Human Rights Advocates Warn Obama On Day Of Burmese President's Visit
“We think it’s essential that this not be a ‘mission accomplished’ moment,” Jannuzi says. President Obama with President Thein Sein in Yangon in 2012. Via: Jason Reed / Reuters WASHINGTON — Human...
View ArticleWatch What Happens When Andy Cohen Raises Money For Democrats
Bravo’s Andy Cohen gets political. A big fan of the first lady, Cohen talks about hosting a Democratic LGBT fundraising event next week — and how he hopes to get married. Via: Ben Gabbe/Getty, Kevin...
View ArticleWhite House Goes Back On Defense
“So nobody’s gonna ask me about Myanmar?” Carney asks reporters. Another rough press conference after the administration fails to change the story. View Video › WASHINGTON — Jay Carney is back under...
View ArticlePresident Obama Addresses Gay College Grads During Morehouse Commencement...
“Be the best husband to your wife, or your boyfriend, or your partner.” President Barack Obama delivered the commencement speech at Morehouse College on Sunday in Atlanta, Georgia. Via: Jason Reed /...
View ArticleObama Went Off Script To Address Gay Grads Directly At Morehouse College
A slight change in the language, but a significant change in meaning. Instead of a veiled reference to same-sex couples, Obama made the language direct. Via: Jason Reed / Reuters WASHINGTON —...
View ArticleLiberal Super PAC Had Secret Bain Ties
American Bridge’s top fundraiser told the group not to attack Mitt Romney’s firm — and threatened to quit if it did. “Could Mary Pat be OK with this?” A scene from an American Bridge advertisement,...
View ArticleFox News Involvement May Spark Republican Outrage Over DOJ Media Spying
“Maybe now that Fox is involved, more [Republicans] will pay attention,” Graham said. Via: Chip Somodevilla / Getty Images WASHINGTON — Sen. Lindsey Graham is hopeful revelations that the government...
View ArticleWhat Will The "Game Change" Sequel Be About?
The HBO film about Sarah Palin’s disastrous run for vice president was a buzzy award winner. Can it be topped? Via: The Associated Press / AP Danny Strong and Jay Roach keep up with the news, even...
View ArticleAnderson Cooper Is Breaking News
If Anderson Cooper loves breaking news so much, why doesn’t he marry it? "Breaking News" with Anderson Cooper: September 2012 - May 2013 View Video ›
View ArticleObama Pledges Support To Moore, Oklahoma
“You face a long road ahead, but you will not travel it alone. Your country will travel it with you,” the president said. Via: Pablo Martinez Monsivais / AP WASHINGTON — President Obama told the...
View ArticleWhite House Correspondents Association Breaks Silence On Justice Department...
After more than a week of silence, WHCA president Ed Henry finally weighs in. Updated Via: Jacquelyn Martin / AP WASHINGTON — As news outlets and press advocates pile on the Obama administration for...
View ArticleConnecticut Senator Suffers Through Food Stamp Challenge
Sen. Chris Murphy announced he’d take the same food stamp challenge Cory Booker made famous on Twitter last winter. Rough goings so far: “Couldn’t afford butter or cream cheese.” Via: Jessica Hill /...
View ArticleBad Day Jay Carney
The White House press secretary has had a bad couple weeks. View Entire List ›
View ArticleReligious Leaders Urge Obama To Reject Pipeline On "Moral Grounds"
A faith-based appeal from more than 150 clergy against the Keystone XL pipeline. “We pray for you as you make your decision…” Via: Sue Ogrocki / AP A letter to President Obama signed by more than 150...
View ArticleVideo: Jay Carney Compares Questions About Scandals To Birther Conspiracy...
Facing questions about the recent slate of scandals to hit the White House, the press secretary invokes birtherism. Carney: "We could go down the list of questions. We could say what about the...
View ArticleFor Gay Couples Seeking Immigration Reform, All Eyes On Sen. Patrick Leahy
When it comes to the question of whether same-sex couples will be included in immigration reform, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Leahy “is going to make that decision,” Majority Leader Harry Reid...
View ArticleSen. Patrick Leahy Withdraws Amendment To Include Gay Couples In Immigration...
“I don’t want to be the senator who asks Americans to choose between the love of their life and the love of their country,” Leahy says. Four Democrats on the committee said they would not support the...
View ArticleIsraeli Ambassador Says Kerry Will Do A Fine Job Getting Peace Negotiations...
“We really do appreciate his efforts and we admire his stamina,” Oren says. Kerry steps off his plane in Muscat, Oman on Tuesday. Via: Jim Young / Reuters WASHINGTON — The chorus of voices greeting...
View ArticleVirginia Republicans Aren't Flocking To Anti-Gay Lieutenant Governor Hopeful
E.W. Jackson is the Virginia GOP candidate for lieutenant governor and has a history of making controversial statements. “I’m not going to comment on him,” said Rep. Frank Wolf. Source:...
View ArticleDemocrats Let Sen. Patrick Leahy Stand Alone In Support Of Gay Couples
The marriage equality bandwagon had only one member Tuesday, after Democrats abandoned their push to include gay and lesbian couples in immigration legislation. “Shameful,” says an activist. Via:...
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