Democrats Try to Frame Election as Vote on Equality
Barack Obama’s party knows it cannot win on the economy, so it’s changing the conversation.
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Obama, Romney Tied in Election Swing States
Neither candidate has taken a clear lead in the states that will decide the election.
Afghanistan Partnership Leaves Many Doubts
President Obama and the American people are ready to get out of Afghanistan.
Kirchner, Obama Punish Industry for Rising Fuel Costs
The presidents of Argentina and the United States announce measures to penalize the oil industry.
Colombia’s Santos Urges American Engagement
The president says “there will be great results” if the United States return to Latin America.
Beyond the Mandate: The Mess That’s Obamacare
There are many practical problems with President Barack Obama’s health reform law.
Obama Blasts Republicans’ “Casual” War Talk
“They’re not commander in chief,” Obama says of those who criticize his Iran policy.
Netanyahu, Obama Split on How to Deter Iran
The two leaders attempt to forge a single policy to prevent Iran from going nuclear.
Obama Turns Tax Reform into Election Issue
The president’s tax plan doesn’t level the playing field. It picks different winners and losers.
Obama Accuses Chinese of “Unfair Trade Practices”
The president calls for a “level playing field,” but both China and the United States are prone to protectionism.
Obama Administration Says Time for Austerity Not Now
President Obama’s latest budget proposal necessitates a trillion dollars in borrowing to finance education and job programs.
Obama Touts Message of Economic Nationalism
The president says manufacturing is in decline because foreigners don’t play by the rules.
Obama Offers No Fresh Hope of Fiscal Consolidation
The president says he is prepared to make the “tough choices”. Again.
Obama Says Iran’s Regional Standing “Diminished”
According to the president, “Iran now faces a unified world community” in opposition to its nuclear program.
American Military Presence in Europe Unlikely to “Evolve”
Europe won’t fend for itself so long as the Americans retain a military presence.