the dynamic in next year’s elections – particularly for President Obama, who’s tried to straddle the issue.
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Ann Curry perseverance pays off at 'Today' show
Ann Curry, who has been the top-rated morning show's news anchor since 1997, officially ascends to the top spot alongside Lauer on Thursday, the day after Meredith Vieira signs off.
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Michelle Obama: A first lady undercover and carving her own path
Michelle Obama: A portrait of a first lady who's transforming the job, shopping at Petco herself, and reaching out to Washington DC's black community.
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Can Afghanistan hang on to its newly minted college grads?
The American University of Afghanistan held its first graduation Thursday. In a country that has experienced sharp brain drain, the hope is that more young Afghan university graduates will stay to help rebuild the country.
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The Vote
Is Cheri Daniels a good 'political wife'?
Cheri Daniels, first lady of Indiana, usually keeps a low political profile. But as Gov. Mitch Daniels weighs a presidential run, all eyes will be on her Thursday as she speaks before the state GOP.
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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.
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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.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 11/16
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The Vote
Cindy McCain splits with John on 'don't ask, don't tell.' Meghan's with mom.
Cindy McCain, wife of Sen. John McCain, publicly objects to military's 'don't ask, don't tell' policy on gay service members. The senator has helped block legislation to repeal it.
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In Pictures: Dubya's perfect pitch
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Anita Hill vs. Virginia Thomas: Is an apology due 19 years later?
Anita Hill accused Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas of sexual harassment in 1991. Virginia Thomas, the justice's wife, has now asked Anita Hill to apologize. She's also in the spotlight for her political activism.
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Chapter & Verse
Best political books of 2010
There have been plenty of political titles this year – from the left and the right. But which were best?
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How will Republicans deal with growing gay rights issues?
On same-sex marriage and "don't ask, don't tell," Republicans and other conservatives increasingly are at odds with public opinion. Will the tea party movement help gay rights?
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Obama on 9/11: Stay true to who we are as Americans
In his 9/11 address at the Pentagon, President Obama asked Americans to honor the fallen by keeping alive the nation’s shared virtues and values.
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