Topic: Ronald Reagan

Movie review: 'Art & Copy'

Documentary falls for advertising's first trick.

To cut deficit, Arizona may sell its Capitol

The state could sell as many as 32 of its properties to help cover a $3 billion shortfall.

The history behind opposition to Obama’s speech to students

The federal role in schools is strictly limited. Ronald Reagan wanted to abolish the Department of Education.

Obama speech to students: Is flap a sign of polarized times?

The controversy over the president's back-to-school speech scheduled for next week may also reflect other concerns about government involvement.

The history behind opposition to Obama's speech to students

Conservatives have traditionally resisted a federal role in education. As a presidential candidate, Ronald Reagan promised to cut the Department of Education.

Opinion: Can Sarah Palin be more than a political celebrity?

She must decide whether she wants to be a heavyweight public servant or a rock star.

Schilling as senator? Don't count on it.

Is comparing medical treatments akin to 'rationing' care?

Bills in Congress call for panels to conduct 'comparative effectiveness research.' Opponents say it could be the first step to government allocation of healthcare resources.

On foreign affairs, Kennedy challenged presidential power

His most important vote, he said, was against the Iraq War. But he also had major impact on human rights and other issues.

Americans pay tribute to Kennedy

Remembrances of the Democratic senator, excerpted here, come from those of all political stripes.

Three speeches that defined the 'Lion of the Senate'

Sen. Edward Kennedy had his share of verbal gaffes – some of them costly – but he will also be remembered as an impassioned orator.

The Monitor's View: Ted Kennedy: A profile in resilience

The senator faced down family tragedy, personal recklessness, and political setbacks in his long efforts to serve the public.

Kennedy has told his own story: coming next month

McCaughey tells Stewart healthcare bill is 'deadly to seniors'

Kim Dae-jung: controversial bid for 'sunshine'

The one-time democracy advocate and then president of South Korea, he focused on trying to improve relations with the North.

Who still wants to be a young Republican?

In the age of Obama, the GOP scrambles to attract a new generation of voters.

Snapshot of US political parties since 1900

How the balance of power has shifted between the Republicans and Democrats.

The reshaping of the GOP

The most fertile ground for Republicans is the growing ranks of independents. And efforts to rebrand the party from the inside are prompting a stir within a new generation of young politicians.

ECONOMIC SCENE: ‘Tax me,’ some rich Americans tell Obama

Petition is one sign that the idealistic wealthy are not a small minority.

Attack of the climate spam?

Behind the "Little House" books

India's PM too soft on Pakistan? Opposition says yes.

Opposition party members walk out of parliament over what they say is an unwarranted concession to Pakistan.

Obama cites that great Chinese philosopher, Yao Ming

Opinion: On Iran, Bush and Obama were both right

Their bad-cop/good-cop combination appears to have worked remarkably well in weakening the hard-line regime.

Bernanke defends bailouts – and himself

The Fed chairman, who is all over the TV news shows this week, may be angling for reappointment in January.