Political News

NY Republicans Give Spitzer 48 Hours to Resign

High-ranking Republicans in New York’s state government have given Governor Eliot Spitzer 48 hours to resign: “If he does not... 

March 11, 2008 | Read the story »

A Democratic Solution?

In the debate over what to do about Florida and Michigan, the Democratic party has been considering a wide array of options – some... 

March 10, 2008 | Read the story »


08 Presidential Candidate News

Clinton Campaign Staffer Resigns over Controversial Comments

Former vice presidential nominee and member of Hillary Clinton’s campaign finance committee Geraldine Ferraro has resigned her position... 

March 13, 2008 | Read the story »

Who Won Texas?

They call it the “Texas Two-step” – unlike every other state, the Democratic Party in Texas holds both a primary and a caucus. ... 

March 7, 2008 | Read the story »


US Government News

The Earmark Moratorium

Since the beginning of the 2008 campaign season there are several issues that have been on the top of candidates’ lists of priorities:... 

March 12, 2008 | Read the story »

Congress Passes Economic Stimilus Plan

After intense debate and fears of delays, the long-awaited economic stimulus package has passed both houses of Congress.  The final... 

February 8, 2008 | Read the story »


Foreign Affairs News

Russian Election Called Undemocratic by Observers

Dmitry Medvedev has commonly been referred to as Vladimir Putin’s chosen successor to the Russian presidency.  Now that the results... 

March 3, 2008 | Read the story »

Iraq Set to Hang “Chemical Ali”

After lengthy debate over the fate of three men, Iraq’s presidency council, whose members consist of President Jalal Talabani and... 

February 29, 2008 | Read the story »