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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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Obama honors Presidential Medal of Freedom winners: Who's eligible? (+video)

Answer: Anybody who's accomplished anything the president of the United States likes. Obama awarded the Medal of Freedom to Bob Dylan, John Glenn, and 11 other recipients Tuesday.
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Paul Ryan goes into Obama attack mode at the Reagan library

Rep. Paul Ryan on Tuesday was the third Republican with vice-presidential buzz to speak at the Reagan library this election season. But his speech had a different purpose.
From a ride in Ronald Reagan's limo, lessons on authenticity

On my first limousine ride alone with Ronald Reagan as a senior aide, he told me how much his mother shaped his beliefs. One thing about President Reagan, you knew what he believed in. Many voters may have a difficult time finding such rock-solid conviction in Romney or Obama.
Chapter & Verse
In an age of Kindles, Harcourt Bindery sticks to tried-and-true book methods

The Charlestown, Mass., bindery still makes books by hand, using a 19th-century production model.
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Chris Christie: Is 2012 his one best shot at the White House?

Chris Christie would be a late entrant into the GOP presidential field if he decides to run, and that could be a problem. But there are other reasons for Christie to think it's now or never.
Chris Christie sources say he still may run

After issuing many denials, Chris Christie still may enter the GOP presidential nomination race, several people close to him tell the AP. If he does, conservatives may not be entirely happy with his record.
Chris Christie tells California audience he won't enter 2012 presidential race

Chris Christie is the Republican governor of New Jersey. Some in the GOP would like to see Chris Christie throw his hat into the 2012 presidential ring.
Chapter & Verse
A bookstore is thriving – in Tripoli?

A tiny bookstore around the corner from Tripoli's Green Square is one of the first businesses to reopen in Libya's capital.
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.
In Pictures: Betty Ford remembered
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:
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.
Top Picks: the Spirit of Goodwill, Nancy Reagan, 'Freakonomics' the movie, and more

The Spirit of Goodwill uplifts, Nancy Reagan on PBS, the film version of 'Freakonomics,' and more recommendations
In Pictures: Ronald Reagan through the years
State of the Union: The crafting of a speech

A former White House speechwriter tells what goes into drafting the State of the Union address and how the annual message to Congress has changed since the days of quill pens.
My Father at 100: A Memoir

Ron Reagan offers an affectionate but light and padded portrait of his father, the 40th president of the United States.
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Could Sarah Palin be right about Michelle Obama?!

Sarah Palin attacks Mrs. Obama's anti-obesity campaign.
In Pictures: Larry King retires
Time to again mobilize against marijuana

Backers of marijuana legalization are not dissuaded by the November defeat of California Proposition 19. Expect them to regroup for 2012. Those who oppose legalization must also mobilize, led by Obama and his administration.
The Muslim myth about Obama: He's in good company

The bigoted and ignorant allegations that President Obama is a Muslim call to mind slurs against past US presidents. Critics called Lincoln a Catholic and labeled Jefferson an atheist.
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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.
In Pictures: Presidential weddings
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.'
Chapter & Verse
What will you learn from Kitty Kelley's new Oprah biography?

Excerpts of Kitty Kelley's new biography of Oprah Winfrey are leaking out but some complain that there are few real revelations.
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Now presenting: Michelle Obama's closet

Chronicler of first lady fashions, the Smithsonian displays Michelle Obama's inaugural threads. She's a bit embarrassed by all the attention.