Flanked by Democratic leaders in the House, Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaks outside the Cannon Caucus Room after meeting with President Obama about health care on Capitol Hill in Washington on Saturday.

11.07.09

On healthcare reform, House lawmakers get past the abortion hurdle

To pass a healthcare reform bill, addressing abortion is necessary in order to get the support of conservative Democrats. Lobbyists for Catholic bishops were part of the negotiation.

11.07.09

Could Fort Hood visit redefine Obama’s relationship with the military?

Recent Democratic presidents have had an uneasy relationship with the armed forces. Obama’s visit to Fort Hood’s memorial service could set the tone for a new rapport with those in uniform.

11.07.09

Efforts to stem global warming moving at a glacial pace

US lawmakers working on legislation and diplomats everywhere doubt there’ll be any major breakthrough at next month’s meeting in Copenhagen.

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11.07.09 Fort Hood tragedy seen through personal political lenses Was alleged Fort Hood attacker Nidal Malik Hasan a ‘radical Muslim terrorist,’ or had he been experiencing ‘Pre-Traumatic Stress Disorder’?

11.07.09 War comes fiercely home: Blow by blow of Fort Hood rampage The Fort Hood rampage, intense and horrific, was over in minutes - stopped by a heroic police officer. Soldiers who rushed to help the injured are still trying to comprehend what happened, and why.

11.06.09 Healthcare reform effort grinds slowly in the House Healthcare reform vote Saturday may be delayed as Democratic leaders work to make sure they have the necessary 218 votes - including more conservative members of their own party.

11.06.09 Healthcare reform: Obama cut private deals with likely foes President Obama struck agreements with insurers, doctors, drug companies, and hospitals to keep them from turning against healthcare reform. What are they?

11.06.09 High unemployment number puts pressure on Obama The high unemployment number of 10.2 percent prompted Obama and his advisers to explain how they're on top of the situation.

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