Super Tuesday Could Reshape Republican Race
Mitt Romney seeks to consolidate his frontrunner status while Newt Gingrich and Rick Santorum battle for right-wing votes.
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Obama Blasts Republicans’ “Casual” War Talk
“They’re not commander in chief,” Obama says of those who criticize his Iran policy.
Libya “Model” for Aiding Syrian Rebels: Senators
Lawmakers believe the intervention in Libya is a model for what to do in Syria.
Netanyahu, Obama Split on How to Deter Iran
The two leaders attempt to forge a single policy to prevent Iran from going nuclear.
Romney Wins Primary Votes in Arizona, Michigan
The presumptive Republican presidential nominee wins two more primary elections.
Gingrich Reverses Position, Advocates Afghan Withdrawal
Afghans are “going to have to figure out how to live their own miserable life.”
Romney Insists He’s “Committed Conservative”
Mitt Romney tries to appeal to right-wing voters in the Republican primary race.
Obama Turns Tax Reform into Election Issue
The president’s tax plan doesn’t level the playing field. It picks different winners and losers.
Santorum Says He Can Win Critical Swing States
The Republican presidential candidate makes no apologies for his social conservatism.
Syria “Different Challenge” from Libya: Dempsey
America’s top military leader cautions against supporting the Syrian opposition.
Ryan Criticizes Obama Budget, “Ducking Responsibility”
The Republican congressman says the president “isn’t even trying” to meet the nation’s fiscal challenges.
American, British Weapons Still Pour Into Bahrain
The two Western powers have no reason to antagonize their Arab Sunni allies.
Santorum Steals Conservative Thunder from Gingrich
The former Pennsylvania senator emerges as the right-wing alternative to Mitt Romney.
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.
Defense Chiefs Say Deeper Cuts “Unacceptable”
America’s top military officials warn lawmakers that deeper cuts will hollow out the force.